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MIDDLE 1 HEALTH EDUCATION CURRICULUM OBJECTIVES AT A GLANCE
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A. SKILLS FOR ADOLESCENCE
D. NUTRITION AND FITNESS
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meet objectives established in Skills for
Adolescence
B. PERSONAL AND COMMUNITY HEALTH
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distinguish among disease, health and wellness
practice health enhancing behaviours
explain and show an appreciation of the roles
and responsibilities of personal and consumer
health
evaluate the relationship between health and
wellness
analyze factors that influence health
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E. DISEASE PREVENTION AND
CONTROL
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C. SAFETY, FIRST AID AND INJURY
PREVENTION
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define first aid and the role of the first responder
list precautions to help prevent injuries
demonstrate basic procedures for treating
injuries
cite procedure for dealing with choking victims
identify household poisons and methods of
poison control
design safety precautions for home, school and
community
research related careers in emergency health
care
recognize the food groups
use the food guide pyramid to select
appropriate servings for a meal
assess nutrient content of their diets
select foods that will reduce risks of different
diseases
relate food intake to energy consumption
analyze their own calorie intake and daily
activity
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distinguish between communicable and noncommunicable (chronic) diseases
identify communicable diseases prevalent in
Bermuda
define ways in which disease is transmitted
and treated
identify immunizations given for birth to
adolescence
identify wellness practices which boost the
immune system
classify sexually transmitted diseases
including HIV, as communicable diseases
explain how communicable diseases can be
controlled and treated
describe appropriate procedures for visit to
health care professional
research implications for careers in health care
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MIDDLE 1 HEALTH EDUCATION CURRICULUM OBJECTIVES AT A GLANCE
PACING GUIDE
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F. FAMILY LIFE AND HUMAN SEXUALITY
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recognize sense of uniqueness and privacy
explain changes that occur during puberty
recognize effects of normal changes
describe the function and structure of the make
and female reproductive system
describe importance of female and male hygiene
describe how human life starts and the stages of
development
evaluate impact of mother’s behaviour during
pregnancy
describe the impacts of pregnancy
appreciate the roles of family members
explore physical traits in families
describe positive ways of showing affection
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MIDDLE 2 HEALTH EDUCATION CURRICULUM OBJECTIVES AT A GLANCE
PACING GUIDE
Objectives
A. SKILLS FOR ADOLESCENCE
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meet objectives established in Skills for
Adolescence
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C. SAFETY FIRST AID AND INJURY
PREVENTION
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B. PERSONAL AND COMMUNITY
HEALTH
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analyze resources and services in Bermuda
which meet the needs of all populations
select the best health care providers for
different situations
explain the difference between public, not for
profit and private health care services and
organizations
identify international, regional, national and
public health organizations and define their
respective roles
research related careers in health care
analyze the impact of pollutants on health
judge the effectiveness of environmental
controls
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be aware of one’s rights regarding personal
safety & privacy
recognize risky behaviours associated with
violence
cite defenses to use against personal attacks
Analyze methods of preventing violence in
the home, school, community
practise ways to avoid being harmed by other
people
demonstrate how to access resources for help
and support in a hazardous situation
D. NUTRITION AND FITNESS
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make healthful, fast food/snack choices
explain what factors influence what foods
people eat
recognize signs of eating disorders
evaluate safety risks when making food
choices
identify food/diet related careers
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MIDDLE 2 HEALTH EDUCATION CURRICULUM OBJECTIVES AT A GLANCE
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E. DISEASE PREVENTION AND CONTROL
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identify common chronic diseases found in
Bermuda
identify the causes and treatment of common
chronic diseases
evaluate strategies for risk reduction
determine the dietary needs of persons with
chronic diseases
classify sexually transmitted diseases (STD) as
communicable diseases
identify sources, symptoms and treatment of
common sexually transmitted diseases,
including HIV/AIDS
evaluate methods of reducing risks of STD’s
