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Module Topics and Learning Objectives
The following is a breakdown of module topics and their associated learning objectives.

Module 1: Defining Health Information
Develop a definition of Health Information (CO1)
Identify health information key topics and concepts (CO1, CO2)
Discuss health information topics in diverse context (CO1, CO2)

Module 2: Understanding Health Information Behavior
Define health information behavior (CO1)
Identify and Evaluate different types of information health wants and needs (CO1, CO2)
Discuss different approaches to serving health information seeking behavior of diverse communities (CO3)

Module 3: Identifying Health Information Resources
Identify health information resources (CO1)
Assess health information resources for diverse health information wants and needs (CO2)
Analyze health information databases (CO2, CO3)

Module 4: Evaluating Health Information Resources
Evaluate diverse health information resources to meet various health information wants and needs (CO1, CO2)
Organize random data points (CO2, CO3)
Analyze gathered interview data for patterns or themes (CO1, CO2, CO3)
Construct a research narrative (CO4)
Reflect on work to date

Module 5: Building a Health Information Resource
Build a health information resource (CO4)
Organize health information into a tailored tool for a patron (CO2, CO3, CO4)
Identify challenges in creating health information resources for diverse audiences (CO2, CO3, CO4)
Collaborate with colleagues to overcome challenges (CO5)

Module 6: Disseminating Health Information
Present a health information resource to an audience (CO3, CO4, CO5)
Demonstrate how to navigate a health information resource (CO3, CO4, CO5)
Disseminate health information using appropriate health information tools (CO3, CO4, CO5)

Module 7: Exploring Current Issues in Health Information Resources
Evaluate health information resources (CO1, CO2, CO3, CO4)
Critique health information resources (CO1, CO2, CO3, CO4)
Analyze current issues and research in health information resources (CO5)

Learning Objectives

After completing this course, you will be able to: 

• CO1: Investigate health information concepts, resources, technologies, applications, and professional opportunities.
• CO2: Select and critique health information resources for diverse patrons, communities, and organizations.
• CO3: Demonstrate health literacy education skills.
• CO4: Produce a health information resource.
• CO5: Identify job opportunities and responsibilities for health information professionals.

Agenda

Week 1/Module 1 Defining Health Information
Read and view the materials in the Module 1 Resources Book
Read the syllabus
Read Chapter 1 in Promoting Individual and Community Health at the Library
Complete the Module 1 Quiz (AEA)
Complete the Module 1 Discussion Forum: What is Health Information?
Complete the Module 1 Individual Assignment: Choose a Health Topic
Complete the Module 1 Group Activity: Health Information Across the Lifespan

Week 2/Module 2: Understanding Health Information Behavior
Read and view the materials in the Module 2 Resources Book
Read Chapter 2 in Promoting Individual and Community Health at the Library
Complete the Module 2 Discussion Forum: Health Information Wants vs Health Information Needs
Complete the Module 2 Individual Assignment: Create a Persona
Complete the Module 2 Group Activity: User Questions

Week 3/Module 3: Identifying Health Information Resources
Read and view the materials in the Module 3 Resources book
Read Chapter 3 in Promoting Individual and Community Health at the Library
Complete the Module 3 Quiz
Complete the Module 3 Individual Assignment: Identifying Health Resources
Complete the Module 3 Group Activity: Answering User Questions

Week 4/Module 4: Evaluating Health Information Resources
Read and view the materials in Module 4 Resources book
Read Chapter 4 in Promoting Individual and Community Health at the Library
Complete the Module 4 Individual Assignment: Affinity Map (must complete before attempting Module 4 Group Activity)
Complete the Module 4 Group Activity: Presenting Preliminary Findings
Complete the Module 4 Discussion Forum: Mid-course Evaluation (Qualitative)

Week 5/Module 5: Building a Health Information Resource
Read and view the materials in the Module 5 Resources book
Read Chapter 5 in Promoting Individual and Community Health at the Library
Complete the Module 5 Quiz
Complete the Module 5 Discussion Forum: Building Blocks of a Health Information Resource
Complete the Module 5 Individual Assignment: Create a Resource

Week 6/Module 6: Disseminating Health Information
Read and view the materials in the Module 6 Resources book
Read Chapter 6 in Promoting Individual and Community Health at the Library
Complete the Module 6 Individual Assignment: Disseminate Your Findings
Complete the Module 6 Discussion Forum: Gathering and Analyzing Feedback

Week 7/Module 7: Exploring Current Issues in Health Information
Read and view the materials in the Module 7 Resources book
Read Chapter 7 in Promoting Individual and Community Health at the Library
Complete the Module 7 Assignment: Review, Critique, Evaluate (Summative Assessment)
Complete the Module 7 Discussion Forum: Geauxing Forward

MLA CE Credits: 24