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Philosophy of Health Education

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TERM – 1ST TERM

WEEK ONE

Class: Senior Secondary School 2

Age: 16 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: HEALTH EDUCATION

Topic: PHILOSOPHY OF HEALTH EDUCATION

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to

I.) Describe the Philosophy of health education

II.) Identify the aims and objectives health education.

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Identification, explanation, questions and answers, demonstration, videos from source

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Videos, loud speaker, textbook, pictures,

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1-2

PRESENTATION

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

STUDENT’S

ACTIVITY

STEP 1

INTRODUCTION

The teacher explains the Philosophy around health education to the students.

Students listens attentively to the teacher                                                                          

STEP 2

EXPLANATION

Teacher discuss the aim and objectives of health education.

Students exhibit attentiveness and active engagement

STEP 3

NOTE TAKING

The teacher writes a summarized

note on the board

The students

copy the note in

their books

 

NOTE

PHILOSOPHY OF HEALTH EDUCATION

The philosophy of health education encompasses the belief that everyone has the right to access knowledge and resources to make informed decisions about their health. It emphasizes empowerment, promoting holistic well-being, and fostering lifelong learning. This philosophy recognizes the interconnectedness of physical, mental, emotional, and social aspects of health, advocating for a comprehensive approach that addresses individual, community, and societal needs.

Aims and objectives of health education

The aims and objectives of health education typically revolve around empowering individuals and communities to make informed decisions that promote their well-being. Here are some common aims and objectives:

  1. To enhance individuals' understanding of health-related information, enabling them to critically evaluate it and make informed decisions about their health.
  2. To educate individuals about preventive measures, such as healthy lifestyle choices, vaccination, and early detection screenings, to reduce the risk of developing diseases and health conditions.
  3. To encourage the adoption of behaviors conducive to good health, such as regular exercise, balanced nutrition, stress management, and avoidance of harmful substances like tobacco and drugs.
  4. To equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to navigate various health-related situations effectively, including communication, decision-making, problem-solving, and goal-setting.
  5. To identify and address social, economic, and environmental factors that contribute to health inequities, advocating for policies and initiatives that promote health equity and accessibility to healthcare services.
  6. To engage communities in collective action to create supportive environments for health, fostering collaboration among individuals, families, schools, workplaces, healthcare providers, and policymakers.
  7. To encourage individuals to take ownership of their health and well-being by making positive choices and actively participating in health-promoting activities.

EVALUATION: 1. Discuss briefly the Philosophy of health education

  1. Mention 5 aims and objectives of health education.

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively