Health Education Teachers Research Articles

Hope during COVID-19: a poetic inquiry of early career academics

ABSTRACT The COVID-19 pandemic continues to cause global upheaval. It had a significant impact on the field of education, with multiple lockdowns changing the nature of teaching. This has been particularly challenging for early career academics (ECA) who already experience heightened stresses in the field of academia. This article explores the impact of COVID-19 on three ECAs who are Health, Outdoor and Physical Education (HOPE) teacher educators. Using poetic inquiry, this article explores our experiences of teaching experiential content in an online environment during an extended lockdown. Engaging in this process highlighted the personal and professional challenges we faced, including work-life balance, teaching online, and staying up to date with research and leadership commitments. It also highlighted significant opportunities, including affirming good pedagogy and building a sense of community. Ultimately, engaging in this process highlighted a sense of hope and provided an opportunity for the three authors to grow as educators.

Detection of Soil-transmitted Helminths and their Risk Factors in Some Local Government Primary Schools Sokoto, Nigeria

Background: Soil-transmitted helminths are among the neglected tropical disease parasites of humans and one of the major public health burdens in developing countries, particularly Sub-Saharan Africa. It is estimated that about 1.5 billion people are affected worldwide.
 Aims: The study was aimed to determine the prevalence and risk factors of Soil-transmitted helminths infection among primary school children.
 Study Design: This was a cross sectional, descriptive study.
 Place and Duration of Study: The study was conducted among primary school children within the age of 4-15 years old in Sokoto South, Wamakko, Yabo and Dange Shuni local government areas of Sokoto State from February 2021 to July 2021.
 Methodology: Faecal samples of 252 children were collected and analyzed using formol-ether concentration technique.
 Results: An overall prevalence of 6.0% was recorded. Differential prevalence of parasite species showed 6.7% Ascaris lumbricoide, and 93.3% hookworm infection. There was high prevalence among Males (7.2%) than Females (4.0%). The age group 10-12 has the high prevalence of 9.8%. The high prevalence of 9.5% was obtained in Yabo and Sokoto South respectively. Tap water and water closet users have the lowest prevalence of 5.3%. High prevalence of 33.3% was recorded among borehole users contaminated with soil.
 Conclusion: The total low prevalence of soil-transmitted helminths may be as a result of improved awareness of the Soil-transmitted helminths in the study area. The government, non-government agencies should help in the provision of social amenities to ensure the total eradication of these diseases. The teaching of health education in both private and public schools should be encouraged by the government.

The Fuzzy Delphi Techniques in the Design and Development of Health Education Assessment Module Constructs for the Implementation of Classroom Based Assessment

The researchers have identified a shortage in assessment methods for Health Education for lower primary students in the classroom. This puts pressure on teachers who teach Health Education. To ease the burden on teachers and save time, the researchers have developed a Health Education assessment module for classroom use. The module was designed using the Fuzzy Delphi method, where experts from various fields were consulted through a questionnaire (FDM 1) to reach a consensus on the construct of the module. The results showed that all the constructs and items met the criteria set by the Fuzzy Delphi method, including a threshold value less than 0.2, a consensus percentage greater than 75%, and an Alpha cut value greater than 0.5. These results indicate that the Health Education assessment module is acceptable and suitable for use in the classroom.

The Effect of Using (Microsoft Teams) to Teach the Physical and Health Education Teaching Methods Course on the Achievement of Al-Hussein Bin Talal University students and their Acquisition of Reflective Thinking Skills

Objectives: This study aimed to identify the effect of using the distance learning platform (Microsoft Times) to teach the physical and health education methods course on each of the study variables, namely: the achievement of Al-Hussein Bin Talal University students, and the students' acquisition of reflective thinking skills.
 Methods: The study used the quasi-experimental approach by selecting two divisions from the Physical and Health Education Teaching Methods course and distributing them randomly into two experimental and control groups. The study used an achievement test and a reflective thinking test.
 Result: In light of the statistical analysis, the results showed a statistically significant effect in the dimensional measurement of using the distance learning platform (Microsoft Teams) to teach the Physical and Health Education Teaching Methods course on the achievement and acquisition of reflective thinking skills by the students of Al-Hussein Bin Talal University, in favor of the students of the experimental group.
 Conclusions: In light of the results of the study, a number of recommendations were reached, the most important of which are: using the distance learning platform in university teaching and in other study courses.

