Welcome!

We are delighted to present our Research Curriculum to you! This collaborative project was meticulously tailored with your students in mind. As dedicated Public Health researchers, we are thrilled to offer your students valuable insights into the world of research, providing a clearer understanding of why we engage in activities such as survey collection, much like the one conducted at your school. This curriculum offers a glimpse into the potential impact of research on the overall health of a community.

Our curriculum is structured into three comprehensive "modules," each designed for approximately 50 minutes of learning. Each module contains presentation slides, engaging activities, and accompanying worksheets, making it an accessible and user-friendly online experience. To further support your teaching, we have also included a Facilitator's Guide or lesson plan for each module, outlining learning objectives, key terms, and the presentation slides complete with speaker notes.

We sincerely hope that these modules prove both captivating and meaningful for both you and your students. Should you require any additional support or further information regarding the delivery of this curriculum, please feel free to reach out to us at any time. We are here to assist you!

Module 1:

A Public Health Overview

This module will provide an overview of Public Health - What is it? How is it studied? How can we improve it?  

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

  1. Define and explain public health

  2. Learn about the origins of public health research

  3. Understand basic concepts in public health /preventive medicine

  4. Engage in activities to think critically about issues of public health

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Module 2:

Health Data and Studies

This module will inform about what data is, how we collect data, and who participates in a research study.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

  1. Define data-related terms

  2. Understand differences between correlation and causation

  3. Understand how data are collected

  4. Apply knowledge in Monitoring the Future activity

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Module 3:

Health Policy & Advocacy

This module will provide information about health policies and community advocacy. Why is it important? How does it affect us?

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

  1. Define health policy

  2. Define health advocacy

  3. Examine real life data

  4. Practice being a health policy detective

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