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Research Seminar in Health Promotion and Behavior II


Course Description

The development of a research career for doctoral students. This will include aspects such as writing, data management, responsible conduct of research, and research study development.


Athena Title

Health Research II


Prerequisite

HPRB 8510


Semester Course Offered

Offered every year.


Grading System

A - F (Traditional)


Course Objectives

1. Summarize what responsible conduct of research entails and processes that influence successful implementation and completion of research methods and projects. 2. Identify research proposals that are guided by behavioral theory and include appropriate research methodology. 3. Develop project goals for research study including data collection, data entry, conducting focus groups, and analyzing data. 4. Evaluate data and comprehend concepts of data cleaning, analysis and dissemination of findings. 5. Assess ethical dilemmas and identify strategies to overcome issues in scientific research. 6. Explain the importance of collaboration in public health and demonstrate application of how to work effectively with team members. 7. Design strategies to increase personal recognition in the field.


Topical Outline

1. Overview of class project 2. Responsible conduct of research 3. Data collection, entry, cleaning, analysis, and dissemination 4. Evaluating research 5. Professional development 6. Funding seeking and sources 7. Professional writing 8. Time management and planning 9. Professionalism


Syllabus


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