We introduced a microfluidic paper-based analytical device ([mu]PAD) to undergraduates majoring in nutrition education using a modified acid-base titration on paper microzones. After designing experiments for sample analysis using micro acid-base titration, students fabricated the devices and implement the experiment as designed. Then they…

The view of the authors is that the teaching of food in the school curriculum has varied throughout its history in order to meet political aims rather than educational ones. In this article they highlight the social and political changes that have influenced the teaching of food from its inception in the mid-1840s through to the present day. They…

Although the primary focus of physical educators is to increase students' physical activity levels and their knowledge about the importance of movement, they also have the opportunity to affect students' overall wellness by teaching nutrition and how healthy eating contributes to overall health and weight management. Nutrition concepts…

Objective: To assess quantity and quality of nutrition and food safety information in science textbooks prescribed by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), India for grades I through X. Design: Content analysis. Methods: A coding scheme was developed for quantitative and qualitative analyses. Two investigators independently coded the…

Hands-on, inquiry-based, and relevant to every student's life, "Gourmet Lab" serves up a full menu of activities for science teachers of grades 6-12. This collection of 15 hands-on experiments--each of which includes a full set of both student and teacher pages--challenges students to take on the role of scientist and chef, as they boil,…

Discusses a study of high school students to determine their opinions about the importance of nutrition to good health. Found that many are concerned about weight and diet and that there is interest in courses on nutrition education. (JOW)

In a program designed to couple the awareness of the relationship between nutrition and physical activity, the principles of nutrition were tailored to individual athletes, and students were encouraged to develop a diet that adheres to U.S. Department of Agriculture guidelines as modified for body type, activity level, and sport. (JOW)

Nutrition knowledge tests were administered to 1,193 adolescents in Oregon prior to instructional units on nutrition in health and home economics classes. Mean scores on the tests were low. Guidelines for nutrition educators of adolescents are presented. (Author/CJB)

A nutrition education research study evaluated the teaching experience of health educators, previous training in nutrition, time spent on nutrition instruction, and student and teacher interests and attitudes in nutrition. Results show that, while health educators reach the largest proportion of students compared to teachers in other disciplines,…

Focuses on the need for teacher involvement and the means by which home economics teachers can become involved in the prevention of eating disorders. (JOW)

The citations in this annotated bibliography are of audiovisuals and books focusing on basic nutrition education for children in junior high and secondary schools. There are 233 citations derived from online searches of the AGRICOLA database. Information is provided on obtaining the materials. (JD)

This teacher's guide contains materials to be used in the study of fish and seafood and their contribution in the present and future to feeding the world's people. The guide's one unit provides an overview of the various uses of fish and seafood in various cuisines, their nutritional qualities, their various classifications and forms, and the…

Study describes the use of learning environment data to evaluate the effect of new curriculum at the formative stage of development. Results support the use of learning environment data as a diagnostic instrument in formative evaluation of curriculum development efforts. (Author/DS)

A significant increase in nutrition knowledge followed a short-term nutrition education series among junior high school students. Nutrition education should be instituted in early childhood rather than be delayed until adolescence. (JN)

Meal coupons; USDA plan caters to children's tastes; students run $2.5 million commissary operation. (Author)