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Teaching Epidemiology at the Undergraduate Level: Considerations and Approaches
Emily Goldmann1, James H Stark1,2, Farzana Kapadia1
1Department of Epidemiology, College of Global Public Health, New York University, New York, New York.
American Journal of Epidemiology
|March 17, 2018
Summary
Undergraduate epidemiology education is growing, equipping students with essential public health skills. Varied teaching methods enhance learning and competency development in population health.
Area of Science:
- Public Health Education
- Epidemiology Training
Background:
- Undergraduate public health programs are expanding, increasing the need for epidemiology training.
- Epidemiology courses are crucial for developing population health perspectives and essential competencies in students.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present examples of effective teaching strategies for undergraduate epidemiology courses.
- To highlight the importance of varied approaches and active learning in enhancing student engagement and skill development.
Main Methods:
- The commentary discusses pedagogical approaches for teaching epidemiology at the undergraduate level.
- Examples of active learning and assessment strategies are presented to illustrate effective teaching.
Main Results:
- Active learning and varied teaching methods can improve student comprehension of epidemiological concepts.
- These strategies help develop key competencies such as critical thinking, data analysis, and communication skills.
Conclusions:
- Implementing diverse and engaging teaching strategies is vital for successful undergraduate epidemiology education.
- Further evaluation of these pedagogical approaches is recommended to optimize learning outcomes.
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