PDHPE
Search Site Reviews
Resource reviews are provided for teachers to support their teaching and learning programs.
The views expressed by reviewers are not necessarily those of the NSW Department of Education and Training. Copyright for reviews is held by the NSW Department
of Education and Training. Permission for reproduction of reviews in part or full for any purpose must be sought in writing. For further information contact
colleen.foley@det.nsw.edu.au
Sites are listed alphabetically by title. Those reviews which note links to other sites, especially as a major part of the site, will require additional exploration time by teachers to verify specific curriculum applications relevant to their classes. The USER LEVEL descriptor, Professional, is a pertinent reminder of such issues. Please note that changes happen daily on the Internet. Sites come and go. We cannot guarantee that the following sites are permanent or are structured as they were when they were reviewed.
ACHPER
AIS sports nutrition
Alphabetic list of specific diseases/disorders
ASC Olympic fact sheets
Asthma Victoria
Athletes against drugs - fit for life programs
Atlas of the body
Australian Department of Health and Aged Care
Australian Drug Foundation
The Australian Lions Drug Awareness Foundation
Australian Sports Drug Agency - home page
Better Health Channel
Cancer Council New South Wales
Centre for Education and Information on Drugs and Alcohol (ceida)
Children's Health Development Foundation home page
Circulatory system
Dating Violence Resource Center
Drugs online (DRUG-ARM)
EngenderHealth
Food and nutrition in local government
FPA Health
Go for your life
Headroom
Health/fitness
Healthy eating information web-centre
How do you measure up?
Itsallright.org
Make a noise project online
Mind tools - sports psychology
National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health clearinghouse welcome page
National Asthma Campaign, Australia
National Institutes of Health Osteoporosis and related bone diseases
National Rural Health Alliance
NSWHealth: Internet home
NSW Multicultural Health Communication Service
OnHealth: athletic injuries
Personal Best Program
Population Health Division homepage
Road safety information
Somazone
Sport: more than heroes and legends
Sports nutrition corner
Sportscoach - home page
STD Services: home page
The heart
The TrainingStationInc.com: animated exercise examples: over 100 exercises
Tobacco in Australia - facts and issues
Topics in sport- sport nutrition
USA gymnastics online
Welcome (Centre for Adolescent Health)
Welcome to Active Australia
Welcome to the National Heart Foundation of Australia
What sport do you want the advantage in?
What's your poison?
Women's health
World Anti-Doping Agency
ACHPER 
The Australian Council for Health, Physical Education and Recreation Inc. (ACHPER) has created a visually enticing Web site for those interested in gaining
insight into their range of services for members and interested onlookers. There is a strong emphasis on professional development, such as the courses
developed through State Associations. Of particular value to teachers is Bookshop, which profiles several resources for teachers and includes
links to a nationwide mailing list and the complete catalogue. ACHPER's membership base extends beyond teaching. The site also offers material and activities
which would best fit outside of traditional teaching interests, and may enhance opportunities for broadening one's range of experiences and opportunities. C.
Maher
USER LEVEL: Community Professional
KLA: PDHPE
KEYWORDS: Health; fitness; resources
SCIS SUBJECTS: Health; Physical fitness; Physical education
PUBLISHER: Australian Council for Health, Physical Education and Recreation Inc.
