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551.867.41
Designing an MPH Capstone Project

Course Status
Cancelled

Location
Internet
Term
3rd Term
Department
Extradepartmental
Credit(s)
1
Academic Year
2022 - 2023
Instruction Method
Synchronous Online
Class Time(s)
Friday, 3:30 - 4:30pm
Auditors Allowed
No
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Contact Name
Frequency Schedule
Every Year
Description
• 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:
  1. Explain the critical elements of different type of project formats.
  2. Critically evaluate the components, structure and synthesis of a successful written paper.
  3. Utilize effective displays of data summaries in tables and graphs.
  4. Describe the key components of the content and delivery of an effective presentation.
  5. 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
MPH Students only
Special Comments

This is the virtual/online section of a course also held onsite. You are responsible for the modality in which you register.