Ecological Study


Step 3: Student Role - Your Plan of Action

You need to gather the following background information found on the various web pages.

Listen to the WEPI1 which provides background to your investigation (text of the newscast is also available). Based on your own research and the newscast, you decide to investigate Porks-A-Lot Pig Farm.

WEPI Logo BREAKING NEWS
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You enter the pig farm, flash the powerful Epiville Department of Health Identification Card (being sure to cover the word "intern" with your thumb), and ask to speak with the facilities leader. You are immediately greeted by D. Herman Murtz who is very responsive to your questions.

Interview - D. Herman Murtz
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Questions in Steps 3 and 4 require you to demonstrate your knowledge of epidemiological terminology and concepts, including study design and data collection. In Step 5 Data Analysis you will perform calculations of the measures of effect and explain your findings. Select what you think is the best answer for each question. At the same time, read carefully through the explanations of both correct and incorrect answers. Finally, answer the discussion questions in Step 6 found at the end of the exercise. Bring your answers to your seminar section and be prepared to discuss them in class. Please proceed to Step 3. Good luck and have fun!


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