HSCE 821 | Radford University

HSCE 821: Educational Strategies for the Health Sciences I

Credit Hours: (3)

This course is the first of a two-part sequence exploring strategies for health sciences education. The focus of this course is on planning, implementing, and assessing student learning through in-person and on-line lectures. Lecture.

Content

Module 1: The Educational Context
Unit 1.1: Course Context
Unit 1.2: Alignment and Backwards Design
Unit 1.3: Student Learning Outcomes
Unit 1.4: Modalities of Instruction
Unit 1.5: Diversity, Inclusion, & Accessible Design
Module 2: The Lecture & Active Learning Methods
Unit 2.1: Interactive Lecturing
Unit 2.2: Active Learning Strategies
Unit 2.3: Preparing the Interactive Lecture/Active Learning Lesson
Unit 2.4: Lesson Supplements
Unit 2.5: Giving the Lesson
Module 3: Measuring Student Learning
Unit 3.1: Introduction to Assessment & Evaluation
Unit 3.2: Social, Cultural, Ethical, & Legal Issues with Testing
Unit 3.3: Composing and Evaluating Quizzes & Exams
Module 4: Putting it All Together
Unit 4.1: Constructing the Course Syllabus

Detailed Description of Conduct of Course

This course is taught using the following instructional strategies:

Lectures (Online)
Required Readings/Textbook
Recommended/Supplemental Readings
Class and Small Group Discussions
Student Presentations
VoiceThread & Zoom
Slide Presentations & Videos

Student Learning Outcomes

Create effective learning experiences in on-campus, on-line, and clinical settings.
Prepare lectures for in-person and on-line classes using evidence-based teaching strategies to facilitate student learning.
Compile and evaluate selected response test items.
Construct inclusive and engaging course syllabi.

Assessment Measures

Discussions, demonstrations, written papers, synchronous sessions.

Other Course Information

None

Review and published

May 13, 2024