Olivia S. Anderson, Frederique A. Laubepin, Ella T. August
{"title":"Public Health Students and Instructors Weigh in on Generative Artificial Intelligence: Are They on The Same Page?","authors":"Olivia S. Anderson, Frederique A. Laubepin, Ella T. August","doi":"10.1177/23733799241246954","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/23733799241246954","url":null,"abstract":"Generative artificial intelligence (genAI) technology is used among students, yet it remains unclear how public health students and instructors perceive it to be effective in a learning environment. We described how and why public health students and instructors are using genAI technology along with their perceived benefits and limitations of using genAI, noting where perceptions overlap. We surveyed public health students and instructors at a higher education institution in the United States. Student survey questions covered which genAI technologies they used, which activities they used genAI for, and perceived benefits and limitations of using genAI. Questions for instructors covered which genAI technology they used, course activities genAI was integrated, and perceived benefits and limitations of using genAI. Student respondents ( n = 300) indicated using genAI technology for writing or clarifying concepts. Students and instructors ( n = 62) agreed genAI technology could save time on tedious tasks and will be part of our future workforce. They agreed that appropriate use in the classroom will better prepare future professionals. Alternatively, students and instructors indicated genAI may impede learning, produce inaccurate information, and pose opportunities for unethical behavior. While students and instructors agree on many aspects of genAI technology, instructors should be explicit about their expectations and rationale for use of genAI technology in classrooms.","PeriodicalId":29769,"journal":{"name":"Pedagogy in Health Promotion","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2024-05-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141016454","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Sounding the Alarm on Public Health Education: A Need for Equity-Focused Teaching","authors":"Astrid N. Zamora, Ella August, Olivia S. Anderson","doi":"10.1177/23733799241239039","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/23733799241239039","url":null,"abstract":"This Perspectives on Pedagogy acknowledges ongoing inequities in public health teaching and learning and describes the importance of implementing equity-focused teaching (EFT) approaches to serve present and future diverse public health student populations. Current equity-focused pedagogies being implemented within the field of public health are described, along with current limitations among public health instructors surrounding EFT training. We conclude with an example, offering recommendations to instructors on how to create transparently-designed writing assignments to support equitable learning in public health.","PeriodicalId":29769,"journal":{"name":"Pedagogy in Health Promotion","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2024-03-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140370469","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
M. Elaine Auld, Deborah Fortune, Julia M. Alber, Angela D. Mickalide
{"title":"Strategies for Preparing Future Public Health Leaders: Learning from Trailblazing Women in Health Education","authors":"M. Elaine Auld, Deborah Fortune, Julia M. Alber, Angela D. Mickalide","doi":"10.1177/23733799241235924","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/23733799241235924","url":null,"abstract":"Many female health education pioneers made seminal contributions to public health and social justice, yet these examples are not well documented in textbooks or integrated into public health curricula as pedagogical learning opportunities. Providing biographies and lessons learned from the past leaders within undergraduate health education curricula can help develop students’ skills as future leaders and address gender inequities in the field. Gender inequities in higher education as well as many public health practice settings result in lower salaries, slower career advancement opportunities, fewer supervisory positions, increased work-life conflicts, and heavier workloads. Developing women’s competencies in leadership and professionalism early in their careers is critical to meeting public health challenges such as COVID-19. We present four female health education trailblazers from different historical eras and various workforce sectors who exemplify leadership attributes (i.e., courage/risk taking, vision, advocacy, mentorship) and can be highlighted as a part of future health education curriculum. Innovative methods and approaches are provided for integrating these leadership lessons into undergraduate public health courses, in alignment with the HESPA II 2020 competencies. Learning from the past to inform the future is critical to inspiring and shaping the careers of emerging health educators.","PeriodicalId":29769,"journal":{"name":"Pedagogy in Health Promotion","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2024-03-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140240838","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Lindsay K. Crawford, Kimberly Arellano Carmona, Rewanshi Kumar
