Teacher Help

Teacher Help:

1. The intended audience for this activity is middle school students.
2. Students will learn the causes, risk factors, treatments and prevention of obesity. They will also learn healthy diet and exercise tips to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle.
3. Students need to be able to follow hyperlinks and click on the correct article. They need a basic knowledge of healthy living and meal planning.
4. Students will need about 45 minutes to 1 hour of computer time to complete this web quest.
5. When grading, look for understanding of the cause of obesity and how to prevent it. Look for understanding of how to eat healthy and exercise properly. Students must show 30 minutes of exercise everyday, as well as a well balanced diet. The report should highlight the main causes, risk factors, treatments and preventions for childhood obesity. Their plans should be feasible and they should relate the concept to their own lifestyle.