221.667.13
An Interdisciplinary Approach to Understanding the Health of Native Americans
Location
East Baltimore
Term
Winter Institute
Department
International Health
Credit(s)
3
Academic Year
2022 - 2023
Instruction Method
Hybrid In-person and Synchronous Online
Start Date
Monday, January 9, 2023
End Date
Friday, January 13, 2023
M, Tu, W, Th, F, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Auditors Allowed
Yes, with instructor consent
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Contact Name
Frequency Schedule
Every Year
Resources
Prerequisite
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
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
It will not require in person attendance, rather it will be taught virtually via Zoom.