NTR 6130 — Global Healthcare and Nutrition Communication
3 semester hoursGraduateLecture
Examines cutting-edge research and current theories in global health and nutrition communication. Studies empirically proven health campaigns, offering students an opportunity to understand the key qualities of messages that can best influence health-related decision making. Analyzes the mechanisms for transmitting key knowledge to diverse and target audiences, including the potential utility of social networking tools in developing nutrition as an applied science. Offers students an opportunity to test their own messages using print and electronic media. Seeks to help students create communities of “healthy practice” among populations that would benefit the most from improved healthcare and nutrition.