Content Area: Health and Physical Education

 

Index: 2.2A Grade 8 CPI 2

 

Standard: 2.2 - Integrated Skills

 

Strand: A -   Communication 

 

Cumulative Progress Indicator: 2 -  The student will present health information using a multimedia approach, adapting the wording and delivery method for various topics and audiences.

 

Grade: 8

 

Sammple Activities:

 

·        REVIEWING PAMPHLETS - Divide the class into small groups, and distribute a number of health-related pamphlets to each group. Groups develop criteria to evaluate the pamphlets and compare three pamphlets on the same topic using their review criteria. Then each group selects the pamphlet that was most effective in getting its attention and provided the best information. Groups justify their answers as they present to the class. Review criteria should include the following:

PAMPHLET REVIEW CRITERIA
-        Target Audience

      -        General Presentation

      -        Illustrations/Graphics
-        Age Level

      -        Quality of Information

      -        Reading Level
-        Topic

      -        Current Information

      -        Believability of Information

Variation: Each group selects the least effective pamphlet, identifies specific problems with the pamphlet, and redesigns the pamphlet to make it effective.

Variation: Students collect and evaluate health-related pamphlets appropriate for middle school students and create a display in the health/guidance office.
 

·        CONDUCTING RESEARCH - Students (individually or in small groups) research a disease or health condition and develop a multi-media presentation. Each presentation is critiqued using a student-designed rating scale. The rating scale should include an evaluation of presentation skills and assess the accuracy of the information presented. Students rate the presenter’s use of supporting materials such as visuals and handouts, and the appropriate use of references and resources. The report should cover the history of the condition, current statistics and trends, signs and symptoms, and current treatment.

 

·        CREATING PEER TEACHING TOOLS - Discuss how middle school and high school students are role models for younger students. Divide the class into pairs to research one substance (e.g., marijuana, tobacco, alcohol) and develop a game, puzzle booklet, coloring book, or video for students in elementary grades. Assist students to adapt the information for the grade level assigned. Before actually visiting the younger students and sharing their knowledge, students plan and practice a presentation to an elementary class, using the materials they have developed.
 

·       DANGER: PERFORMANCE ENHANCERS - Students interview local athletes, coaches, or athletic trainers or write letters to professional athletes
for information about the use of performance-enhancing drugs in sports. Students research how these substances work and the short and long-term effects of the drugs and prepare and present a written and visual representation based on the research. Students outline ways to enhance athletic performance that do not involve the use of anabolic steroids and performance-enhancing substances.

Variation: Students investigate the use of banned substances in high school athletics, professional sports, NCAA sports, and Olympic competition. What substances are banned? Why? What are the potential long-term effects? Do the rules differ in various sports?