221.672.49
Introduction to Data Management Using American Indian Health Data
Course Status
Cancelled
Course Status
Cancelled
Location
Internet
Term
Summer Institute
Department
International Health
Credit(s)
2
Academic Year
2024 - 2025
Instruction Method
Synchronous Online
Auditors Allowed
Yes, with instructor consent
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Course Instructor(s)
Shea Littlepage
Contact Name
Frequency Schedule
One Year Only
Resources
Prerequisite
None
Designed for persons who may not have previous formal training in data management but may be working to determine or to address tribal priorities for health care, or working or interested in clinical research or public health within tribal communities. Individuals do not have to be Native American, nor work with Native American communities, to participate in the course since the concepts can be translated to many public health settings; however, the examples and assignments will be drawn from Native American settings.
Introduces Native American tribal health leaders, health professionals, health paraprofessionals, and others interested in Native American health concerns to the basic concepts of data management. Prepares students for the core courses on data management methods offered by the School of Public Health. Introduces students to basic principles and methods of data management using examples pertinent to American Indian health.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
- Describe the processes and procedures for data management in quantitative and qualitative research
- Illustrate the practical application of these processes in research projects
Methods of Assessment
This course is evaluated as follows:
- 20% Class Attendance & Participation
- 40% Homework
- 40% Daily In-Class Group Exercises
The course will move to a virtual format in 2-hour sessions using Zoom during two weeks. Students are expected to use a laptop computer with working WIFI/Internet access. This is the virtual/online section of a course also held onsite. You are responsible for the modality in which you register.