Introduction to the Multiphase Optimization Strategy (MOST)

This course is aimed at intervention scientists working in any area–including public health, education, criminal justice, and others—interested in learning about an innovative framework for conducting intervention research. This course will show you how to use the multiphase optimization strategy (MOST) to: streamline interventions by eliminating inactive components; identify the combination of components that offers the greatest effectiveness without exceeding a defined implementation budget; develop interventions for immediate scalability; look inside the “black box” to understand which intervention components work and which do not; and improve interventions programmatically over time. In this course you will relate the MOST framework to your research objectives; learn how MOST differs from the standard approach to intervention development and evaluation; learn how to complete the preparation and optimization phases of MOST; and become familiar with rigorous and highly efficient experimental designs that will enable you to examine the performance of individual intervention components.

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Syllabus

Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
Week 1
Week 1 - MOST is a different way of thinking
Week 2
Week 2 - The preparation phase: Laying the foundation for successful optimization
Week 3
Week 3 - Introduction to the factorial optimization trial
Week 4
Week 4 - Some conceptual and technical aspects of the factorial experiment
Week 5
Week 5 - Rigorous and responsible conduct of intervention optimization research
Week 6
Week 6 - Completing the optimization phase and identifying your next steps

FAQ

When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?

Access to lectures and assignments depends on your type of enrollment. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. If you don't see the audit option:

What will I get if I purchase the Certificate?

When you purchase a Certificate you get access to all course materials, including graded assignments. Upon completing the course, your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.

Is financial aid available?

Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.

How can I keep up on the latest developments in intervention optimization?

Regularly check the website of the NYU Intervention Optimization Initiative: https://publichealth.nyu.edu/ioi, and follow the instructors on Twitter (see profiles).

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