REVIEW DATE: 23/8/00
AIS sports nutrition
The
Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) sports nutrition web site delivers a world class nutrition service to AIS sports and national teams. It features a wide
range of resources to assist recreational and elite athletes, the general public, and students to stay up to date with the latest strategies in sports
nutrition. Some excellent inclusions in the site are Recipes, Research, Fact sheets,
Supplements, Information for school assignments and Links, which offers information from reputable
organisations. Although aspects of nutrition are covered in the PDHPE syllabus from Early Stage 1 through to Stage 6, this site would be most beneficial to
Stage 5 and Stage 6 students. It would be an excellent resource for investigating the critical question: How can nutrition affect performance? in HSC Core 2:
Factors affecting performance. K. McCulloch
USER LEVEL: Stage 5 Stage 6
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Nutrition; Sportspeople; Nutrition
PUBLISHER: Australian Sports Commission, Australia
REVIEW DATE: 14/06/05 [613.2] SCIS 1209491
Alphabetic list of specific
diseases/disorders
Information on a diverse array of diseases and disorders is accessible in this very comprehensive A to Z directory. It is the ideal starting point for any
research into illness and disease when studying the growth and development content strand of the Years 7-10 PDHPE syllabus. More advanced information can also
be easily accessed by senior secondary students and staff. In the alphabetical list, specific disorders and conditions are cross referenced to general category
headings, such as circulatory, cardiovascular, or musculoskeletal diseases, enhancing the helpfulness of the entry points for students. R. Lees
USER LEVEL: Stage 4 Stage 5 Stage 6 Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Diseases
KEYWORDS: Diseases; disorders; illness
PUBLISHER: Karolinska Institutet, Sweden
REVIEW DATE: 23/8/00
ASC Olympic fact sheets
Although print based, with few graphics, this site contains seventeen fact sheets, which adequately cover Olympic topics. These include: the history of ancient
and modern Olympics; the Olympic tradition; world politics; the changing role of women; technology; drug testing; nutrition; and the Paralympics. Charts allow
interesting comparisons to be made, for example between the medal tallies of men and women, although not all charts have a good print clarity. Selected fact
sheets could have relevance to the Sport and physical activity in Australian society and Sports medicine (eg. Sports science and the
Olympics) options in the PDHPE: Stage 6 syllabus (approved 1999). The extensive book list is not current, but there are links to other
Internet sites that teachers may like to investigate. S. Leslie
USER LEVEL: Stage 3 Stage 4 Stage 5 Stage 6 Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE K-6; PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Elective 9-10; PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Olympic games; Sports
KEYWORDS: Olympics; sports
PUBLISHER: Australian Sports Commission
REVIEW DATE: 23/8/00
Asthma Victoria
What is asthma?; Why do people get asthma?; What are the signs and symptoms of asthma?; What are the
triggers of asthma?; How do we treat asthma? are sections in About asthma at this easily navigated and useful site.
It offers a range of services to assist, educate and help Australians meet the challenge of living with asthma. Apart from basic information regarding the
disease itself there are many online fact sheets dealing with topics including: Management and action plans;Asthma and
allergy; House dust mite; Nebulisers; and Pets and asthma. Selected information on this site may be
relevant to the Preliminary option, First aid and HSC option, Sports medicine, in the PDHPE: Stage 6 syllabus (approved 1999). R.
Lees
USER LEVEL: Stage 5 Stage 6 Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Allergy; Asthma
KEYWORDS: Allergy; asthma
PUBLISHER: Asthma Victoria
REVIEW DATE: 23/8/00
Athletes against drugs - fit for life
programs
An American site, this promotes and encourages communities to address the growing issues of adolescent drug use. The benefit of this site is in the information
provided about processes needed to get communities and individuals to initiate personal action to avoid drug taking behaviours. The site is well presented and
easy to navigate. It could support a case study of community action to develop a health promotion initiative. It is relevant to the PDHPE: Stage 6
syllabus (approved 1999): Preliminary core 2, Better health for individuals; and HSC core 1, Health priorities in Australia, as it could
support students undertaking a comparative study of health promotion initiatives. C. Maher
USER LEVEL: Stage 5 Stage 6 Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Drugs and adolescents
