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- Level Foundation
- Duration 9 hours
- Course by University of Colorado System
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In this course you will find a comprehensive overlook of healthy practices in public schools in the USA, including: physical activity and nutrition in the school setting. We will review the basics of some of the regulatory programs found in the United States that support healthy students through nutrition education and nutrition programs. You will be able to explain some of the nutritional components such as, alternatives to the use of Sugar-Sweetened Beverages. Many of these principles can be applied to students in schools throughout the globe. You will understand how the schools can support physical activity throughout the day and how they can effectively offer physical education. Learners will be able to explain MVPA, or moderate to vigorous physical activity. They will identify this as the newest method for measuring and evaluating what counts as physical activity in terms of METs. Participants in the course will be able to explain the science behind the recommended "60 minutes of Physical Activity" and what counts toward MVPA both during and outside of the school day. Learners will be able to evaluate and explain how what students eat and how they exercise impacts student success. We will provide you with information to help you to promote the teamwork that it takes to implement successful nutritional and physical activity programs. Our discussion will include where to find and how to develop community support and encourage family participation. Later in the course you will understand how attendance impacts student success. Together we will look at real-life examples of programs in a school setting and this will help you to recognize what impact you can have on improving the health and success of students in your own community.
Modules
Healthy Practices: Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Community and Family Participation
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- Healthy Practices: Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Community and Family Participation
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- About Us: School Health for Children and Adolescents Specialization at CU Anschutz
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School Nutrition
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- School Nutrition
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- School Nutrition
Science of Nutrition Standards
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- Science of Nutrition Standards
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- Science of Nutrition Standards
National School Lunch Program (NSLP) Standards
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- NSLP Standards
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- NSLP Standards
Positive Nutrition Environment
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- Positive Nutrition Environment
School Nutrition Assessment
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1
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- School Nutrition Assessment
Physical Activity
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- Physical Activity
60 Minutes of Activity
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- 60 Minutes of Activity
Benefits of Physical Activity
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- Benefits of Physical Activity
Crafting a Plan
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- Crafting a Plan
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- Crafting a Plan
Physical Activity Assessment
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- Physical Activity Assessment
The Community Perspective for Physical Activity and Nutrition
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- The Community Perspective for Physical Activity and Nutrition
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- The Community Perspective for Physical Activity and Nutrition
The Home Perspective for Physical Activity and Nutrition
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- The Home Perspective for Physical Activity and Nutrition
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- The Home Perspective for Physical Activity and Nutrition
The Facts About Attendance
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- The Facts About Attendance
Improving Attendance: Tiers 1, 2, and 3
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- Tiers 1 and 2
- Tier 3
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- Improving Attendance: Tiers 1, 2, and 3
Home, Community, and Attendance Assessment
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- Home, Community, and Attendance Assessment
Healthy Eating and Living in Action
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3
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- Camp Champions for Life
- Bikes for Life
- Cooking Matters
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- Camp Champions for Life
- Bikes for Life
- Cooking Matters
School and Community Partnerships
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- School and Community Partnerships
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- Transforming Community Health
Healthy Eating and Living in Action Assessment
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- Healthy Eating and Living in Action Assessment
Auto Summary
Discover the essentials of promoting health in public schools with this comprehensive course on nutrition, physical activity, and community participation. Ideal for those in the health and fitness domain, this foundation-level course, led by Coursera, spans 540 minutes of engaging content. Learn about regulatory programs, the science behind physical activity guidelines, and effective strategies for student success. Subscription options include a Starter plan. Perfect for educators, school administrators, and health professionals aiming to foster healthier school environments.
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