Use of a Participatory Learning Process to Develop a Curriculum for Postgraduate Nutrition Training

Abstract

A participatory learning process (PLP) was used in Viet Nam to formulate a curriculum for a master of science (M.Sc.) degree in community nutrition. Students and professionals from different disciplines participated in a two-day workshop to develop a curriculum. the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required of a community nutritionist were identified and a curriculum was formulated. the experience showed that broad participation is necessary, the metaplan technique is useful, time is essential, and facilitation is needed. the PLP was used to collect a maximum number of experiences, document the outcomes, develop a consensus, and create a sense of ownership within the principal actors in the process.