ERIC Number: EJ792760
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2004
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Analysis of the American Cancer Society's Generation Fit Project
Peterson, Michael; Goodwin, Steve; Ellenberg, Deborah
American Journal of Health Education, v35 n3 p141-149 May-June 2004
This study examined the impact of the American Cancer Society's (ACS's) media based peer education program, Message Magic: Selling Healthy Eating and Physical Activity, on participant self-reported dietary and physical activity behaviors and advocacy skill development. High school students participating in the program were required to work as a team to examine advertising techniques and then develop a media-based message to be presented to peers. Results indicated that significant nutritional improvements in girls and physical activity improvements in boys were realized. The majority (76%) of participants expressed that their media messages had made a positive difference in their school and the program enhanced their advocacy skills. Students rated their experience in the program favorably. Findings suggest the ACS media-based program may be a viable option for a high school health curriculum. (Contains 3 tables.)
Descriptors: Advertising, Physical Activities, Health Promotion, Skill Development, Comprehensive School Health Education, Peer Teaching, Health Behavior, Eating Habits, Physical Activity Level, Dietetics, Advocacy, High School Students, Mass Media Effects, Nutrition, Gender Differences, Behavior Change
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: High Schools
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Language: English
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