phe5gnh promoting health via groups
PROMOTING HEALTH THROUGH GROUPS AND NETWORKS
PHE5GNH
2017
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject, you will develop knowledge and skills for analysing the formation, structure and dynamics of groups and networks, and how their attributes can be utilised to effectively promote health. An appreciation will be developed of theories and models for mobilising collective action. Various local and international health consumer groups, advocacy coalitions and networks with health improvement and equity objectives will be examined from the perspectives of how they have built capacity and brought about change. Successful models for growing and sustaining networks for health will be discussed. The concepts of health literacy, health education and empowerment will provide foundations for this subject.
SchoolSchool of Psychology & Public Health
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorSally Fawkes
Available to Study Abroad StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Health Promotion: Planning and Strategies | Recommended | Green, J and Tones, K 2010 | SAGE Publications |
| Readings | Various resources will be provided on the subject Reading List | Prescribed | Various | Various |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Understand and explain theory concerning the emergence, operations and lifecycle of groups and networks in health promotion
- Activities:
- Read and analyse peer reviewed literature that examines theory concerning the emergence, operations and lifecycle of groups and networks in health promotion; make a posting on a LMS discussion site and discuss postings of other students
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
02. Locate and critically examine case examples of groups and networks whose objectives align with health promotion objectives
- Activities:
- Independent student-led research; compare and contrast case examples of groups and networks that promote health from a number of perspectives: their aims, origins, membership, capacity, how communication and participation are managed, how social media is utilised, the distribution of decision making power and action, and how the public is engaged; post a reflection on a LMS discussion site
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
03. Examine the need for, and recommend, a new group or network that would help to address a health-related issue of interest to the student, and explain how it could be established and operated
- Activities:
- Independent student-led research; consult professionals in the field; make a posting on a LMS discussion site
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
Subject options
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Online, 2017, Semester 2, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSally Fawkes
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.5 hours unscheduled online class per study period on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Critically analyse a selected group or network engaged in promoting health (1,500 words) | 40 | 01 | |
| Research and justify a proposal for a new group or network to promote health (1,500 words) | 40 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Contribute to a minimum of 3 online discussions | 20 | 01, 02, 03 |