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A Technology-Based Peer Education Intervention: Results from a Sexual Health Textline Feasibility Study

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Title: A Technology-Based Peer Education Intervention: Results from a Sexual Health Textline Feasibility Study
Language: English
Authors: O'Malley, Teagen L., Horowitz, Katie Rose, Garth, José, Mair, Christina, Burke, Jessica G.
Source: American Journal of Sexuality Education. 2017 12(4):383-394.
Availability: Routledge. Available from: Taylor & Francis, Ltd. 530 Walnut Street Suite 850, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Tel: 800-354-1420; Tel: 215-625-8900; Fax: 215-207-0050; Web site: http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 12
Publication Date: 2017
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Education Level: High Schools
Descriptors: Sex Education, Sexuality, Technology Uses in Education, Educational Technology, Handheld Devices, Telecommunications, Peer Teaching, Teaching Methods, Pregnancy, Prevention, School Community Programs, Training, High School Students, Program Effectiveness, Access to Information, Computer Software, Observation, Audio Equipment, Radio, Feasibility Studies
Geographic Terms: Pennsylvania
DOI: 10.1080/15546128.2017.1372831
ISSN: 1554-6128
Abstract: Sexuality health education is moving beyond the classroom, with technology expanding youth access to sexual health information. While text message services are increasingly being used to provide information, a peer education approach has yet to be incorporated. Results from this feasibility study support a sexual health textline (IOTAS), incorporating teens asking and answering questions. Our findings suggest IOTAS fills a gap for sexual health information, and the technology-based approach offers peer educators an opportunity to expand their knowledge of healthy sexual behaviors and educate an extended peer network. Further work to refine IOTAS will enable dissemination of the intervention model.
Abstractor: As Provided
Number of References: 18
Entry Date: 2018
Accession Number: EJ1167792
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:Sexuality health education is moving beyond the classroom, with technology expanding youth access to sexual health information. While text message services are increasingly being used to provide information, a peer education approach has yet to be incorporated. Results from this feasibility study support a sexual health textline (IOTAS), incorporating teens asking and answering questions. Our findings suggest IOTAS fills a gap for sexual health information, and the technology-based approach offers peer educators an opportunity to expand their knowledge of healthy sexual behaviors and educate an extended peer network. Further work to refine IOTAS will enable dissemination of the intervention model.
ISSN:1554-6128
DOI:10.1080/15546128.2017.1372831