The Effect of Using (Microsoft Teams) to Teach the Physical and Health Education Teaching Methods Course on the Achievement of Al-Hussein Bin Talal University students and their Acquisition of Reflective Thinking Skills

The Effect of Using (Microsoft Teams) to Teach the Physical and Health Education Teaching Methods Course on the Achievement of Al-Hussein Bin Talal University students and their Acquisition of Reflective Thinking Skills

We are Stronger Together: How a State’s HETE/PETE Programs Battle Fires as a Team

This article details how a team of university professors representing five PETE/HETE programs in Washington State work together for success. At a time when enrollment in higher education is down across the nation, it is crucial for university programs to work together to strengthen their programs to recruit and retain future health and physical education teachers.

An Investigation on the Personal Growth of Psychological Counselors in Colleges and Universities

University belongs to the important period of the formation of outlook on life and values, which has a great influence on human development, and also has a decisive influence on learning choice and career planning. Having a good mental state can lay a good foundation for daily life and learning, so we must improve the teaching of mental health. In the teaching of mental health education for college students, reasonable introduction of psychological consultation technology can achieve interpersonal interaction through communication and successfully complete the task of mental health education, so it is necessary to improve the quality of classroom teaching.

Improving adolescent health literacy through school-based health literacy intervention: a mixed-method study protocol

BackgroundHealth-promoting actions might benefit from adolescent health literacy (AHL), however, there is scant research on it in Nepal. This study identifies adolescent students’ health literacy (HL) needs and trials an intervention to improve their HL and intention to take health-promoting actions.MethodsThis study employs a pre-and post-test mixed-method intervention involving three phases. First, we will conduct a formative and summative evaluation to identify participants’ HL needs and design an intervention using quantitative and qualitative methods. Second, the intervention will be administered to the intervention group. Finally, formative and summative post-tests will be conducted to assess the effectiveness of the intervention. We will select four community schools from Birendranagar municipality based on random sampling. In quantitative research, data will be collected from adolescents selected through a census with standardized scales such as the HLS-Child-Q15, self-efficacy, social support, and health-promoting actions. A framework analysis was conducted to analyze qualitative data collected from focus group discussions with purposively chosen adolescents and key informant interviews with Health and Physical Education teachers and school nurses. The difference in difference approach will be used to analyze the intervention’s outcome, i.e., the participants’ improved HL, and health-promoting actions.DiscussionThis is one of the first studies to explore HL in this group in Nepal. This study will provide the first insights into the overall level of AHL, potential AHL determinants, and the relationship between AHL and the intention to participate in health-promoting activities. The data can then be used to inform health promotion and health literacy initiatives.

Developing and Evaluating a School-Based Tobacco and E-Cigarette Prevention Program for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Youth.

School-based programs are an important tobacco prevention tool. Yet, existing programs are not suitable for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing (DHH) youth. Moreover, little research has examined the use of the full range of tobacco products and related knowledge in this group. To address this gap and inform development of a school-based tobacco prevention program for this population, we conducted a pilot study among DHH middle school (MS) and high school (HS) students attending Schools for the Deaf and mainstream schools in California (n = 114). American Sign Language (ASL) administered surveys, before and after receipt of a draft curriculum delivered by health or physical education teachers, assessed product use and tobacco knowledge. Thirty-five percent of students reported exposure to tobacco products at home, including cigarettes (19%) and e-cigarettes (15%). Tobacco knowledge at baseline was limited; 35% of students knew e-cigarettes contain nicotine, and 56% were aware vaping is prohibited on school grounds. Current product use was reported by 16% of students, most commonly e-cigarettes (12%) and cigarettes (10%); overall, 7% of students reported dual use. Use was greater among HS versus MS students. Changes in student knowledge following program delivery included increased understanding of harmful chemicals in tobacco products, including nicotine in e-cigarettes. Post-program debriefings with teachers yielded specific recommendations for modifications to better meet the educational needs of DHH students. Findings based on student and teacher feedback will guide curriculum development and inform next steps in our program of research aimed to prevent tobacco use in this vulnerable and heretofore understudied population group.

