Summer 2021 - HSCI 885 G200

Special Topics in Experiential Global Health Learning (3)

Youth & HIV, Southern Africa

Class Number: 2362

Delivery Method: Remote

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    May 12 – Jun 17, 2021: Tue, Thu, 10:00–11:30 a.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    HSCI 802, HSCI 821, HSCI 901.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

This experiential learning in global health field course focuses on inter-disciplinary approaches to understanding and addressing the global burden of disease and health inequities in socially and culturally diverse global settings. The intensive format is designed to foster hands-on, experiential learning in key principles and practices of global health, preparing students for research and practice.

COURSE DETAILS:

Course Dates and Times:

May 13th to June 17th, 2021*

* Synchronous online sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10-11:30am PST / 7-8:30pm SAST

* Asynchronous lectures

 

Class Location: Remote instruction

PURPOSE: This intensive course is designed to provide senior undergraduate and graduate students with experiential training, learning, and mentorship in health sciences research and practice in a global context.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: The theme for this course is inter-disciplinary approaches to understanding the global burden of HIV and health inequities among youth in sub-Saharan Africa. The intensive course format will emphasize the integration and application of classroom and “virtual field” experiences to enhance students’ professional skills as public health practitioners and researchers within global settings. The course represents an exciting opportunity to prepare students for global public health research and practice by providing a hands-on experience for students to adapt and apply key global health practices and principles within a socially and culturally diverse setting. The course is open to senior undergraduate and graduate trainees at SFU and SANTHE (Sub-Saharan African Network for TB/HIV research Excellence) partner institutions.

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

EXPECTED OUTCOMES: Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:

  • Describe interdisciplinary aspects of current HIV prevention, treatment, and care initiatives
  • Describe how complex, intersecting inequities and processes fuel the global HIV epidemic
  • Critically assess the connections between HIV vulnerability, health inequities, social and structural determinants, and access to and outcomes of public health interventions
  • Cultivate a global academic and professional network
  • Benefit from co-learning between Canadian and African trainees, researchers, and public health professionals
  • Strengthen skills in community engagement, cultural sensitivity, and applied skills in global health

Grading

  • Participation and Leadership 20%
  • Assignments 40%
  • Final Project 40%

NOTES:

TEACHING FORMAT:  Learners will participate in this intensive seminar course virtually, with lectures and virtual field experiences with researchers, community leaders, and policy-makers from South Africa. The 2021 format will involve virtual field experiences and in-class sessions to maximize student learning. Classes will include asynchronous lectures (from a range of speakers), group discussions, virtual field experiences, reflexive de-briefing exercises, and other interactive activities. Active student participation in class and online is expected. Maximum course enrolment is 20 students, balancing learners from Canadian and SANTHE partner institutions.

COURSE ASSESSMENT (graduate students in HSCI 885)
Participation                          20%
Assignments                          40%
Final project                           40%

REQUIREMENTS:

PRE-REQUISITES: SFU students are expected to have completed an introductory course in global health (HSCI 821, HSCI 160 or an equivalent) and epidemiology (HSCI 802, HSCI 330, or an equivalent), or permission from the instructor. MPH students must also have completed HSCI 900 and 901, which includes training on cultural safety, reflexivity and social positioning.

REQUIRED TEXT: Required readings will be assigned in class and distributed via CANVAS.

EXPECTATIONS/IMPORTANT NOTES: The instructor may make changes to the syllabus if necessary, within Faculty/University regulations.

Graduate Studies Notes:

Important dates and deadlines for graduate students are found here: http://www.sfu.ca/dean-gradstudies/current/important_dates/guidelines.html. The deadline to drop a course with a 100% refund is the end of week 2. The deadline to drop with no notation on your transcript is the end of week 3.

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating.  Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community.  Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

TEACHING AT SFU IN SUMMER 2021

Teaching at SFU in summer 2021 will be conducted primarily through remote methods, but we will continue to have in-person experiential activities for a selection of courses.  Such course components will be clearly identified at registration, as will course components that will be “live” (synchronous) vs. at your own pace (asynchronous). Enrollment acknowledges that remote study may entail different modes of learning, interaction with your instructor, and ways of getting feedback on your work than may be the case for in-person classes. To ensure you can access all course materials, we recommend you have access to a computer with a microphone and camera, and the internet. In some cases your instructor may use Zoom or other means requiring a camera and microphone to invigilate exams. If proctoring software will be used, this will be confirmed in the first week of class.

Students with hidden or visible disabilities who believe they may need class or exam accommodations, including in the current context of remote learning, are encouraged to register with the SFU Centre for Accessible Learning (caladmin@sfu.ca or 778-782-3112).