Health Communication Syllabus

Health Communication Course

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Course Code	[COURSE CODE]
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Class Duration	[DATE] - [DATE]

1. Course Description

The course on Health Communication adopts a cross-disciplinary method, studying the techniques and notions of communication used in the healthcare sector with an aim to examine the connections between theory, policies, and practical applications. It also prepares students with the fundamental knowledge and practical applications of health-specific communications across various platforms.

2. Instructor Information

Name: [YOUR NAME]
Email: [YOUR EMAIL]
Organization: [YOUR COMPANY NAME]

3. Learning Objectives

• Implement communication strategies in healthcare settings.

• Analyze and implement the health theories for behavioral changes.

• Develop skills in creating and evaluating health promotion messages.

• Understand health disparities and strategies to reduce them.

• Analyze the impact of media on health perceptions and behaviors.

4. Course Schedule

Week	Topic	Activities
1	Introduction to Health Communication	Lecture, Discussion
2	Theoretical Foundations of Health Communication	Reading, Group Exercise
3	Communication Strategies in Healthcare	Case Studies, Role-Playing
4	Health Promotion Messages	Workshop, Peer Review
5	Media Influence on Health	Debate, Guest Speaker
6	Health Disparities and Communication	Seminar, Analysis
7	Midterm Exam	Exam
8	Interpersonal Communication in Healthcare	Simulation, Group Discussion

5. Required Reading and Materials

• Health Communication: A Multicultural Perspective, Kim-Daugherty, S.Y.

• The Interpersonal Communication Book, DeVito. J.A.

• E-Reserves on official website of [YOUR COMPANY NAME]

• Various research articles from health and communication disciplines.

• Relevant Newsletters and Podcasts appointed by the instructor.

6. Assignments and Assessments

• Midterm Exam: Consists of multiple-choice, short answer, and essay questions based on lectures and readings.

• Final Project: A collaborative health communication campaign targeting a specific population.

• Class Participation: Active participation in class activities, online discussions, and peer-review exercises.

• Homework Assignments: Consists of readings, reaction papers, and problem sets.

• Final Exam: Cumulative exam covering all the lecture materials, discussions, and readings.

7. Course Policy

• Attendance: Regular attendance is mandatory for all sessions.

• Plagiarism: All works submitted must be your own. Any detected act of plagiarism will be referred to the disciplinary board.

• Late Assignment: Assignments submitted after the due date will be subject to a 10% penalty each day.

• Email Communication: Emails will be responded within 48 hours on working days.

• Special Accommodations: Students with disabilities or specific needs must inform the instructor during the first week.

8. Grading Policy

Component	Weight
Mid-term Exam	20%
Final Exam	25%
Final Project	30%
Homework Assignments	15%
Class Participation	10%

Disclaimer

Please note that this syllabus is subject to change at the discretion of the instructor. Any modifications or updates will be communicated in advance through class announcements and will be reflected in the online syllabus. Students are responsible for regularly checking for updates and adhering to any changes made.

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