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Designing an MPH Capstone Project
Location
Internet
Term
4th Term
Department
Extradepartmental
Credit(s)
1
Academic Year
2020 - 2021
Instruction Method
Hybrid In-person and Synchronous Online
Auditors Allowed
No
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Contact Name
Frequency Schedule
Every Year
Resources
• Writing and oral communication are essential public health skills.
• Are you interested in learning more about resources for your capstone project?
Discusses the importance of selecting the appropriate format for addressing different capstone topic. Reviews search strategies and data bases for a literature review. Provides tips for using a citation management software such as RefWorks in order to provide proper attribution to references. Introduces the basic strategies for writing a clear and concise capstone paper. Provides tips for presenting data in tables and graphs. Introduces the basic strategies for giving a good oral presentation. Presents tips for giving and receiving meaningful feedback. Introduces principles for the design of a good poster.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
- Explain the critical elements of different type of project formats.
- Critically evaluate the components, structure and synthesis of a successful written paper.
- Utilize effective displays of data summaries in tables and graphs.
- Describe the key components of the content and delivery of an effective presentation.
- Describe the key components of the content and delivery of an effective presentation.
Methods of Assessment
This course is evaluated as follows:
- 40% Participation
- 40% Discussion
- 20% Presentation(s)
Enrollment Restriction
Full-Time MPH Students only