Learning goals for the advanced module (进阶模块的教学目标)
The learning goals for the advanced module "Research design and health policy evaluation" include:
1. be able to understand the core idea and assumption of popularhealth policy evaluation approaches
2. acquire the ability to identify appropriate analytical frameworkfor hot issues in the health field
3. sustain enduring interests and passion in fields related to health
Instruction for Week 5 (第5周导语)
This lecture will be conducted virtually and will consist of two SPOC videos. The initial video closely examines omitted variable bias (OVB) with the health-education gradient as an illustrative example. The subsequent video provides a brief introduction to one of the popular techniques for addressing OVB, namely the instrumental variable method. Additionally, we will explore an intriguing study investigating the impact of education on parental cognitive function in old age. If you're pressed for time, feel free to proceed directly to the second video.
Learning objectives (学习目标)
- understand the core idea, applicable conditions and weakness of instrumental variable techniques
- know the source of omitted variable bias
Key knowledge points (核心知识)
- the role of IV in estimating health return of education
- governing factors of the size of omitted variable bias
- conditions for a valid instrumental variable
Learning activities: Flipped classroom-- the online part (学习活动：翻转课堂-- 线上部分)
- SPOC videos
- peer collaboration: knowledge points mind map
- classical case example: education and parents' cognitive function [Ma (JHE, 2019)]
- Q&A: feedback on online learning process via the Tencent collaboration document (https://docs.qq.com/doc/DU3BrZ0RRdHpVVFBF)
Learning assessment (测评反馈)
- report difficulties using Tencent collaboration document (https://docs.qq.com/doc/DU3BrZ0RRdHpVVFBF)
- complete required SPOC videos
- joint selection of case materials by the instructor and students
