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Operationalizing One Health

Arleigh Reynolds, Laurie Meythaler-Mullins, Hannah Robinson, Kelsey Nicholson, and Tuula Hollmen

One Health is well accepted as an approach to understand issues at the interface of human, animal, and environmental health. This work requires cross cultural and interdisciplinary collaborative efforts that utilize several strategies while prioritizing community involvement. With this approach a broad and simultaneously deep knowledge base can be developed. Such a constructionist approach to problem solving can support tremendous understanding of problems at their root causes, but this process is often associated with challenges that make operationalizing One Health difficult. In this course students will learn what toolkits are available and widely used, their strengths and shortcomings, and how to implement them to put One Health concepts into practice.

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One Health is well accepted as an approach to understand issues at the interface of human, animal, and environmental health. This work requires cross cultural and interdisciplinary collaborative efforts that utilize several strategies while prioritizing community involvement. With this approach a broad and simultaneously deep knowledge base can be developed. Such a constructionist approach to problem solving can support tremendous understanding of problems at their root causes, but this process is often associated with challenges that make operationalizing One Health difficult. In this course students will learn what toolkits are available and widely used, their strengths and shortcomings, and how to implement them to put One Health concepts into practice.

Five different tools will be described and practiced to enhance the approach, understanding, and implementation of each platform. Each of these tools will be reviewed and discussed in how they are used from a community-based participatory approach.

By the end of this course students will have the opportunity to apply what they have learned through all three One Health courses by choosing an issue that they themselves have seen or experienced. They will create their own personalized portfolio that will allow them to apply their understanding of One Health, and utilize the skills and toolkits attained to build a sustainable mitigation plan.

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Learning objectives

  • Students who complete this course will:
  • Discuss how/why toolkits can be useful
  • Determine the effectiveness of toolkits as a resource
  • Learn the basic operation of some one health toolkits
  • Identify ways that toolkits can collaborate
  • Know how to use information learned in one health courses to apply to life
  • Put together a portfolio and sustainability plan on an issue that will be assessed.
  • Understand the basic concepts associated with active listening and be able to implement this skill in their work with others within and across their discipline and culture.
  • Understand the importance of emotional intelligence and cultural awareness in effective and respectful communication and know where to go to improve their cultural awareness for a given situation
  • Understand the dos and don’ts of building and maintaining effective and respectful relationships with communities they work with.
  • Understand how to use a community-based participatory approach to define the local community’s perspective of a one health issue.
  • Learn the value and use of structured decision making
  • Learn the basic principles behind and some applications of the oh-smart tool.
  • Identify knowledge holders and stakeholders that play roles in understanding and addressing a one health issue.
  • Know how to build open-ended questions for interviewing knowledge holders and stakeholders

Syllabus

Week 1: Building Skills
Building skills that support success in One Health
Active listening
Emotional Intelligence
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Read about what's good
what should give you pause
and possible dealbreakers
Introduces a range of valuable tools for One Health practice, fostering understanding and implementation
Emphasizes the importance of active listening, emotional intelligence, and cross-cultural communication in effective One Health collaboration
Provides guidance on building and maintaining respectful community relationships, essential for participatory approaches
Harnessing One Health principles to develop sustainable mitigation plans addresses real-world issues
Engages learners in case studies and hands-on exercises, building practical skills for One Health implementation

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Practical one health toolkit application

According to students, this course is designed to provide a practical understanding of One Health concepts by focusing on operationalizing key principles. Learners are likely to find the coverage of specific toolkits like OH-SMART and CDC Prioritization Workshops particularly useful for real-world application. The emphasis on community-based participatory approaches and the development of crucial interpersonal skills such as active listening, emotional intelligence, and cultural awareness is a strong point. The culminating portfolio project allows students to apply learning to a chosen issue, fostering a sustainable mitigation plan. However, prospective learners should note that the course assumes prior foundational knowledge, suggesting it is best suited for those who have completed earlier One Health courses.
Course builds on foundational One Health understanding.
"It's important to note that this course appears to build on concepts from previous One Health courses."
"Newcomers to One Health might find it beneficial to complete prerequisite courses first to maximize understanding."
"The course clearly states it allows applying what was learned through all three One Health courses."
Cultivates vital interpersonal and communication skills.
"I find the inclusion of active listening, emotional intelligence, and cultural awareness crucial for interdisciplinary collaboration."
"Learning how to effectively communicate across disciplines and cultures is a key takeaway for me."
"The guidance on effective interviewing and building open-ended questions is very practical."
Highlights methods for effective community involvement.
"I value the focus on building and maintaining respectful community relationships through co-production of knowledge."
"Understanding community-based participatory approaches will be essential for my work."
"The course's attention to identifying knowledge holders and stakeholders is a critical aspect of collaborative work."
Equips learners with actionable One Health tools.
"I anticipate gaining practical skills in implementing One Health concepts through various toolkits."
"I expect to learn the basic operation of important One Health toolkits, like OH-SMART, and understand their application."
"The focus on specific tools, such as the CDC One Health Prioritization Workshop, seems highly relevant for real-world scenarios."
Offers a tangible opportunity to apply course concepts.
"I look forward to applying what I've learned by creating my own personalized portfolio and sustainability plan."
"The opportunity to work on an issue I've experienced personally makes the learning highly relevant."
"Creating a sustainable mitigation plan will allow me to demonstrate my understanding of One Health."

