Putting Public Health Evidence in Action Talking Points: Welcome to the Putting Public Health Evidence into Action training workshop. We have designed the training to be interactive, so please stop us at any point to discuss, ask questions, or share examples from your experience. Let’s go over the materials we have provided for you. Open and review the contents of the binder/folder, including extra copies of the activity worksheets (usually in the front folder pocket). Point out the organization of the materials (slides, worksheets, etc.), the glossary, and resource list. (If appropriate) We also have a training evaluation form for you to complete at the beginning and/or end of the workshop. You can find it [indicate if in binder or if will distribute]. Let’s also quickly go over the workshop agenda. Offer a brief overview of the schedule, breaks, logistics, restroom locations, etc. Ask the audience: What questions do you have? This presentation was supported by Cooperative Agreement Number INSERT YOUR CENTER'S NUMBER HERE from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The findings and conclusions in this presentation are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official position of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Acknowledgements This workshop is sponsored by: [insert agency name] With funding for development by: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention National Cancer Institute Talking Points: This workshop is sponsored by [insert agency name] The contents of this curriculum were developed with funding by the: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the National Cancer Institute

Acknowledgements Getting to Outcomes training manual Some materials adapted from National Cancer Institute’s Using What Works http://cancercontrol.cancer.gov/use_what_works/start.htm Getting to Outcomes training manual Lesesne, C. A., Lewis, K. M., Moore, C., Fisher, D., Green, D., & Wandersman, A. (2007). Promoting Science-based Approaches to Teen Pregnancy Prevention using Getting To Outcomes. Unpublished manual. Talking Points: These training materials were adapted from the National Cancer Institute’s Using What Works curriculum and Getting to Outcomes training manual.

Community Needs Assessment Planning for Evaluation Training Objectives Session Objectives Defining Evidence Define evidence-based public health practice Discuss benefits and challenges associated with using evidence Community Needs Assessment Know what types of questions to answer using community assessment Identify sources of secondary and primary data Planning for Evaluation Define different types of evaluation Identify measurable outcomes that are linked to each program objective Talking Points: This is a brief summary of the overall learning objectives of the sessions. Each session will go into more detailed objectives. We will define evidence-based practice and discuss benefits and challenges of using evidence. We will talk about the types of questions community assessments can answer and identify sources data. We’ll discuss different types of evaluation and how to measure outcomes that link to program objectives.

Training Objectives continued Session Objectives Finding Evidence Know find evidence-based resources on strategies, programs and policies Selecting an Evidence-based Approach Select an approach that fits the organization and population Adapting an Evidence-based Approach Define adaptation, fidelity, and core elements Describe the process and steps for adaptation Implementing and Evaluating Discuss the importance of community engagement, partnerships, and collaborations to implement programs Describe key tasks in planning, implementation, evaluation, and maintenance Talking Points: We’ll show you where to find resources and select an approach that is compatible with your communities. We’ll define terms related to adaptation and describe steps in the adaptation process. We’ll discuss collaborations and the key tasks in planning through maintenance.

Group Introductions Please share at your tables: (10 min) What is your name? Where do you work? Very briefly share your topic areas of expertise. *Include other creative icebreakers depending on the trainer’s preference. Talking Points: Let’s get to know each other. Please share information about yourself and answer these questions (at the table or with the own class)