Planning for material production

The learning objectives and the teaching methods used in the programme will influence the type of materials needed.¹ The programme presented in this package is largely based on participatory methods, as these are known to facilitate the learning process. The type of materials will depend on finances, and on the availability of duplicating equipment Costs will have to be calculated carefully: it is important that in countries where information materials are scarce in the community, print materials are given to students to take home, so that they can be shared with peers and family.

¹ Please refer to School Health Education to Prevent AIDS and STD and Comprehensive School Health Education

The following alternatives may help you in your decision-making:

Materials for students

· One set of Students’ Activities for each student, to be taken home to share with parents/siblings

· A set of Students’ Activities (one for each student in a class) to be kept at school and used by more than one class. Students will write answers on a piece of paper rather than in the booklet

· A set of Students’ Activities, one for each group of students (4 to 6) to be used in small groups

· A set of Students’ Activities for each teacher or school

· A booklet for each student with essential information, to take home

Materials for teachers

· A Teachers’ Guide with background information and instructions on students’ activities is provided for each teacher or for each school

· Flip charts (one for each student activity) are provided for each teacher or group of teachers

· A transparency of each student activity is provided for teachers where overhead projectors are available

Materials for parents/family members

· Please see section “Participation of parents/family members”