analyze risk factors in spread of sexually
transmitted diseases including HIV
explain the effect of HIV on the immune
system
analyze Bermuda’s statistics on STD’s,
including HIV
discuss ways of showing compassion to
persons with HIV/AIDS
identify local resources that deal with chronic
and sexually transmitted diseases
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G. TOBACCO, ALCOHOL AND OTHER
DRUGS
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F. MENTAL HEALTH
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demonstrate applications of decision making
model
express feelings appropriately
set realistic goals
distinguish between eustress and distress
recognise stages of stress management skills
recognise the cause of grief
identify symptoms of depression
explain how to access support and help for
depression and grief
distinguish between responsible drug use,
drug misuse and drug abuse
cite the methods by which drugs enter the
body
analyze the factors that determine the impact
of drugs on the body
differentiate between prescription drugs and
over-the-counter drugs
analyze the labels of prescription drugs and
over-the-counter drugs
identify physical, social and mental effects of
alcohol and tobacco abuse
practise techniques of refusing alcohol and
tobacco
cite resources for problems related to tobacco,
alcohol and other drugs
research implications for addictions related
careers
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MIDDLE 3 HEALTH EDUCATION CURRICULUM OBJECTIVES AT A GLANCE
PACING GUIDE
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A. SKILLS FOR ADOLESCENCE
D. NUTRITION AND FITNESS
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meet objectives established in Skills For
Adolescence (See MDL1A and MDL2A)
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B. PERSONAL AND COMMUNITY
HEALTH
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determine the impact of media and technology
on health habits of the community
recognize health related quackery
analyze the effect of advertisements on the
community
describe the steps health consumers need to
follow when complaining
appreciate the importance of health insurance
coverage
distinguish among resources for prevention,
intervention and treatment
describe procedure for choosing a health care
professional
research related careers in health care
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E. DISEASE PREVENTION AND
CONTROL
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C. FIRST AID, SAFETY, INJURY
PREVENTION
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recognize life threatening injuries
practise first steps to take during emergencies
demonstrate proper techniques for dealing with
choking and rescue breathing
identify types of wounds
demonstrate first aid for wounds
distinguish among types of burns
explain treatment of burns
practise rescue breathing
research related careers in emergency health
care
explain the function of nutrients
plan a balanced meal using the food pyramid
distinguish between healthful foods and foods
that should be limited
design a programme for maintaining a
satisfactory weight
implement a personal healthy eating plan
research careers in nutrition, health and fitness
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explain the concept of a non-communicable
disease concept
describe non-communicable diseases common
in Bermuda
identify the risk factors associated with the
development of non-communicable diseases
describe how non-communicable diseases are
diagnosed and treated
distinguish between healthful and unhealthful
lifestyle practices
explain how healthful lifestyles can reduce the
risk diseases
design a plan to develop a personal healthful
behaviour
identify community resources involved with
non-communicable diseases
research disease related careers in health care
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MIDDLE 3 HEALTH EDUCATION CURRICULUM OBJECTIVES AT A GLANCE
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F. SKILLS FOR ADOLESCENCE
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examine how friendships and relationships
develop and change
discuss methods of exploring friendships
appropriate for middle school students
examine choices people make during social
activities
identify criteria for acceptable behaviour during
a social activity
analyze the disadvantages of premature dating
demonstrate safe and healthful ways to express
affection
explain why abstinence is the most responsible
choice for adolescent behaviour
recognize issues surrounding sexual abuse and
rape
develop strategies to avoid situations which put
adolescents at risk of sexual abuse and serious
sexual assault
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G. TOBACCO, ALCOHOL AND OTHER
DRUGS
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distinguish between controlled drugs and
illegal drugs
outline physical, social and mental effects of
illegal and controlled drugs
recognize risky situations that can result in
drug abuse
explain the consequences of drug misuse,
abuse and drug dependence
practise resistance skills for saying ‘no’ to
drugs
develop personal plans to maintain a drug free
lifestyle
evaluate local resources, services and support
groups for problems related to drug abuse
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