Digital Readiness in Physical Education and Sports Health Learning: Study at Elementary School, Yogyakarta

Existing technological developments require all fields to be able to adjust to conditions in terms of technology. Several studies related to the use of technology during the COVID-19 pandemic in Indonesia show the unpreparedness of educators to adapt to emergency conditions that demand the use of online and hybrid learning, especially in PJOK subjects. Based on this, the researcher aims to determine the pattern of distance learning carried out by Physical Health and Sports Education teachers in elementary schools in Yogyakarta. Sequential explanatory design is used with quantitative and qualitative research approaches that are carried out sequentially. This research aims to analyze the need to develop learning media that can be used online, offline and in blended learning. The analysis of existing learning patterns shows that most teachers have met the standards of distance learning implementation. However, learning media development on certain materials still needs to be done to support each material delivery activity carried out by the teacher. The survey results show that most teachers still use teaching materials in print or electronic form and existing learning videos. The results of in-depth interviews indicate that there is still a need to develop learning media on athletic activities, self-defense, physical fitness development activities, gymnastics, rhythmic motion, water activities, personal safety, and a healthy lifestyle. With the results of this analysis, it is hoped that it can provide ideas and inspiration for further research in developing learning media, especially Physical Health and Sports Education in elementary schools so that educational goals towards the era of society 5.0 involve various technological developments can be achieved optimally both in emergency and normal conditions.

Japanese health and physical education teachers’ experiences teaching sexuality education at the high school level

Japanese health and physical education teachers’ experiences teaching sexuality education at the high school level

Application of artificial intelligence to the public health education.

With the global outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), public health has received unprecedented attention. The cultivation of emergency and compound professionals is the general trend through public health education. However, current public health education is limited to traditional teaching models that struggle to balance theory and practice. Fortunately, the development of artificial intelligence (AI) has entered the stage of intelligent cognition. The introduction of AI in education has opened a new era of computer-assisted education, which brought new possibilities for teaching and learning in public health education. AI-based on big data not only provides abundant resources for public health research and management but also brings convenience for students to obtain public health data and information, which is conducive to the construction of introductory professional courses for students. In this review, we elaborated on the current status and limitations of public health education, summarized the application of AI in public health practice, and further proposed a framework for how to integrate AI into public health education curriculum. With the rapid technological advancements, we believe that AI will revolutionize the education paradigm of public health and help respond to public health emergencies.

Digital learning designs in occupational therapy education: a scoping review

BackgroundDigital learning is a rapidly advancing method for teaching and learning in professional health education. Although various digital learning designs have been tried in OT education, studies on digital learning designs are still limited.MethodsWe conducted a scoping study that aimed to identify the digital learning designs used in occupational therapy (OT) education and review the effectiveness, learner perceptions, clinical skills integrated, and technology-based learning strategies used to facilitate learning. Four databases were searched using subheadings and terms relating to digital learning, occupational therapy, and education. The included studies were mapped according to the types of digital learning design, subjects, key clinical skills, and outcomes.ResultsTwenty-two studies were included in this review, most of which were qualitative, observational, or mixed studies of the two designs. The digital learning designs identified in OT education were flipped, blended, hybrid, and distance learning, including e-learning and massive open online courses (MOOC). Among the components of clinical skills, professional reasoning and procedural knowledge were the most integrated into digital learning, and covered various OT subjects. Digital learning designs were reported to be equivalent to or more effective than the traditional face-to-face (F2F) class in learning outcomes of knowledge and skill acquisition, enhancing learning participation, reflection, and collaboration between learners. Various technologies have been used to promote synchronous or asynchronous active learning, providing learning strategies such as thinking, reflection, discussion, peer learning-group activity, and gamifying online learning.ConclusionsIn OT digital learning, appropriate learning subjects, the arrangement of clinical skill components that can be well integrated into digital learning, and the selection of appropriate technologies for effective learning are important. The results should be confirmed within an experimental study design.

