Understanding Research in Health & Development

(4 Credits)

Aimed at students who expect to read & interpret, rather than conduct, statistical analyses, this course is designed to help students become better & more critical consumers of quantitative evidence. Using research studies discussed in the popular media & focused on currently debated questions in health & human development, the course covers key concepts in quantitative reasoning, basic statistics, & research design. Research readings will focus on topical issues regarding food & nutrition, exercise, sleep, education, & child development. Liberal Arts Core- satisfies the requirement for Quantitative Reasoning only for Steinhardt students whose Program of Study does not include a Statistics Course-see your Advisor for more information.