Athletes Score a Hit with Kids in Grades Four through Eight.

McDermott, Robert J.; Marty, Phillip J.

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ERIC Number: EJ258764

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Publication Date: 1982-Feb

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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

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Wisconsin

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