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Mahopac 148
Shopping Information Homework
l.Tell students that knowing the facts about protection is important.
It takes more than knowing to avoid pregnancy and STD--it takes
action. Hand out two copies of the Shopping Information Form
(Homework 7.1) to each student and introduce the assignment.
Explain that they do not have to buy condoms, foam or sponges,
but they do need to go to two stores to get prices and descriptions
of these items. The homework assignment, due in a later class,
gives students -the experience of preparing to obtain protection.
2. Tell students to fill in all information for three kinds of condoms,
one type of foam and one type of sponge. The brand name is the
maker of the product. For condoms, also indicate whether the
product is lubricated, has nonoxynol-9, and has a reservoir or
plain tip. After students leave the store, they should complete
items 3 and 4 to indicate how comfortable they were there and
whether they would recommend the store to a friend. Put down
the store's hours, too, because it may be important to know where
to get protection at some odd hours.
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Lesson Summary
Conclude this lesson by stating that there are different methods of
protection, each with its own characteristics, disadvantages and advantages.
Except for abstinence, there is no 100 percent safe and effective
method. Certain methods that are used to prevent pregnancy still
require the use of condoms and foam to prevent STD. In the next lesson,
Class 8, students will receive specific information on a number of ways
to protect against HIV.
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