HIV/AIDS education in Indiana public schools, grades 7-12.
Indiana secondary school principals were surveyed regarding HIV/AIDS education status in their schools. A questionnaire from the Centers for Disease Control was evaluated then modified for the survey. More than 520 school principals responded to the questionnaire mailed to all 680 school principals, grades 7-12, in Indiana. Most schools offer some form of HIV/AIDS education in grades 7-12. HIV education was taught by teachers with different educational backgrounds and school roles. Almost 60% of school principals believe students are at risk for HIV infection. Tests of statistical significance were conducted with regard to principals' opinions and actual practice of HIV/AIDS education in schools. Most schools have responded to the need for HIV/AIDS education, but with a variety of formats, teaching personnel, and teacher training.
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Dept. of Applied Health Science, Indiana University, Bloomington 47405.
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D000163:Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome / Q000517:prevention & control; D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D002487:Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S.; D003479:Curriculum; D005260:Female; D015658:HIV Infections / Q000517:prevention & control; D006266:Health Education / Q000458:organization & administration*; D006801:Humans; D007196:Indiana; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D012574:Schools; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires; D014481:United States; D000078329:Workforce