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S Patterson1, B Cinelli, G Sankaran
1Dept. of Health, West Chester University, PA 19383, USA.
The Journal of School Health
|January 1, 1996
Summary
Elementary health educators utilize a wide range of competencies, with significant variation in usage based on academic background and experience. Improving teacher preparation is key for effective health education.
Area of Science:
- Health Education
- Teacher Training
- Educational Psychology
Background:
- A joint committee identified 5 instructional areas and 31 competencies for elementary health educators.
- These competencies are crucial for effective health instruction in schools.
Purpose of the Study:
- To survey practicing elementary educators on their usage and perceived importance of identified health competencies.
- To identify factors influencing the adoption of these health education competencies.
Main Methods:
- Survey of practicing elementary educators in southeastern Pennsylvania.
- Analysis of competency usage and perceived importance.
- Chi-square tests to examine relationships with academic degree and years of experience.
Main Results:
- Competency usage ranged from 33.5% to 98.6%.
- Assessing student needs and interests showed the highest mean competency usage.
- Significant relationships found between competency usage, academic degree, and years of experience.
Conclusions:
- There is variability in the application of health education competencies among elementary teachers.
- Teacher preparation programs should consider strategies to enhance competency development and application.
- Further research can inform curriculum development for elementary health education.
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