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ERIC Number: EJ748564
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2006-Dec
Pages: 7
Abstractor: Author
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ISSN: ISSN-0047-2891
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"Body Morph": Feasibility Testing of an Interactive CD-ROM to Teach Young Adolescents about Puberty
Cousineau, Tara M.; Franko, Debra L.; Green, Traci C.; Watt, Meredith; Rancourt, Diana
Journal of Youth and Adolescence, v35 n6 p1015-1021 Dec 2006
The aim of this pilot study was to examine the feasibility of an interactive computer program among 34 sixth and seventh grade children and to assess the potential for knowledge acquisition about puberty. Based on a developmental self-esteem approach to teach children about their bodies, the "Body Morph" program was designed to maximize the educational experience by: (1) tailoring puberty information to boys or girls, and (2) creating a confidential experience. Preliminary results indicated that students significantly improved their knowledge about puberty after using the program. Satisfaction among boys and girls for this type of educational approach suggests that it is a compelling format from which to learn about puberty.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Grade 6; Grade 7
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Language: English
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