KEYWORDS: Athletes; drugs; fit for life
PUBLISHER: Athletes Against Drugs, USA
REVIEW DATE: 28/8/00
Atlas of the
body
Everyday general health information and thorough information on anatomy is provided at this site. The circulatory, respiratory, digestive, nervous, skeletal,
muscular, and reproductive systems are detailed with the aid of high quality, clear, well labelled diagrams. Specific conditions deals with
topics on a large variety of diseases and conditions, and topics related specifically to men's, women's, adolescent, and children's health. Archived topics
include domestic violence and abuse; while some information is supportive of Child Protection issues, the contacts are American. General
health provides information on fitness basics, smoking cessation, and other medical news. Interactive health allows students to
examine personal health issues. The site is particularly relevant to the growth and development strand of the Years 7-10 PDHPE syllabus. R. Lees
USER LEVEL: Stage 4 Stage 5 Stage 6 Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Human anatomy; Diseases; Health; Public health
KEYWORDS: Anatomy; fitness; general health; health; human body
PUBLISHER: American Medical Association
REVIEW DATE: 23/8/00
Australian Department of Health and Aged
Care
The Australian Commonwealth Department of Health and Aged Care provides policy advice and implements government policies on public health, health care, health
care funding, and family services. Good health is promoted through this site by allowing access to key health and family services including: aged and community
care; family and children's services; disability programs; public health initiatives; Medicare; and health funding information. A very comprehensive range of
health related statistics and departmental publications dealing with all aspects of community health is available. This site is relevant to the HSC core topic,
Health priorities in Australia, and option topic, Equity and health in the PDHPE: Stage 6 syllabus (approved 1999). R. Lees
USER LEVEL: Stage 5 Stage 6 Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Public health
KEYWORDS: Australian; family; health
PUBLISHER: Australian Department of Health and Family Services
REVIEW DATE: 23/8/00
Australian Drug Foundation
Whilst largely addressing the needs of Victorian schools and communities, this Web site provides an easy to access source of information for teachers, parents,
and students. Specific pages are dedicated to addressing the needs of each of these groups, as well as drug workers. The professional development pages
drugEDnet in Teacher info are extensive, providing sound advice and the educational rationale for drug education within
schools. Information on the types of drugs commonly used and their physical and psychological affects on the body is provided in detail. The ADF
shop offers a wide range of posters, books, CD-ROMs and educational kits, which are available for sale to schools and the general public. C.
Maher
USER LEVEL: Stage 4 Stage 5 Stage 6 Community Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Drug abuse; Drugs - Study and teaching
KEYWORDS: Australian Drug Foundation; drugs; resources
PUBLISHER: Australian Drug Foundation
REVIEW DATE: 23/8/00
The Australian Lions Drug Awareness
Foundation
Issues in drug education are addressed from the perspective of parents and care givers on this useful site. Teachers in welfare positions who are discussing
drug related issues will also find information on this site valuable. It consists of a series of internal links to topics which include: Communication
is essential; Peer pressure; Parties; Parents as role models; Warning signs for kids and
drugs; and Identifying drugs and their symptoms. The identification and effects section is basic, and may need to be supplemented
with more detailed information. The site is simply written, although the authors are not acknowledged. It is entirely text based and easy to navigate. This is
a suitable starting point for its intended audience. D. Ward
USER LEVEL: Community Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SCIS SUBJECTS: Drugs and adolescents
KEYWORDS: Parents; drugs; adolescents
PUBLISHER: Australian Lions Drug Awareness Foundation
REVIEW DATE: 23/8/00
Australian Sports Drug Agency - home page
Providing advice and assistance on drugs in sport issues, this site is very helpful. Information includes reference to the implementation of the National
drugs in sport framework, and gives assistance for national sporting organisations to develop a drug testing and education policy. Its aim is to educate
athletes and coaches from the school level up to the elite level. Links leads to a range of other drugs in sport sites. These contain some
information that is pertinent to the HSC option 3, Sports medicine, in the PDHPE: Stage 6 syllabus (approved 1999), but time is required to
