History, Ethics and Leadership
H Edu 6000, Fall 1999
Instructor: Barbara J. Richards, EdD, CHES
Office: HPR N-216 Ext 1-8205
E-mail: barbara.richards@health.utah.edu
Office hours: M 2:00-4:00
TEXT: Cottrell, Girvan & McKenzie, Principles & Foundations of Health Promotion and Education
PURPOSE: The purpose of this class is to increase student knowledge of the history of, organizations of, approaches to, and settings of health promotion and education. Also the analysis of the ethical issues and dilemmas inherent in health promotion and education will be explored.
COURSE OUTLINE:
| DATE | DISCUSSION TOPC | TEXT READING |
| Oct 16 | Terminology, health determinants; general approach to health promotion programs |
Chap 1, 4 |
| Oct 23 | Different approaches; Program interventions | Chap 3 |
| Oct 30 | Health Education settings | Chap 7 |
| Nov 6 | Role of Health Educator; problems, issues, and future trends in the field | Chap 6, 10 |
| Nov 13-20 | Philosophy, Ethics, Dilemma presentation | Chap 3, 5 |
| Nov 27-Dec 4 | Dilemma presentations |
ASSIGNMENTS:
| Report on Health programs in various settings | 15 pts |
| Ethical dilemma presentation | 25 pts |
| Ethical paper | 40 pts |
| Participation | 20 pts |
Grading will be determined on a 95% = A, 90% = A-, 86%=B+, 83% = B, etc.