Week 1 Nutrition Education

Question 1

Define Nutrition Education

Answer 1

Teaching the science of nutrition to an individual or group. The focus is not solely knowledge but rather supporting long term behaviour change. Must adopt an evidence based and theory driven approach.

Question 2

Program Planning is important because?

Answer 2

Because it brings out the desired change to the health problem and the target group

Question 3

What are the 7 Keys of the Nutririon Educafion Process Model?

Answer 3

Key 1 Know you’re audience conduct a thorough needs assessment
Key 2 Determine Educational Approach
Key 3 Designe Theory Based Interventions
Key 4 Establish Goals and Objectives
Key 5 Provide Instruction Planning and Incorporate Learning Strategies
Key 6 Develop Appealing and Informative Mass Media Materials
Key 7 Conduct Evaluations