IM0722 - Global Health in the 21st Century

On this module there are many opportunities and approaches to learning. These consist of key note lectures, structured seminars, directed learning and independent learning. Through group work presentations exploring various health issues and various health systems, you have an opportunity to share and explore different cultures and approaches to health care using enquiry based learning (EBL) approaches. Both human rights and ethics are identified in the module content. There are 2 formal group presentations, one on women’s health and one on global health systems. You are expected to present individually a ten minute referenced presentation followed by a discussion with your peers. Material is posted regularly on the elp along with web links to relevant online videos, podcasts, documents, and sites of information for you to access as directed and to use as self-directed learning. The subject expertise of the group is acknowledged and you will have the opportunity to undertake student led presentations based on the developing enquiry you are engaged with and the assignment work. There is ongoing feedback on your progress through seminar work and individual tutorials. There is allocated tutor guided and student independent learning hours attached to this module.

Summative assessment. The assignment for this module consists of a 4,000 word essay on a topic of the student’s choice. This is discussed in conjunction with the marker. The work must contain elements of the module themes and content as applicable. There should be a clear topic area defined, a discussion on the impact of globalisation along with consequences for nursing practice and recommendations. The module reading material will also guide the student with critique development.

Formative assessment. Seminar work. Clear instructions will be given to the students in advance of seminars. There will be feedback given to each student following seminar presentations and on-going classroom based discussions. They will have an opportunity to reflect on the strengths and weaknesses of the seminar work presentations.

Tutorials. One to one tutorial time is allocated within this module and the student can also have assignment work supported through email correspondence with the marker. All feedback on assignment progress will be given within the module tutorial allowance.
You are expected to produce and hand in 1,000 words draft piece/proposal supporting the final assignment by week 35 and the marker will provide feedback within the module tutorial allowance.

The Skills 4 Study help sheets can be found on the library website. There is additional support with English for Specific Academic Purposes (ESAF).
You are expected to remain in contact with the guidance tutor in one to one tutorials and with your peers in small group supportive seminars.

All modules at Northumbria include a range of reading materials that students are expected to engage with. The reading list for this module can be found at: http://readinglists.northumbria.ac.uk
(Reading List service online guide for academic staff this containing contact details for the Reading List team – http://library.northumbria.ac.uk/readinglists)

Knowledge & Understanding:
1: Identify major global health challenges.

Intellectual / Professional skills & abilities:
2. Evaluate the similarities and differences facing professional health practitioners, globally, nationally and locally.
3: Analyse the contribution of published research and policy on health care and professional practice.

Personal Values Attributes (Global / Cultural awareness, Ethics, Curiosity) (PVA):
4: Appreciate the impact of globalisation on health and the burden of disease.

FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT
You will have opportunity submit 500 words outlining the structure of your summative assignment around the middle of module. You will then receive written formative feedback from the module marker, which will give you chance to reflect on the formative comments and therefore inform your final submission.
There will also be an opportunity for a face to face tutorial within the module tutorial allowance. Feedback will also be given with the presentation work. [MLO 1,2,3,4]


SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT
A 4,000 word written assignment.
You will identify, discuss and critique the impact of globalisation on the chosen topic area giving particular attention to health inequalities, human rights and ethics, where applicable. You will discuss the implications for Nursing and Healthcare practice development. [MLO 1,2,3,4]

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This module will give you the opportunity to explore global health issues and along with developing your understanding of globalisation, you will be able to contextualise and appreciate the factors that influence contemporary ‘modern’ global diseases. You will have an opportunity to explore your practice areas and expertise through group work. This will further develop an appreciation of global health today, along with the challenges that nurse’s face. The critical analytical skills that you will develop will help you to challenge dominant ideas and beliefs on health and illness the knowledge and skills developed through seminar work will assist you in you in your career and future.