Section: Module 3: Lesson 4: How to cover outbreaks of diseases in a responsible and evidence-based manner | Evidence-based Journalism for Health | NextGenU.org

  • Learning objectives:
    • Understand basic epidemiological terminology relevant to disease outbreaks.
    • Understand the importance of inclusiveness when reporting about disease outbreaks.
    • Apply solutions journalism to cover disease outbreaks.
    Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 10 minutes.

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    • Required Learning Resources and Activities

    • The narrative documents include most of the information you will need to complete the quizzes and activities in this course. Be aware that some of the required readings are linked in the document and will be considered for the course assessments. Additionally, you will find some recommended readings to expand on your preferred topics.

    • If you are interested, you can read the entire learning resources used to develop the Synthesis materials.
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