Course Overview

This course simulates hands on training in the techniques used for measuring body size and collecting dietary intake information, with a particular emphasis on children.

Course introduction video:

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Syllabus

Use this link to access the Syllabus.

Review the course syllabus and this course overview page thoroughly before completing the Course Overview Knowledge Check in Laulima Assignments, Tests and Surveys tool.

Course Structure

This course is made up of 3 modules. Each module is made up of a number of lessons.  Go through each of the modules and lessons in order. Each lesson has required resources, readings and media. It is expected that you’ll study each of these prior to completing the graded activities. Many modules will also have optional resources. These readings and media are for your reference, you will not be responsible for these in completing the graded activities.

Symbols & Icons

Important Dates

The important dates section on every lesson page lists due dates for the lesson’s graded activities.  Each type of graded activity has a symbol associated with it. Use the legend above to identify each graded activity’s symbol.

Saving Files

Many of the resources in the course are presented using Google Docs.  You can download a Google doc in a number of formats to refer to offline.  When viewing a Google document online, go to File > Download as then choose your preferred format to save to your own computer.

Downloading a Google Doc

Laulima

Laulima is the University of Hawai‘i’s course management system. Use your UH username and password to log in to Laulima.  

Video

You will be required to record and post videos on YouTube as a part of this course.  You can use devices of your choice for this including your smartphone, tablet or webcam on your computer. You’ll need to have a gmail.com account to access YouTube.

Tips for Success in this Course

Being an online student can be a very different experience from being a face-to-face student. Do the following to be successful in this course:

• Check the course website and Laulima site daily
• View all of the module materials and read the assigned readings
• Complete all of the graded materials on time
• Pay attention to the course Announcements from Laulima and your hawaii.edu mail
• Ask when you have questions, don’t wait if you have a problem
• Take this online readiness survey and consider what skills you might need to work on
• Review this description of successful online students.