College of Health Sciences
Department of Health Informatics
HCI-316-ASSIGNMENT
Course name:
E-Health
Course number:
HCI316
CRN
24562
Assignment title or
task:
E-Health Instruments: Empowering Consumers in Their Health Journey
Student name:
Student ID Number:
Submission date:
Instructor name:
Hameeda Almuslim
Grade:
/10
College of Health Sciences
Department of Health Informatics
E-Health Instruments: Empowering Consumers in Their Health Journey
Instructions:
In this essay, you will explore the diverse landscape of e-health instruments available to
consumers. Your task is to:
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Describe the main types of e-health instruments used in the consumer sphere. Classify
them into meaningful categories based on their functionalities or target areas
(e.g., monitoring devices, fitness trackers, mental health apps).
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Provide examples: Briefly discuss several specific
category, highlighting their key features and potential uses.
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Analyze benefits: Focus on one e-health instrument of your choice. In-depth, critically
analyze
its
potential
benefits
for
consumers, considering
aspects
like
accessibility, empowerment, and improved health outcomes. Refer to relevant academic
research and evidence to support your arguments.
examples
within
each
Specific Requirements:
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Structure: Organize your essay using clear headings, subheadings, and transitions to
ensure logical flow and easy understanding.
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Length: Aim for a word count between 800 and 900 words.
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Referencing: Use APA style to cite at least three academic sources (e.g., peer-reviewed
journal articles, relevant textbook chapters) that support your claims and enhance the
depth of your discussion.
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Assignment must be submitted with a properly filled cover sheet (Name, ID, CRN,
Submission date, instructor name) in a Word document, Pdf is not accepted.
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Formatting: Adhere to standard academic formatting guidelines, including doublespacing, font size:12, font type: times new roman, font color: black, text justification, and
proper margins.
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File naming: HCI 316- Assignment – Your name).
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Use APA style for in-text citations and reference list.
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Deadline: 27/04/2024 @ 11:59 PM.
Additional Notes:
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Feel free to draw insights and references from the assigned textbook and other sources.
College of Health Sciences
Department of Health Informatics
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While focusing on one instrument for in-depth analysis, ensure your overview section
adequately covers the main categories and examples of other widely used e-health tools.
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Tailor your writing style to an academic audience, maintaining a neutral and objective tone
while providing compelling arguments and insightful analysis.
This assignment is an opportunity to showcase your understanding of e-health
technologies, their impact on consumer empowerment, and your ability to critically
evaluate their potential benefits based on evidence-based research.