locate specific material. R. Lees
USER LEVEL: Stage 6 Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Drugs and sport
KEYWORDS: Australian; drugs; sport
PUBLISHER: Australian Sports Commission
REVIEW DATE: 23/8/00
Better Health Channel
A wide coverage of health information, relevant across Australia, is outlined within this site. There are 1768 Fact sheets A-Z, containing single page
information summaries relating to every conceivable health issue for PDHPE students. These are updated regularly. HSC students can elicit simple summaries, but
they will gain much more complex and deeper knowledge from the links supplied throughout, such as the description of the Ottawa Charter. A lack of graphics
will probably limit enthusiasm from the targeted audience, however, as a guided teaching tool for creating student directed learning techniques, this site
would be a useful resource. R. Cox
USER LEVEL: Stage 4 Stage 5 Stage 6 Community Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Diseases; Health; Physical fitness
PUBLISHER: Victoria. Department of Human Services, Australia
REVIEW DATE: 15/07/08 [613] SCIS 1100650
Cancer Council New South
Wales
Informative and well-written, this site is an excellent starting point for students researching cancer for the PDHPE Stage 6 Core: Health priorities
in Australia. Cancer answers and All about cancer contain extensive and contemporary data about the
various manifestations of cancer, and the latter pages have some very good graphics, for example, on breast cancer. Information depth and style is appropriate
for junior students researching smoking and cancer links. Schools, children and community has a very useful collection of resources and
information for teachers, including how to help students cope with cancer. Community and Family Studies students might find the site's comprehensive material
useful for the Individual research project. R. Cox
USER LEVEL: Stage 4 Stage 5 Stage 6
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Stage 6; Community & Family Studies Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Cancer
PUBLISHER: NSW Cancer Council, Australia
REVIEW DATE: 26/05/06 [616.99] SCIS 1031704
Centre for Education and Information on Drugs and Alcohol
(ceida)
The CEIDA web site offers a range of information relating to the more commonly used legal, illicit, and prescription medications available in our society. Fact
sheets relating to the commonly used drugs can be accessed via email. These discuss topics, such as: side effects; withdrawal; effects on pregnancy; and the
law. Ease of browsing is enhanced through the menu bar, which includes a highly informative interactive site on the effects of alcohol on the body. Access to
the CEIDA library is through the Web site, and it makes an extensive range of resources available for loan. This site strives to offer information on a level
appropriate to parents and adolescents alike. C. Maher
USER LEVEL: Stage 4 Stage 5 Stage 6 Community Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: Crossroads;PDHPE 7-10; PDHPEStage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Drug abuse; Drugs - Study and teaching; Smoking
KEYWORDS: CEIDA; drugs; resources
PUBLISHER: Centre for Information on Drugs and Alcohol, NSW Health Department
REVIEW DATE: 23/8/00
Children's Health Development Foundation home
page
Well constructed and presented, this Web site has been designed to address school and community issues relating to health and physical activity of school aged
students. Offering a global perspective, aspects considered include: children's access to a variety of healthy foods; the impact of fast foods; and the
increasing tendency of children and adults to lead inactive lifestyles. Useful information is available on: School canteens;
Children's nutrition; Children's physical activity; and Fit to lead (encouraging girls and women to
participate in physical activity). Many of these resources complement the national curriculum frameworks for health and physical education. C. Maher
USER LEVEL: Stage 2 Stage 3 Stage 4 Stage 5 Stage 6 Community Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE K-6; PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Stage 6
KEYWORDS: Canteens; health; fitness; Health promoting schools; physical activity; physical education
SCIS SUBJECTS: Physical education; Physical fitness; Children - Nutrition
PUBLISHER: Children's Health Development Foundation, South Australia
REVIEW DATE: 23/8/00
Circulatory system
As a source of information, the site is quite extensive, with various links to detail on the circulatory system components. Always aided by diagrams, the text
is often complex, but offered in this medium, the student is visually encouraged to proceed and the overall presentation provides good motivation for students.
