Measurement of Health-Related Behavior and Determinants

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This one semester seminar will provide a detailed overview of measurement of health-related behaviors and determinants of behavior. The course will cover characteristics of measures, data collection, and how to apply the science of measurement to specific health research questions. The course will emphasize This one semester seminar will provide a detailed overview of measurement of the intersection of self-report measures with biological and physical measures,and the use of newer technologies to collect data and improve data quality. Students will integrate concepts and topics covered in the course as they work on a measurement project in their specific area(s) of interest and engage in problem-solving with their peers. This course is intended for doctoral student and advanced masters-level students in the health sciences.