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Innovative Materials This section contains examples of innovative materials. In some instances, we offer reflections about their development and/or use. In others, we offer how-to steps. We have grouped this section into the following categories:
Asthma Glossary: Key Words in Plain Language A glossary to improve communication about asthma.
Plain Talk about Arthritis and Key Words A glossary to improve communication about arthritis.
Plain Talk about Lupus and Key Words A glossary to improve communication about lupus.
The Safe Living Guide: A Guide to Home Safety for Seniors. Health Canada, Division of Aging and Seniors, 1999. To download the entire publication, go to "Publications" under the Health Canada web site: www.hc-sc.gc.ca/seniors-aines. Creating Plain Language Forms for Seniors: A Guide for the Public, Private and Not-for-Profit Sector. Canadian Public Health Association, 1998. To purchase this publication, go to: www.nlhp.cpha.ca/publications.htm. Materials developed with and by program participants. Photonovels Click here for Rudd RE and Comings JP (1994). Learner developed materials: an empowering product, Health Education Quarterly, 21(3): 313-327. Examples [PDF
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Photovoice Photovoice Project (Slide Presentation) Materials reflecting specific or diverse cultural groups
Hair Care Tips for Sisters on the
Move: An example of
Diabetes Health Education for Latinos through Innovative Informational
Materials Reaching Out: A Guide to Communicating With
Aboriginal Seniors. Health Canada, Division of Aging and Seniors, 1998.
To download the entire publication, go to "Publications" under the Health Canada web site: www.hc-sc.gc.ca/seniors-aines. Windham Even Start Video This video documentary describes an Even Start Family Literacy Program located in Willimantic, CT and supported by federal and state grants. The makers were inspired to document what they believe is an exemplary approach to addressing socio-cultural, economic and linguistic needs of families and individuals in this region. We collected interviews from the professionals involved in the design and implementation of the programs that empower women and their families in parenting, child-care, and supplementary education for mothers such as GED and ESL programs. Structured play enhanced by literacy and motor skills development for infants are integrated into pre-school care and other areas that foster the health and well-being of children and their families. The most poignant aspects of this video were the testimonials of program participants. Their achievement and potential for continued effective involvement in their own and their children's future speak to the success of Event Start. The video provides a unique opportunity to witness the women's growing literacy and language skills contributing to increased confidence and efficacy with respect to their involvement in their own and their children's education and health care. Download now. (Right-click and choose "Save link as...") | |||
