Gender Foundations in Health Data: A Data for Health Course from Coursera

Welcome to Gender Foundations in Health Data: A Data for Health course. This course was developed from an online seminar series of the same name, that was hosted by Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Health in 2021-22. The course instructors are Drs. Michelle Kaufman and Tahilin Sanchez Karver.

This course will raise learners' awareness of the necessity of utilizing a gender lens in global public health data, policy, and practice, feature how-tos and key examples of integration of gender in data collection, analysis, and use from Data for Health partners

Technical Specifications

This course uses a third-party app called Articulate Rise to deliver the course materials. You will need to click-through a few screens (Articulate Rise, pop-up blockers) to enter and exit each Module. Please be sure to turn off pop-up blockers to access the materials.

To post in the discussion forums, you will need to exit the Modules in Articulate Rise and go back to Coursera. Please feel free to reach out to [email protected] with any questions, including technology concerns. We hope you have a good experience learning about gender integration in your health data work.

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Syllabus

Gender Foundations in Health Data

Welcome to Gender Foundations in Health Data. This course uses a third party app called Articulate Rise to deliver the course materials. You will need to click-through a few screens (Articulate Rise, pop-up blockers) to enter and exit each Module. To post in the discussion forums, you will need to exit the Modules in Articulate Rise and go back to Coursera. Please feel free to reach out to [email protected] with any questions, including technology concerns. We hope you have a good experience learning about gender integration in your health data work.

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Well-suited for learners who want to build skills that are relevant to public health data, policy, and practice

May require specific background knowledge in public health, gender studies, or data analytics

Instructors are recognized for their work in gender and health data

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Gender Foundations in Health Data: A Data for Health Course with these activities:

Refresh Your Statistical Software Skills

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Refreshing your statistical software skills will ensure that you have the necessary tools to complete the course assignments and activities.

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Review the documentation for your statistical software.
Complete a few practice exercises.

Review The Spirit Level

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This book introduces important statistical concepts and their application to health data.

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Read the first three chapters.
Summarize the main arguments of the book.
Identify three key examples of how statistical concepts are used in health data.

Create a Course Notes Compilation

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This activity will help you organize and review the materials covered in the course, improving your retention and understanding.

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Gather all your notes, assignments, quizzes, and exams.
Organize the materials by topic or module.
Review the materials regularly to reinforce your learning.

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Join a Study Group

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Participating in a study group can provide you with opportunities to discuss the course material, ask questions, and learn from your peers.

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Find a study group or start your own.
Meet regularly to discuss the course material.
Work together on assignments and projects.

Attend a Workshop on Gender Data Analysis

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Attending a workshop can provide you with additional knowledge and skills in gender data analysis.

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Find a workshop on gender data analysis that interests you.
Register for the workshop.
Attend the workshop and participate actively.

Develop a Data Visualization

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Creating a data visualization will help you practice your data analysis skills and communicate health data effectively.

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Choose a dataset that interests you.
Clean and analyze the data.
Design a data visualization that effectively communicates your findings.
Present your visualization to others.

Contribute to an Open-Source Gender Data Project

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Contributing to an open-source project can help you develop your technical skills and learn from others in the field.

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Find an open-source gender data project that interests you.
Identify a way to contribute to the project.
Submit a pull request with your contribution.

Conduct a Gender-Based Data Analysis

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This project will allow you to apply the concepts learned in the course to a real-world dataset.

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Choose a dataset that includes gender-related variables.
Develop a research question that explores gender differences or inequalities.
Conduct a data analysis to answer your research question.
Write a report summarizing your findings.

Career center

Learners who complete Gender Foundations in Health Data: A Data for Health Course will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Public Health Data Analyst

A Public Health Data Analyst is a specialist that collects and interprets data to make conclusions and recommendations on public health policy. One of the main goals of public health is to reduce disparity and disease and this course may help build a foundation in data analytics and how to approach it through a gender lens. Throughout the course, learners will gain an understanding of the gender dynamics and issues present in the healthcare system. This will help them identify problems, trends, and inequities in health data with a focus on gender.

