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Peer reviewedSmith, Dennis W.; And Others – Journal of School Health, 1996
This study examined the effect of an innovative smoking prevention program, the "Giant Texas SmokeScream," on 512 middle school students' knowledge, perceptions, and behavioral intent about smoking. The data indicated that the program had no effect on students and provided a basis for discussion of "proinnovation bias." The…
Descriptors: Comprehensive School Health Education, Health Promotion, Intermediate Grades, Junior High School Students
Peer reviewedGingiss, Phyllis Levenson; Basen-Engquist, Karen – Journal of School Health, 1994
A statewide survey of secondary school teachers examined the scope of HIV education they provided and training needs they perceived. Questionnaire data indicated 75% taught HIV education. Most were self-trained, felt uncomfortable, wanted more training, and perceived others to be supportive. Middle school teachers faced the most barriers. (SM)
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Faculty Development, Health Education, High Schools