The Top 10 Things a Beginning Health and Physical Education Teacher Needs to Know

Beginning and experienced teachers were surveyed on the most important things a beginning health and physical education teacher (HPE) needs to know. The results showed a range of broad topics that affect early career teachers as they are inducted in to the teaching field. Some of the responses are more prescient and relate to current events and others relate to the new generation of teachers in the field. And some responses seem to address important aspects of teaching that are consistent with what we know about HPE curriculum and pedagogy and that continue to need strengthening in the ever-evolving landscape of education. The “top 10” list ranges from personal well-being to strategies for instruction and appropriate practices. Additionally, more current issues being addressed in schools such as the focus on relationships and culturally responsive teaching are reflected in the list. Finally, classroom management rose to the top and is reflective of something many teachers struggle with early in their careers

Vaspitnoobrazovna efikasnost i najčešći remetilački faktori nastave fizičkog i zdravstvenog vaspitanja i obrazovanja u starijim razredima osnovne škole

Vaspitnoobrazovna efikasnost i najčešći remetilački faktori nastave fizičkog i zdravstvenog vaspitanja i obrazovanja u starijim razredima osnovne škole

健康教育“跨学科”教学的内容与途径研究

健康教育“跨学科”教学的内容与途径研究

Development of oral health program on knowledge and oral health literacy among students and families

Abstract Aim: To develop a program on oral health literacy (OHL) and enhance oral health knowledge. Materials and Methods: The action research was designed to develop a learning program by 14 teachers and three dentists to implement for 180 high school students in grades 7 and 10, and 120 of their guardians. Random assignment was used to allocate three schools from regions. The data were collected by 54 items related to OHL with Cronbach α = 0.98 and the OH knowledge test of 36 items with reliability 0.65–0.78. The data were analyzed by t test and multivariate analysis of variance. Results: 1) The teachers understood the role of being health education teachers which was related to the subject called OHL, 2) the teachers were granted an OH learning management program to be applied to health education subject for a semester, and 3) after the implement of the program integrated health education subject, it is found that the students had the OHL level as quite high, but lower than their guardians with mean 162.18 (SD = 22.97), and mean 167.42 (SD = 26.72), respectively. The results show that the guardians had significantly more OHL than students (t = 5.106, P = 0.025), and there was OH knowledge no different between students and their guardians. Students and guardians with few OH problems had higher OHL too (P < 0.05). Conclusion: All participants had better OHL and knowledge. OHL management program will promote smart healthy students and families.

Team-based learning in remote teaching of health promotion and education at Medical School

