Course Title: Dental Public Health 2

Course Duration: 18 weeks

Objective: This course aims to build upon the foundations established in Dental Public
Health 1, delving deeper into advanced topics such as policy implementation, program
evaluation, and global oral health.
Week-wise Outline:
Weeks 1-3: Policy Implementation in Dental Public Health
 Policy development and analysis
 Legislative processes
 Implementation strategies
 Stakeholder engagement
Weeks 4-6: Program Evaluation in Dental Public Health
 Basics of program evaluation
 Outcome assessment
 Process evaluation
 Impact assessment
Weeks 7-9: Global Oral Health
 Global burden of oral diseases
 Disparities in global oral health
 International public health initiatives
 Cultural considerations in global oral health
Weeks 10-12: Health Economics in Dental Public Health
 Basics of health economics
 Healthcare financing
 Cost-effectiveness analysis
 Economic impact of oral diseases
Weeks 13-15: Emerging Issues in Dental Public Health
 Technology in dental public health
  Telehealth in oral healthcare
 Impact of environmental factors on oral health
 Oral health in crisis situations
Weeks 16-18: Capstone Project and Review
 Integration of course concepts
 Capstone project development
 Final project presentations
 Course review and reflections

Assessment:
1. Weekly Reflections (15%):
 Short written reflections on the week's topics and readings.
2. Policy Analysis Paper (20%):
 A comprehensive analysis of a dental public health policy, including
recommendations for improvement.
3. Program Evaluation Project (25%):
 Development and presentation of a program evaluation plan for a dental
public health initiative.
4. Global Oral Health Case Study (15%):
 Case study analysis on a global oral health issue, focusing on cultural and
social determinants.
5. Health Economics Assignment (15%):
 Application of health economics principles to analyze a specific oral health
scenario.
6. Capstone Project (10%):
 Group or individual project demonstrating the application of course
concepts to a real-world issue in dental public health.
Rubric for Capstone Project Evaluation:
Criteria:
 1. Integration of Concepts (30%):
 Demonstrates a thorough understanding and application of course
concepts.
2. Analysis and Critical Thinking (25%):
 Provides a thoughtful analysis of the chosen issue, considering multiple
perspectives.
3. Research and Evidence (20%):
 Uses relevant and credible sources to support arguments and
recommendations.
4. Communication (15%):
 Presents ideas clearly and effectively, both in written and oral formats.
5. Creativity and Innovation (10%):
 Demonstrates creativity in addressing the chosen dental public health
issue.
Note:
Adjust the content and assessments based on the specific requirements of the course,
the target audience, and available resources. Encourage active participation, discussion,
and collaboration among students to enhance their understanding of complex topics in
dental public health. Regularly assess and adapt the course based on feedback for
continuous improvement.