Usingthe next guide as reference create a SMART goal to improve the indicators ofyour health problem at short or long term:
SMART goals help improveachievement and success. A SMART goal clarifies exactly what is expected andthe measures used to determine if the goal is achieved and successfullycompleted.
A SMART goal is:
Specific (and strategic): Goalmust be clearly defined who and what?
Measurable: The success towardmeeting the goal can be measured. Outcome must demonstrate levels of change orimprovement.
Attainable: Goals are reasonableand can be achieved.
Relevant (results oriented): Thegoals are aligned with current tasks and projects and focus in one defined area
Time framed: Goals have a clearlydefined time-frame including a target or deadline date.
Examples:
Not a SMART goal:
Reach out to stakeholders.
Does not identify a measurement ortime frame, nor identify why the improvement is needed or how it will be used.
SMART goal:
The Department will launchcommunications with stakeholders by conducting three focus groups specific toneeds assessment and funding by the end of the first quarter.
Topic 2.
Article critique.
Do a literature review abouthealth promotion strategies related to your health problem. After studying theinformation select one article that you disagree on:
Share a concise overview about thelocal impact of the problem.
Share one disagreement you mayhave regarding the study design and support your idea with evidence
Share one disagreement you mayhave regarding implementation and support your idea with evidence.
Share one disagreement you mayhave regarding evaluation and support your idea with evidence.