Resumo: Introdução: A Aprendizagem Baseada em Equipes (ABE) é um método muito utilizado no ensino da promoção de saúde, pois instiga o exercício de habilidades como a liderança, o trabalho em equipe e a tomada de decisões. Com a pandemia da Covid-19, houve a necessidade de adaptar o ensino médico para o âmbito remoto. Assim, o objetivo deste artigo é descrever a experiência de adaptação de um componente curricular de Saúde Coletiva ao ambiente on-line, mantendo a ABE como método de ensino-aprendizagem da promoção de saúde, mesmo em tempos de pandemia. Relato de experiência: A aplicação do método foi feita por meio de videoconferências e de uma plataforma com recursos para a aplicação dos testes conforme o formato da ABE. Com os encontros, os estudantes desenvolveram competências essenciais à promoção da saúde, como salutogênese, metáforas da enfermidade na experiência do adoecimento, prevenção de agravos e educação em saúde. Discussão: A ABE consegue desenvolver no estudante habilidades como o trabalho em equipe, a liderança e o diálogo. Essas competências são preconizadas pelas Diretrizes Curriculares Nacionais durante a formação médica, além de serem essenciais na prática da promoção da saúde. Além disso, nota-se que o componente curricular promoveu uma construção salutogênica das capacidades dos alunos, desenvolvendo habilidades a partir das potencialidades dos estudantes, tal como em um grupo operativo. Ademais, a aplicação da ABE permitiu a continuidade do ensino de qualidade da promoção de saúde, mesmo em ambiente remoto, tendo em vista que essa metodologia estimula a aprendizagem ativa e oferece a possibilidade de aplicar os conhecimentos obtidos em situações práticas. As principais limitações da experiência foram as dificuldades de acesso às plataformas de ensino remoto, as restrições à comunicação não verbal e o controle sobre o acesso a materiais de consulta durante a execução de cada etapa. Conclusão: A adaptação da ABE ao ambiente remoto estimulou a prática de habilidades comunicativas e de argumentação que são essenciais à facilitação de grupos operativos na comunidade e permitiu que os estudantes aplicassem os conceitos aprendidos em situações práticas, apesar do ambiente remoto de ensino.

Survey on the Awareness of Menstruation and Menstruation-Related Problems in Athletes among Public High School Physical Education Teachers.

In recent years, the activities of female athletes have attracted increasing attention, especially regarding the effect of menstruation on athletic performance. Nevertheless, there are no surveys of these practices among coaches who train non-top-level athletes for general competition. This study aimed to investigate how high school physical education teachers approach the issue of menstruation and the awareness of menstruation-related problems. This was a questionnaire-based cross-sectional study. The participants were 225 health and physical education teachers from 50 public high schools in the Aomori Prefecture. Participants were asked to answer a questionnaire regarding whether they talk to their female athletes about menstruation, keep track of their menstrual status, or make adjustments for menstruating students. Additionally, we asked for their views on painkiller use and their knowledge of menstruation. The participants included 183 men (81.3%) and 42 women (18.7%); data from 221 participants were analyzed after four teachers were excluded. Teachers of female athletes who communicated with students regarding their menstrual conditions and physical changes were predominantly female (p < 0.01). Regarding the use of painkillers for menstrual pain, more than 70% of respondents said that they recommended their active use. Few respondents reported that they would adjust a game because of athletes with menstrual problems. More than 90% of the respondents knew that there was a change in performance due to the menstrual cycle, and 57% of the respondents understood the relationship between amenorrhea and osteoporosis. Menstruation-related problems are not only issues for top athletes but also important for general competition level athletes. Hence, even in high school clubs, teachers should be educated on how to deal with menstruation-related problems to prevent withdrawal from sports, maximize athletes' abilities, prevent future diseases, and preserve fertility.

Research on Teaching Mode Reform and Innovation in our School—Breakthrough and Innovation: Health and Physical Education Teaching Mode Reform and Discussion

From 2020, the physical level of Chinese college students will be affected to a certain extent. For physical education, students learn through online teaching for a long time and lack exercise, so the physical health of most students will be affected. Through the investigation and research of the current situation of physical education teaching in our school, this paper finds the following deficiencies in teaching: (1) the teaching objectives are not clear (2) the teaching content does not meet the needs of students (3) the teaching method is not flexible (4) the teaching evaluation is not comprehensive. According to these problems, combined with the sports resources of our school, with "health first" as the guiding ideology, the construction of health physical education teaching mode in our school is explored, which provides the theoretical basis and development direction for the reform of health physical education teaching mode in our school.