Bright Spot: Motivating Adolescents with Technology to Choose Health (MATCH)
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This bright spot was originally published in the 100 Million Healthier Lives Change Library and is brought to you through partnership with 100 Million Healthier Lives and the Institute for Healthcare Improvement.
Overview
Detailed Description
MATCH is a teacher-developed interdisciplinary approach to student wellness combining physical activity, nutrition, and technology education. MATCH lessons are delivered over a 16-week period and are designed to parallel the seventh grade North Carolina Standard Course of study. Students are involved in activities and lessons across the curriculum to reinforce key concepts and develop a "knowledge base" resulting in behavior modification for successful management of weight control, disease prevention, and optimal health.
Expected Outcomes
Improved performance on End of Grade Reading, Math, Writing, and Computer Skills Test Successful management of weight control
Key Principles
Aligned with the North Carolina Standard Course of study
Cost Details
Training Student Workbooks
Key Steps for Implementation
Aligned with the North Carolina Standard Course of study
Partnerships
Variable depending upon the organization
Required Staffing (FTEs)
Variable depending on the organization
Training
Please contact MATCH for more information about training
Types of Staff
Physical Education Teacher Health Educator
Return on Investment Details
BlueCross BlueShield of North Carolina (BCBSNC) Public Schools of North Carolina East Carolina University
Outcome Measures
Improved health and fitness, Improved BMI, Improved goal setting skills
Process Measures
Fitness testing, Behavioral assessment, BMI calculations