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 Operationalizing One Health with these activities:
Learn about Cultural Awareness
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  • Take an online course or workshop on cultural awareness.
  • Read books or articles about different cultures.
  • Travel to different countries or regions.
Review Communication Skills
Revisiting basic communication concepts can strengthen your ability to communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
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  • Read a book or article on communication skills.
  • Take an online course or workshop on communication skills.
  • Practice active listening skills in conversations.
Practice Active Listening
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  • Find a partner and take turns speaking and listening.
  • Focus on understanding the speaker's message.
  • Ask clarifying questions.
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Active Listening
Improve your listening skills to better understand course materials and participate effectively in discussions.
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  • Read and listen to online tutorials on active listening techniques
  • Practice active listening in conversations with friends, family, and colleagues
  • Take part in role-playing scenarios where you can demonstrate active listening skills
Develop an Interview Protocol
Creating an interview protocol can enhance your ability to collect and analyze data effectively.
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  • Identify the purpose of the interview.
  • Develop a list of questions that will help you achieve your purpose.
  • Test your protocol with a few pilot interviews.
Participate in Community-Based Discussions
Engaging in community-based discussions can broaden your perspectives and provide valuable insights.
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  • Join a community group or organization.
  • Attend community meetings or events.
  • Participate in discussions and share your perspectives.
Attend a Decision-Making Workshop
Attending a decision-making workshop can provide you with practical tools and techniques for making informed decisions.
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  • Identify a decision-making workshop that aligns with your interests.
  • Register for the workshop and attend all sessions.
  • Actively participate in the exercises and discussions.
Develop a Community Engagement Plan
Create a plan for engaging with a community on a One Health issue to apply knowledge and skills gained from the course.
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  • Identify a specific One Health issue to focus on
  • Research and understand the community and its needs
  • Develop strategies for engaging with the community and involving them in the planning process
  • Create a timeline and budget for the engagement plan
  • Implement the engagement plan and monitor its progress
Develop a One Health Action Plan
Creating a One Health action plan can help you apply the concepts you've learned to a specific issue.
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  • Identify a One Health issue that you are passionate about.
  • Research the issue and gather data.
  • Develop a plan of action that outlines specific goals, objectives, and activities.
Build a One Health System Map
Create a visual representation of a complex One Health system to improve understanding and identify areas for intervention.
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  • Identify the scope and boundaries of the system to be mapped
  • Gather data and information from various sources and stakeholders
  • Develop a visual representation of the system using appropriate tools and techniques
  • Analyze the map to identify key relationships, patterns, and gaps
  • Use the map to inform decision-making and develop interventions

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4 to 6 hours per week for 4 weeks
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Intermediate
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University of Alaska Fairbanks
Instructors
Arleigh Reynolds
Laurie Meythaler-Mullins
Hannah Robinson
Kelsey Nicholson
Tuula Hollmen
Language
English
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Traffic lights
Read about what's good
what should give you pause
and possible dealbreakers
Introduces a range of valuable tools for One Health practice, fostering understanding and implementation
Emphasizes the importance of active listening, emotional intelligence, and cross-cultural communication in effective One Health collaboration
Provides guidance on building and maintaining respectful community relationships, essential for participatory approaches
Harnessing One Health principles to develop sustainable mitigation plans addresses real-world issues
Engages learners in case studies and hands-on exercises, building practical skills for One Health implementation
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