Epidemiology Policy

604.604.86 Global Epidemiology Policies and Programs

Policy Brief Rubric

Grading Criteria Possible Points

Evaluation Comments

Clearly defined program or policy with specific geographic scope supported with evidence;

10 7 It is hard to tell if this is a program already in place? Or if you’re creating a new one?

The background for the issue to be addressed is clearly stated; appropriate context;

15 15

Three interventions identified and briefly analyzed; 30 15 Only one intervention

proposed? The surveillance system

Policy maker recommendations are clearly specified and supported with evidence;

20 18 One recommendation is

very thoroughly outlined; how would you measure impact?

High level resources are comprehensive and defined;

5 5

Timeline for planning and implementation is clearly outlined;

5 0 Timeline unclear

Language is written to the appropriate audience of policymakers and is of professional quality;

5 5

Appropriate policy brief heading including “To” and

“Subject” is present;

5 5

The analysis follows directions and is free from errors of grammar, spelling and typing;

5 5

Total 100 75

Specific Feedback:

This was a very thorough proposal for one recommendation ( the surveillance system), but the

goal was the lay out three options and put forth one of the three for recommendation.

Additionally, from the wording in your introductory paragraphs it is unclear if you are creating a

604.604.86 Global Epidemiology Policies and Programs

new policy for an existing program or if you’ve made an entirely new program? We were

looking for adaptations to the existing program. Finally, the timeline for rolling out the

surveillance system was unclear.