Options in Back to the heart via Back to systems allow for further extension activities. These include: Resource
materials; exciting, creative Enrichment activities, which would be great for class/tutorial revision sessions; and a
Glossary. Easily navigated, the site is simplistic in its initial format, allowing effective use by younger searchers. V. Haworth
USER LEVEL: Stage 4 Stage 5 Stage 6 Professional
KLA: PDHPE; Science
SYLLABUS: PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Stage 6; Science Stages 4-5; Senior Science Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Blood - Circulation; Human biology; Physiology
KEYWORDS: Blood; heart; human body
PUBLISHER: Franklin Institute Science Museum, USA
REVIEW DATE: 23/8/00
Dating Violence Resource Center
Up to twenty percent of
teenage girls and young women have experienced some form of dating violence such as controlling, abusive, and aggressive behaviour. This site complements the
child protection curriculum and school anti harassment programs, by providing a range of useful information and materials for students and teachers. There is a
useful brochure with a questionnaire to help students identify dating violence, and a list of things students can do in that situation. Similar information is
provided on flirting and sexual harassment, letting students know how to respond effectively. A. Soutter
USER LEVEL: Stage 4 Stage 5 Stage 6 Community Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Bullying; Child protection; Dating (Social customs); Protective behaviours; Sexual harassment; Violence and non-violence
PUBLISHER: National Centre for Victims of Crime, USA
REVIEW DATE: 11/11/04 [362.88] SCIS 1175373
Drugs online (DRUG-ARM)
Drug Awareness and Relief Movement (DRUG-ARM) is a non-government, non-profit organisation committed to promoting a healthy lifestyle free from unnecessary
drugs. The internal links are strong. These range from testimonials from a range of sporting stars, with strong anti drug messages, to factual information
about the physical and psychological affects of drugs upon the body. Another useful link is an A to Z of drugs, which details methods of use
of the more common legal and illegal drugs in society, and the social, emotional, physical and legal implications of the use of such substances. This site is
relevant to students, parents, and teachers. The information and statistics are very applicable to the drug use section of the personal choice content strand
in the Years 7-10 PDHPE syllabus. It is also a valuable and informative resource for the PDHPE: Stage 6 syllabus (approved 1999) and
Crossroads. R. Lees, C. Maher
USER LEVEL: Stage 4 Stage 5 Stage 6 Community Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: Crossroads; PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Drug abuse; Drugs - Study and teaching
KEYWORDS: Alcohol; drugs; drug awareness; drug education; tobacco
PUBLISHER: Drug Awareness and Relief Movement/Education Queensland, Australia
REVIEW DATE: 23/8/00
EngenderHealth
The international perspective on sexual health issues provided by this site would be a valuable tool for students studying the Preliminary core 2, Better
health for individuals, and HSC option 5, Equity and health for the PDHPE: Stage 6 syllabus (approved 1999). The site contains
extensive information on sexually transmitted diseases and contraceptive methods. Other sections, including Men as partners, focus on emerging
issues in reproductive health. This site would be an excellent source of information for highlighting the socio-cultural view of reproductive health. J.