{"title":"Examining the Impact of Project-Based Learning on Students’ Self-Reported and Actual Learning Outcomes","authors":"Lindsay K. Crawford, Kimberly Arellano Carmona, Rewanshi Kumar","doi":"10.1177/23733799241234065","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/23733799241234065","url":null,"abstract":"Active, collaborative, and project-based learning strategies have become increasingly popular in college classrooms due to their effectiveness in cultivating student-centered learning. Compared to conventional teaching methods, active and project-based learning engages students in the learning process by fostering collaborative approaches to addressing real-world problems. To better prepare students for future careers in health promotion, we evaluated the effectiveness of a collaborative project-based health promotion assignment on self-perceived and actual learning among a sample of underrepresented students ( N = 33). In order to assess learning, students completed both a self-reported and actual learning assessment designed to assess competency of the core learning outcomes of the health promotion course. Results demonstrated approximately similar increases in self-reported and actual learning over the semester. Although the results were unexpectedly parallel, students consistently underestimated their knowledge on both the pre- and post-learning assessments. In all, survey results demonstrated the group-based project served as a valuable tool for undergraduate learning, with the majority of students evaluating the project positively across all measures.","PeriodicalId":29769,"journal":{"name":"Pedagogy in Health Promotion","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2024-03-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140247996","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ella August, Olivia S. Anderson, Frederique A. Laubepin
{"title":"Brave New Words: A Framework and Process for Developing Technology-Use Guidelines for Student Writing","authors":"Ella August, Olivia S. Anderson, Frederique A. Laubepin","doi":"10.1177/23733799241235119","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/23733799241235119","url":null,"abstract":"Health sciences instructors hold a wide range of opinions about generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) such as ChatGPT, Bing, and Bard; however, many are uncertain about guiding students on how to use technology for assigned writing. Our survey of 62 public health instructors at a single institution highlighted their perceived benefits, limitations, and concerns about student use of GenAI for assigned writing. Perceived benefits included the completion of tasks unrelated to relevant learning such as spellchecking and reference formatting, as well as for certain writing activities such as brainstorming. Several identified the preparation for future workplace activities as a meaningful benefit. Important limitations and concerns included the worry that GenAI would inhibit learning, as well as ethical and equity-related concerns. Nearly half of instructors expressed concerns about whether using GenAI tools constitutes plagiarism or violates academic integrity. Nearly half of instructors also indicated concern about being able to detect whether a student completed an assignment with GenAI tools. Developing thoughtful guidance on technology use for assigned writing is important as it sets standards for academic integrity and supports learning. We used the survey data and applied backward design principles to develop the Brave New Words framework and three-step process described in this paper. This framework is intended to help instructors think through and ultimately develop guidelines for students on whether and how they should use technology for assigned writing. An example assignment and activity are used to demonstrate the framework.","PeriodicalId":29769,"journal":{"name":"Pedagogy in Health Promotion","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2024-03-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140265703","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Leveraging Generative AI to Elevate Curriculum Design and Pedagogy in Public Health and Health Promotion","authors":"Eric J. Conrad, Kelly C. Hall","doi":"10.1177/23733799241232641","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/23733799241232641","url":null,"abstract":"Despite increased recognition of the importance and need for pedagogical training for public health and health promotion instructors in best-practices and inclusivity, formal training is often overlooked. This disregard for pedagogical training necessitates exploration of alternative and innovative approaches to enhance teaching and learning such as generative AI. This paper describes applied uses of generative AI, specifically ChatGPT, to enhance pedagogy in public health and health promotion education in the areas of curriculum design, instructional strategies, assessment and feedback, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Generative AI as a supplemental tool shows immense promise for improving teaching and learning, however, inherent limitations and ethical considerations require caution and continued scrutiny.","PeriodicalId":29769,"journal":{"name":"Pedagogy in Health Promotion","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2024-02-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140441146","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Recognizing Stereotypes and Their Impact on Health: A Transformative Learning Activity for Undergraduate Health Science Students","authors":"W. Hall","doi":"10.1177/23733799241234069","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/23733799241234069","url":null,"abstract":"Stereotypes are simplified generalizations that act as mental shortcuts which help us understand the world. However, these oversimplifications fail to capture the diversity within groups and communities. This is particularly adverse in healthcare settings as stereotypes are cognitive frameworks from which implicit biases emerge—affecting how individuals and groups are perceived, evaluated, and treated. Specifically, stereotypes linked to race, ethnicity, gender, and sexuality exert profound and detrimental influence on healthcare access, quality, and decision-making for marginalized populations. Thus, recognizing and understanding stereotypes are crucial for combatting health disparities prevalent in our society. Accordingly, it is essential that students receive instruction and training that allows them