FRLA8325A-F14
PublicHealthInSubSaharanAfrica
In this course, we will explore some of the most pressing health issues in sub-Saharan Africa. Our focus will be on the following areas:
- The work of African governments and NGOs in the area of public health.
- Infectious diseases (AIDS not included)
- HIV – AIDS
- Malnutrition
- Access to drinking water and decontamination
- Immigration and public health
- Public health in times of conflict
The professor will introduce each module, then each student will pick a topic within the module and present a case study at the end of which, they will suggest a solution that may lead to solving the problem.
This class will target all four skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing
The level of French proficiency recommended is Intermediate High to Advanced Low on the ACTFL language proficiency scale.
http://www.actfl.org/publications/guidelines-and-manuals/actfl-proficiency-guidelines-2012/english
- Term:
- Fall 2014 - MIIS, MIIS First Half of Term
- Location:
- Morse B108(MRSE B108)
- Schedule:
- 2:00pm-3:50pm on Monday, Wednesday at MRSE B108 (Aug 25, 2014 to Oct 1, 2014)
2:00pm-3:50pm on Monday, Wednesday at MCCN M209 (Oct 6, 2014 to Oct 17, 2014) - Type:
- Lecture
- Instructors:
- Edgard Coly
- Subject:
- French
- Department:
- Language & Intercultural Study
- Division:
- Transltn, Interpret & Lang Edu
- Requirements Fulfilled:
- Levels:
- MIIS Graduate
- Availability:
- View availability, prerequisites, and other requirements.
- Course Reference Number (CRN):
- 90667
- Subject Code:
- FRLA
- Course Number:
- 8325
- Section Identifier:
- A