An evaluation of a classroom science intervention ...
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| Title | An evaluation of a classroom science intervention designed to extend the bicycle helmet safety message |
| Author(s) | M. McPherson, P. Marsh, W. Montelpare, C. Van Barneveld, C. Zerpa |
| Journal | American Journal of Health Education |
| Date | 2009 |
| Volume | 40 |
| Issue | 2 |
| Start page | 71 |
| End page | 79 |
| Abstract | Background: Wizards of Motion is a program of curriculum delivery through which experts in Kinesiology introduce grade 7 students to applications of physics for human movement. The program is linked closely to Ministry of Education curriculum requirements but includes human movement applications and data analysis experiences. Purpose: The purpose of this study was to evaluate students' head safety knowledge and attitudes toward helmet use after participating in the program. Methods: Data were collected from five grade 7 classrooms. Two classrooms (n = 37) receiving the program, while three classrooms, (n = 37) formed the control group (no intervention). Results on the Knowledge Test, and the Student Helmet Use Questionnaire were compared between intervention and control students. Results: A significant pre-post change in level of knowledge scores was observed in the intervention group. Likewise, intervention group students showed a significant increase in their intention to wear a helmet in future. Discussion: The successful program delivery illustrated the usefulness of linking public health promotion to standard classroom curriculum. Translation to Health Education Practice: This program exemplified the fundamental elements of knowledge translation and knowledge development, and is therefore recommended as a positive approach to delivering the public health message of helmet use for head safety. (Contains 3 tables and 1 figure.) |
| ISSN | 1932-5037 |
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