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ERIC Number: EJ258764
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1982-Feb
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0022-4391
Athletes Score a Hit with Kids in Grades Four through Eight.
McDermott, Robert J.; Marty, Phillip J.
Journal of School Health, v52 n2 p94-96 Feb 1982
To influence children in deciding not to smoke, a program, Wisconsin Athletes Against Cancer, was designed and implemented in grades four through eight. Athletes served as role models and delivered anti-smoking messages. Athlete preparation, the presentation format, and feedback and evaluation methods are discussed. (JN)
Descriptors: Adolescents, Athletes, Educational Media, Feedback, Health Education, Intermediate Grades, Program Evaluation, Role Models, Smoking, Teaching Methods, Volunteers
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: N/A
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Language: English
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Authoring Institution: N/A
Identifiers: Wisconsin