221.667.13
An Interdisciplinary Approach to Understanding the Health of Native Americans
- Location:
- East Baltimore
- Term:
- Winter Inst. term
- Department:
- International Health
- Credits:
- 3 credits
- Academic Year:
- 2022 - 2023
- Instruction Method:
- Hybrid In-person and Synchronous Online
- Dates:
- Mon 01/09/2023 - Fri 01/13/2023
- Class Times:
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- M Tu W Th F, 11:00am - 4:00pm
- Auditors Allowed:
- Yes, with instructor consent
- Undergrads Allowed:
- No
- Grading Restriction:
- Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
- Course Instructors:
- Contact:
- Kristen Speakman
- Resources:
- Description:
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Explains different aspects of Indigenous health by exploring health and illness perceptions of Native American communities, and considers approaches that are grounded in Traditional and Contemporary Indigenous Knowledge and supported by Western Research Methodology. Course participants analyze key health issues from the perspective of Native communities, and through the lens of various public health disciplines such as epidemiology, mental health, environmental health, policy, and sociology. The over-arching emphasis is to serve Indigenous populations and empower community-driven, culturally sensitive public health interventions.
- Learning Objectives:
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Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
- Describe the epidemiological, socio-economic, political, environmental and other factors that influence the health of American Indian and Alaska Native populations
- Apply interdisciplinary approaches to address these health issues
- Methods of Assessment:
This course is evaluated as follows:
- 10% Participation
- 20% Small Group Discussion and Presentation
- 30% Quizzes
- 40% Final Paper
- Instructor Consent:
No consent required
- Special Comments:
It will not require in person attendance, rather it will be taught virtually via Zoom.