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Health Data Manager

A Health Data Manager oversees the organization, analysis, storage, and protection of health data. This course will help Health Data Managers gain a comprehensive foundational understanding of gender and how to incorporate gender considerations into healthcare data practices. This is especially important with the recent growing trend in gender-affirming care and other gender-related healthcare policies.

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Global Health Policy Advisor

A Global Health Policy Advisor develops and implements public health policies and programs at the international level. This course can help Global Health Policy Advisors incorporate a gender lens into their work, ensuring that policies and programs are designed to address the specific health needs of women, men, and non-binary individuals. It will also help to raise awareness of the importance of gender considerations in developing policies, plans, and research agendas.

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Health Equity Researcher

A Health Equity Researcher investigates and analyzes health outcomes to understand and address the causes of health disparities. This course will help Health Equity Researchers gain a deeper understanding of the role of gender in health disparities and how to conduct research that is inclusive of all genders. Furthermore, a focus on gender foundations in health data will help expand the methodology toolkit of Health Equity Researchers to more accurately represent gender in their work.

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Healthcare Policy Analyst

A Healthcare Policy Analyst researches and evaluates policies that affect the health care system. This course may help Healthcare Policy Analysts to understand the role of gender in healthcare policy and how to develop policies that are equitable for all. Through its up-to-date research on gender health disparities, this course can act as a valuable companion for learners who wish to advance their career as Healthcare Policy Analysts.

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Community Health Educator

A Community Health Educator teaches individuals and communities about health issues and promotes healthy behaviors. This course may be useful for Community Health Educators who wish to gain a better understanding of gender and health disparities. The focus on using data to understand the health needs of different communities can be applied directly to their work.

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Data Analyst

A Data Analyst collects, analyzes, and interprets data to help businesses make better decisions. This course may be useful for Data Analysts who want to work in the healthcare industry. The course will help them understand the specific challenges of working with health data, including the importance of considering gender in data analysis.

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Epidemiologist

An Epidemiologist investigates the causes and patterns of disease in populations. This course may be useful for Epidemiologists who want to study gender-related health issues. The course will help them understand the role of gender in health and how to design studies that are inclusive of all genders.

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Health Economist

A Health Economist analyzes the costs and benefits of health care interventions. This course may be useful for Health Economists who want to work on gender-related health issues. The course will help them understand the economic impact of gender inequality in health and how to develop policies that are cost-effective and equitable.

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Health Informatics Specialist

A Health Informatics Specialist designs and implements health information systems. This course may be useful for Health Informatics Specialists who want to work on gender-related health issues. The course will help them understand the importance of considering gender in the design and implementation of health information systems.

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International Development Specialist

An International Development Specialist works to improve the lives of people in developing countries. This course may be useful for International Development Specialists who want to work on gender-related health issues. The course will help them understand the role of gender in global health and how to develop programs that are inclusive of all genders.

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Medical Anthropologist

A Medical Anthropologist studies the cultural and social factors that affect health. This course may be useful for Medical Anthropologists who want to study gender-related health issues. The course will help them understand the role of gender in shaping health beliefs and behaviors.

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Nurse Practitioner

A Nurse Practitioner provides primary care to patients. This course may be useful for Nurse Practitioners who want to provide care to gender diverse patients. The course will help them understand the specific health needs of gender diverse patients and how to provide culturally competent care.

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Physician

A Physician provides medical care to patients. This course may be useful for Physicians who want to provide care to gender diverse patients. The course will help them understand the specific health needs of gender diverse patients and how to provide culturally competent care.

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Social Worker

A Social Worker helps people cope with social and emotional problems. This course may be useful for Social Workers who want to work with gender diverse clients. The course will help them understand the specific challenges faced by gender diverse clients and how to provide supportive services.

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