Research on Effectiveness of Sex Education Programs.

Kirby, Douglas

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ERIC Number: EJ415814

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1989

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Research on Effectiveness of Sex Education Programs.

Kirby, Douglas

Theory into Practice, v28 n3 p165-71 Sum 1989

This article reviews the research on sexuality education programs. It examines the more significant studies that have evaluated the actual impact of those programs on various outcomes, including knowledge, attitudes, skills, and sexual behaviors. It finds that behavior is difficult to change and suggests specific approaches that appear promising. (IAH)

Descriptors: Adolescents, Educational Research, Educational Strategies, High Schools, Junior High Schools, Literature Reviews, Outcomes of Education, Program Effectiveness, Secondary Education, Sex Education, Sexuality, Student Attitudes, Student Behavior

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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Note: This theme issue contains 12 articles which focus on the topic of sexuality education.