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- 6th - 12th
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Students create concept maps exploring causes of drug abuse that, in Siberia and around the world, often lead to the contraction of H.I.V., and develop solutions papers. Full Review »
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- 9th - 10th
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Students examine data from animal experiments. They watch a Web site mini-documentary to explore how drugs cause long-term changes in the brain. Full Review »
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- 6th - 12th
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Students share opinions about prescription drugs and prepare public service campaigns to inform peers and adults about the dangers of prescription drug abuse. Their ads also offer prevention techniques and possible methods of treatment. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students view an "In the Mix" video about drug abuse. They participate in a discussion about the video, distinguish several facts and myths about drug use, identify how drugs can affect people's lives and engage in role-playing the refusal of drugs. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students view a PBS "In the Mix" video about the use of steroids. They identify health risks, consider the emotional consequences of drug abuse and discuss the legal ramifications. They also research a variety of nutritional supplements. Full Review »
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- 7th - 12th
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Students work together to complete a crossword puzzle about drugs by locating needed information on the Internet. They use that information to design, produce and distribute a drug abuse brochure. Full Review »
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- 3rd - 5th
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Students create a drug abuse survey to evaluate their parents' knowledge of the current drug abuse problems in our country. They develop questions, vote on the top ten for the survey, and tally the anonymous results. This is the third lesson in the "Getting it Straight" lesson activities. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students evaluate the effectiveness of 'shock tactics' to discourage drug abuse. They view a video aboput the death of a 21-year-old heroin addict. In small groups they discuss the video and complete comment sheet. Full Review »
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- 6th - 8th
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Students, working in groups, articulate their research of adolescent drug use and its effects. They investigate the misuse and abuse of various types of drugs and create a PowerPoint and oral group presentation explaining basic facts about the drug they researched and its harmful effects on adolescents. Full Review »
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- 6th - 8th
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Students review information on drug abuse and types of drugs and then learn about alcohol and other drug abuse in a hands on activity. In addition, they learn about kinds of drugs and the effects of drug abuse on the body. Full Review »
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