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Nazeema Ahmed1, Alan J Flisher, Catherine Mathews
1Department of Psychiatry and Mental Health, University of Cape Town, E36A Groote Schuur Hospital, Observatory 7925, South Africa. ahmnaz002@yahoo.com
Health Education Research
|June 3, 2006
Summary
This study evaluated a teacher training program for sexuality education. While teachers gained confidence, applying new knowledge and methods in classrooms remains a challenge, indicating a need for ongoing support.
Area of Science:
- Education
- Public Health
- Sexuality Education
Background:
- Sexuality education is crucial for adolescents.
- Teacher training is essential for effective curriculum delivery.
- Existing programs may not fully equip teachers with practical classroom skills.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate a 6-day teacher training program for a Grade 8 sexuality curriculum.
- To assess the impact of training on teachers' knowledge, skills, and confidence.
- To identify challenges in transferring training to classroom practice.
Main Methods:
- Process evaluation of a 6-day teacher training program.
- Analysis of pre-training, post-training, and follow-up questionnaires.
- Inclusion of participant observation notes.
Main Results:
- Teachers reported increased confidence and comfort in teaching sexuality education.
- Significant challenges were observed in transferring sexual reproductive knowledge and facilitative methods to the classroom.
- The need for integrated human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) education in teacher training was highlighted.
Conclusions:
- Teacher training enhances confidence but requires further development for practical application.
- Ongoing support and engagement are necessary to foster effective sexuality education delivery.
- Integrating comprehensive HIV education into teacher training programs is recommended.