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Week 8 Overview

Module 8: Identifying Credible Health Information

Introduction

The internet is a valuable source for health-related information. However, determining what we can trust is sometimes a challenge. In this module, you will use credible health websites to create an educational tool to teach your classmates about a chronic disease. Some ideas include: a handout, pamphlet, PowerPoint presentation, poster, video, diagram, song, poem, game, or speech via audio link.

Outcomes

Evaluate credibility of health information.

Investigate the definition, risk factors, and the prevention and detection strategies for a chronic disease.

Checklist

Choose a chronic disease to research.

1. Find websites that meet the Medical Library Association guidelines for credible health websites found at this link: http://www.mlanet.org/resources/userguide.html#5

2. Create an informational teaching tool to share with your classmates.

3. Ask questions of your classmates about their chronic disease.

4. Answer questions from your classmates using credible health information.