Atkin
USER LEVEL: Stage 5 Stage 6
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE 7-10;PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Birth control;Public health;Sexual health; Sexually transmitted diseases
KEYWORDS: Contraception; gender issues; health services; sexually transmitted diseases
PUBLISHER: EngenderHealth, USA
REVIEW DATE: 28/8/00
Food and nutrition in local
government
Students investigating the work of local governments in promoting health initiatives would find this site valuable. The site includes an outline of the
policies and processes to initiate nutrition programs, and Examples of council programs. There is background information on surveys conducted
on local government initiatives, and the National food review. Of most interest is the model Food system, which highlights
links between nutrition, socio-economic, and socio-cultural issues. This site offers good support for students investigating the Preliminary core 2, Better
health for individuals and HSC option 5, Equity and health in the PDHPE: Stage 6 syllabus (approved 1999). J. Atkin
USER LEVEL: Stage 6
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Health;Local government; Nutrition; Public health
KEYWORDS: Health; health promotion; local government; nutrition
PUBLISHER: University of Wollongong, Australia
AUTHOR: YEATMAN, Heather
REVIEW DATE: 28/8/00
FPA Health
An excellent and comprehensive
site, this resource contains a wealth of contemporary information on sexuality for mature students and teachers. Teachers can access a great variety of
resources from the site, to assist in developing programs. In Sex matters, students can access a large number of Fact sheets
on such things as contraception, reproductive health, abortion and sexually transmitted infections. The information is concise and clear. FAQ,
however, covers more sophisticated issues and responses in some blunt emailed questions, and teachers would need to be aware of this. Graphics are clear and
would aid in the understanding of relatively complex issues. R. Cox
USER LEVEL: Stage 6 Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Birth control; Sex
PUBLISHER: FPA Health, Australia
REVIEW DATE: 14/06/05 [363.9] SCIS 1206656
Go for your life
Straightforward and making good use of headings, this site has plenty of health information grouped into age related tabs such as Teenagers and Children and
families. Exploring Early Childhood students will find that the latter has useful information for early childhood on exercise and eating. Within each age
group, topics such as Healthy eating and Active living contain numerous articles related to that age range. Articles are well written and useful for student
researchers. Tip sheets are presented in five languages. Information on topics such as the benefits of Walking is not limited by the site's Victorian origin.
This is a fantastic site, presenting the latest information in an appropriate style for schools. Students and teachers of PDHPE will find this site useful in
many aspects of the syllabus. K. McCulloch
USER LEVEL: Stage 3 Stage 4 Stage 5 Stage 6 Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: Exploring Early Childhood CEC Stage 6; PDHPE K-6; PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Community life; Diets; Exercise; Food; Health education; Nutrition; Physical fitness; Social action; Voluntary
work
PUBLISHER: Victorian Govt., Australia
REVIEW DATE: 01/11/06 [613] SCIS 1233348
Headroom
Dedicated to Mental health, this South Australian site caters for teachers, teenagers, parents, children and health professionals. The
Cubby house, for children 6-12 years, has information on Bullying, Problem solving, and
Stress as well as some games. The lounge was written by young people and topics include Trauma and a new
Indigenous page, Nunga IT. The lounge's Food for thought discusses Sex: think about it, and within
Amigos, students can read about Handling conflict. Who's mowing the lawn? gives helpful comments on relevant
topics by high profile local figures. The Family room contains Emotional development, with links to excellent parenting
leaflets, and information on Raising responsible children within Parenting practices. Advice from doctors, teachers, health
and youth professionals can be found in The kitchen. This is a site well-worth visiting. A. Soutter
USER LEVEL: Stage 2 Stage 3 Stage 4 Stage 5 Stage 6 Community Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE K-6; PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Adolescents - Care and health; Child psychology; Children - Care and health; Mental health
PUBLISHER: Children, Youth and Women's Health Service, Australia
REVIEW DATE: 02/06/06 [362.20425] SCIS 1258623
Health/fitness
There is a wealth of information on this site, but time is required to locate specific information. Some sections, including Sports medicine,
and the Health library, will allow individuals to explore the latest trends in health for both males and females. Health care jobs, health
network resources for women, and encouraging empowerment over key health concerns underpin the intent of the many pages on this site. It could support the HSC
core 1, Health priorities in Australia in the PDHPE: Stage 6 syllabus (approved 1999) by allowing students to compare mortality/morbidity
rates and health promotion initiatives in Australia and America. M. Biron
USER LEVEL: Stage 6 Professional
KLA: PDHPE; VOC ED
SYLLABUS: PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Health; Sports medicine
KEY WORDS: Health; fitness
PUBLISHER: About.com, USA
REVIEW DATE: 28/8/00
Healthy eating information web-centre
As part of a program to provide up to date nutrition and food resources, and to identify the food and nutrition needs of at risk groups, this site is a joint
initiative of the Australian Nutrition Foundation (Victoria) and Monash University. As such, it caters to a wide range of people including children, students,
and health professionals. Relevant activities incorporate: calculating body mass; rating physical activity levels; checking food variety scores; and consulting
Food composition tables (in Students). A range of general, text, and visual information on nutrition is provided on this
attractive, well organised site, offering potential interactive learning experiences. J. Redfern
USER LEVEL: Stage 3 Stage 4 Stage 5 Stage 6 Professional
KLA: PDHPE; TAS
SYLLABUS: Food Technology 7-10; Food Technology Stage 6; PDHPE K-6; PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Stage 6
KEYWORDS: Healthy eating; nutrition
SCIS SUBJECTS: Food habits; Nutrition
PUBLISHER: Healthy Eating Healthy Living Program, Monash University, Australia
REVIEW DATE: 23/8/00
How do you measure
up?
