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Middle Phase - Secondary

	Middle Phase of Learning (Years 8 - 9)
Knowledge	Students will know: Physical, emotional, mental and social changes associated with puberty Long and short term, positive and negative consequences of actions / behaviours on health How factors (such as beliefs, family, peers, economy, environment, media) influence their own and others' health choices and in turn health status How social factors, such as unemployment, cause disadvantage and have a negative impact on their own and others' health and wellbeing Actions that can be taken to support the promotion of health/prevention of illness for themselves and others Procedures and actions to prevent harm/injury How to initiate and sustain positive relationships and how to communicate assertively in pressure situations
Skills	Students will be able to: Improve performance and make the most of abilities in physical activity through goal setting, personal reinforcement and working with others for feedback and support Respond to challenging or risky situations with personal or group actions, behaviours or strategies to protect health and safety Report accurately and set goals to improve their own strengths and weaknesses in relation to health-related behaviours Communicate effectively with people in less familiar contexts Demonstrate relationship and group management skills to support self and others Analyse decision making in familiar and less familiar situations, and explore the implications for their own and others' health needs and values
Attitudes and Values	Students will articulate: The value of relationships that promote health and positive self-esteem How personal values and external factors contribute to decision making, goal setting and stress management Their feelings in relation to advertising and media pressure Their plans to manage time, priorities and stress related to study, relationships, recreation and rest An increasing responsibility for their own health and the health of others A positive attitude to help-seeking for themselves and others Compassion toward people who face disadvantage and need help to promote health Feelings and plans to cope in challenging situations
Example Student Activities	Establish criteria to evaluate selection of products, services and programs that meet their health needs Analyse personal food consumption and possible changes for dietary improvements Explore the issues associated with changes (such as puberty and transition to secondary school) and the impact of these on lifestyle Develop skills for coping with personal feelings and changes in their lives Practise assertive behaviours to deal with harassment and peer pressure Further develop communication, listening and cooperative skills to enhance relationships Establish goals, values and methods of stress management Examine consequences of drug and alcohol misuse, risk taking, communicable diseases, exercising and food behaviours Participate in cooperative and competitive group and individual physical activities/ pursuits

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