Evidence for Decision Making

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This course provides an in-depth understanding of qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods in program and policy evaluation and research. Students will learn to design and implement research projects to address public health issues at multiple levels, and critically analyze the use and limitations of surveillance systems and national surveys. The course covers experimental and quasi-experimental designs, survey data collection, qualitative methods such as phenomenology using thematic analysis, and mixed methods approaches. It also emphasizes the use of tools like DHIS2, social listening platforms, and national surveillance systems to monitor and evaluate public health interventions. Through practical assignments and case studies, students will gain the skills to design research and evaluation for public health programs in diverse global settings.