Primary prevention/health promotion
Community Teaching Project: Selection, Research, and Assessment
This guide outlines the key steps for selecting, researching, and assessing a nonprofit community setting for your Community Teaching Project.
1. Topic Selection:
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Choose one of the four topics:
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Primary prevention/health promotion: Focus on promoting healthy behaviors and preventing disease.
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Secondary prevention/screening for a vulnerable population: Target a specific group at risk for a disease and offer screenings or early detection services.
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Disaster planning: Educate the community on preparing for and responding to disasters.
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Environmental issues: Focus on environmental health risks and how to mitigate them.
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Consult Healthy People 2030: Use the objectives and measures on the Healthy People 2030 website to guide your topic selection. Identify a topic that aligns with their goals and addresses a pressing health concern within your community.
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Consider your interests: Choose a topic that excites you and aligns with your personal and professional interests.
2. Community Setting Selection:
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Choose a relevant nonprofit organization: Select an organization that directly aligns with your chosen topic and provides a suitable setting for your teaching project.
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Consider these factors:
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Mission and Services: Does the organization's mission and services directly relate to your chosen topic?
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Target Population: Does the organization serve a population group relevant to your project?
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Accessibility: Is the organization accessible to you and your chosen audience?
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Collaboration Opportunities: Does the organization offer opportunities for partnership and collaboration?
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3. Research and Assessment:
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Gather information about the organization:
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Website: Explore the organization's website for information about their mission, programs, services, target population, and impact.
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Contact Information: Contact the organization to request additional information, arrange a site visit, and schedule a meeting with staff.
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Community Resources: Search for community resources, news articles, and reports about the organization to gain a comprehensive understanding of their work.
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Assess the organization's needs:
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Health Literacy: What is the health literacy level of the target population?
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Knowledge Gaps: Are there specific health concerns or knowledge gaps among the target population related to your chosen topic?
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Available Resources: What resources are available within the organization to support your teaching project?
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4. Develop a Teaching Plan:
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Identify Learning Objectives: Clearly define what you want your audience to learn from your presentation.
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Select Teaching Strategies: Determine the most effective teaching methods for your audience, considering their learning styles and preferences.
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Develop Materials: Create engaging and informative teaching materials, such as presentations, handouts, or interactive activities.
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Practice your presentation: Rehearse your presentation and receive feedback from peers or mentors to ensure clarity and effectiveness.
5. Documentation:
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Complete the "Indirect Care Experience Hours" form: As you progress through the steps of selecting, researching, and assessing your community setting, update the form to document your completed hours.
Remember: This project offers a valuable opportunity to apply your nursing knowledge and skills to improve the health of your community. Choose a project that excites you and allows you to make a positive impact.