About this Course

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This free Teach-Out is for anyone who has been curious about how we identify and measure outbreaks like the COVID-19 epidemic and wants to understand the epidemiology of these infections.
The COVID-19 epidemic has made many people want to understand the science behind pressing questions like: "How many people have been infected?" "How do we measure who is infected?" "How infectious is the virus?" "What can we do?" Epidemiology has the tools to tell us how to collect and analyze the right data to answer these questions.

In addition to a basic understanding of these essential tools, this Teach-Out provides a way for you to learn and connect with one another while continuing to practice the social distancing measures that will help keep us safe. We also hope to provide you with some tangible calls to action that will help you affect positive change for yourself, your community, and our society.

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Subtitles: English, Italian, Spanish

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100% online

Start instantly and learn at your own schedule.

Flexible deadlines

Reset deadlines in accordance to your schedule.

Beginner Level

Approx. 4 hours to complete

English

Subtitles: English, Italian, Spanish

Syllabus - What you will learn from this course

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Week

1

Week 1

2 hours to complete

How Do We Identify and Measure Outbreaks Like COVID-19?

2 hours to complete

16 videos (Total 94 min), 3 readings

16 videos

Welcome to the Teach-Out1m

Introduction to Understanding Outbreaks1m

Step 0: What Is an Outbreak?5m

Step 1: Identify Cases5m

Step 2: Describe the Outbreak by Person, Place, and Time6m

Step 3: Identify and Characterize the Cause6m

Step 4: Risk Factor Study in a Defined Population4m

Step 4: Risk Factor Study in an Open Population5m

Step 5: Intervene and Report4m

Introduction to Surveillance1m

Data for Action7m

Example of a Domestic Public Health Surveillance System10m

Example of an International Public Health Surveillance System10m

Balancing Workload with Quality8m

Surveillance as an Observational Process6m

Surveillance Attributes5m

3 readings

Epidemiology in Public Health Practice Specialization3m

English, Spanish, and Italian Subtitles10m

Frequently Asked Questions10m

Week

2

Week 2

1 hour to complete

How Do We Investigate and Control Outbreaks?

1 hour to complete

8 videos (Total 45 min), 2 readings

8 videos

Introduction to Investigating Outbreaks1m

Measures of Transmissibility: Attack Rates10m

Measures of Transmissibility: Reproductive Numbers6m

Natural History10m

Implications for Control10m

Summary of Basic Epidemic Dynamics1m

Calls to Action2m

How Social Distancing Works1m

2 readings

Frequently Asked Questions

When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?
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What is a Teach-Out?
Teach-Outs are short learning experiences, each focused on a specific current issue. Attendees will come together over a few days to learn about a subject or event and gain skills. Teach-Outs are open to the world and are designed to bring together individuals with wide-ranging perspectives in respectful and deep conversation. These events provide opportunities for diverse learners and a multitude of experts to come together to ask questions of one another and explore new solutions to the pressing concerns of our global community.
Does this Teach-Out have a fee?
Teach-Outs are free learning experiences!
Can I get a completion certificate?
No, this isn't a course, therefore we don't offer a Course Certificate.
Is this a good place to get clinical advice about my personal symptoms or circumstances?
This Teach-Out is not a source of personal medical advice. Please contact your doctor or local healthcare provider if you have questions about your specific symptoms or circumstances.

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