to understand the impact of stereotypes, acknowledge implicit biases, and advocate for equitable and unbiased healthcare for all. Health science instructors can facilitate this growth through the implementation of transformative education and learning. Transformative education is an approach to learning that aims to create profound personal and societal changes by fostering critical thinking, self-awareness, and social responsibility. The transformative learning activity presented in this manuscript seeks to enhance students’ understanding of stereotypes’ role in perpetuating health disparities and their impact on marginalized communities. By fostering critical reflection, open dialog, and collaborative problem-solving, the activity equips students to comprehend the multifaceted dimensions of stereotypes in healthcare and prepares them to address the challenges of an increasingly diverse and socially complex world. Through transformative education, students are nurtured to become competent healthcare professionals who champion equitable and unbiased care and bridge understanding and empathy across communities.","PeriodicalId":29769,"journal":{"name":"Pedagogy in Health Promotion","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2024-02-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140442250","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Student Reflections on Enhancing Cultural Awareness in Health Education Specialists: Insights From a Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) Experience","authors":"Jessica Maureen Harris, M. Seo","doi":"10.1177/23733799241230499","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/23733799241230499","url":null,"abstract":"Immersive global learning experiences like Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) offer students cross-cultural knowledge, awareness, and language fluency, fostering critical analysis, and problem-solving. This paper focuses on U.S. and Dutch students’ perceptions of personal growth as future health education specialists regarding cultural sensitivity and competence within a COIL course. The study explores valuable skills for professionals engaging with diverse populations, contributing to the literature on faculty-led internationalization initiatives. Both the COIL research model and the cultural intelligence (CQ) framework guided the design and implementation of the COIL course. A thematic analysis of self-reflection narratives from N = 49 undergraduate students from the U.S. and the Netherlands revealed categories and themes related to cultural perspectives in health promotion, cultural sensitivity and competence, and essential skills for health education specialists. The findings demonstrate the impact of COIL on students’ cultural perspectives and knowledge, their awareness of cultural norms, and the importance of diverse strategies and approaches in health promotion. The study highlights the value of COIL courses in developing cultural understanding within educational settings and provides insights for educators and students interested in engaging with diverse populations.","PeriodicalId":29769,"journal":{"name":"Pedagogy in Health Promotion","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2024-02-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139782884","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Student Reflections on Enhancing Cultural Awareness in Health Education Specialists: Insights From a Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) Experience","authors":"Jessica Maureen Harris, M. Seo","doi":"10.1177/23733799241230499","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/23733799241230499","url":null,"abstract":"Immersive global learning experiences like Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) offer students cross-cultural knowledge, awareness, and language fluency, fostering critical analysis, and problem-solving. This paper focuses on U.S. and Dutch students’ perceptions of personal growth as future health education specialists regarding cultural sensitivity and competence within a COIL course. The study explores valuable skills for professionals engaging with diverse populations, contributing to the literature on faculty-led internationalization initiatives. Both the COIL research model and the cultural intelligence (CQ) framework guided the design and implementation of the COIL course. A thematic analysis of self-reflection narratives from N = 49 undergraduate students from the U.S. and the Netherlands revealed categories and themes related to cultural perspectives in health promotion, cultural sensitivity and competence, and essential skills for health education specialists. The findings demonstrate the impact of COIL on students’ cultural perspectives and knowledge, their awareness of cultural norms, and the importance of diverse strategies and approaches in health promotion. The study highlights the value of COIL courses in developing cultural understanding within educational settings and provides insights for educators and students interested in engaging with diverse populations.","PeriodicalId":29769,"journal":{"name":"Pedagogy in Health Promotion","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2024-02-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139842950","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Lahoma Smith Romocki, J. Early, Alyssa Robillard, R. Rooks
{"title":"Preparing Public Health Educators to Work in a World of Mis and Dis Information","authors":"Lahoma Smith Romocki, J. Early, Alyssa Robillard, R. Rooks","doi":"10.1177/23733799231225435","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/23733799231225435","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":29769,"journal":{"name":"Pedagogy in Health Promotion","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2024-02-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139851586","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}