ABSTRACT
In this new government campaign for better health, the website supports, and opens with, the television advertisement. The focus of the site is on the
technique of waist measurement and on achieving and maintaining a healthy weight. The campaign does not use BMI. The site's main areas include Why
measure up?, How do I measure myself? and Tips for getting active. These areas of the site support teaching and
learning about health in PDHPE. What should I be eating? also supports the study of eating well for good health in Food Technology syllabuses.
The resource has some quizzes, and interactive activities are planned. The site is not suitable for teaching the measurement of physical characteristics in
schools. It is most suitable for teaching senior students about healthy food, as the site is aimed at adults.
USER LEVEL: Stage 6 Community Professional
KLA: PDHPE; TAS
SYLLABUS: Food Technology 7-10; Food Technology Stage 6; PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Australian Better Health Initiative (Program);Health; Physical fitness
PUBLISHER: Dept. Health and Ageing, Australia
REVIEW DATE: 17/11/08 [613] SCIS 1390056
Itsallright.org
The dilemma of having a mental
illness or having a family member with mental illness is explored on this interesting and informative site. The site uses a fictional diary format to show four
young people touched by mental illness. The diaries are updated each week and cover many of the issues which face young people in this situation. The site has
useful fact sheets, information, and referral services on mental illnesses, including schizophrenia, depression, and anxiety disorders. Students can email
specific questions on mental illness to a confidential information service. The site is useful as part of the broad syllabus approach to mental health. A.
Soutter
USER LEVEL: Stage 4 Stage 5 Stage 6
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Adolescents; Psychiatric illness
PUBLISHER: SANE Australia
REVIEW DATE: 11/11/04 [362.2] SCIS 1175442
Make a noise project online
The strength of this site is its holistic approach to youth issues. It deals with drugs in the context of other health and social issues of concern to
adolescents. The information in the drugs area is extensive, well presented, and easy to navigate. It covers most drugs, providing a description of the drug
and its health and social effects. Further information suggests ways to help friends; what to do if you are addicted, and, most importantly, how to get
assistance. There are internal links to other related areas such as sexuality; mental health and physical health, as well as comprehensive links to external
sources of information on drugs and health services, such as the Kids help line, which require further exploration to verify curriculum
relevance. D. Ward
USER LEVEL: Stage 5 Stage 6 Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: Crossroads; PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Drug abuse; Health education
KEYWORDS: Drugs; health
PUBLISHER: Greater Murray Health Services, Australia
REVIEW DATE: 23/8/00
Mind tools - sports psychology
The series of articles provided at this site on sports psychology seeks to show how to use the central processing unit, the brain, to its greatest effect in
controlling the body to give optimum sporting performance. This site takes a tools based approach, explaining fundamental sports psychology tools such as goal
setting and imagery; and an applications based approach outlining how to use the tools to their maximum effect. The information is useful for HSC core 2,
Factors affecting performance, in the PDHPE: Stage 6 syllabus (approved 1999). R. Lees
USER LEVEL: Stage 6 Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Sports - Psychology
KEYWORDS: Goal setting; mental rehearsal; motivation; sports psychology
PUBLISHER: Mind Tools Ltd, UK
REVIEW DATE: 23/8/00
National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
health clearinghouse welcome page
This well organised, comprehensive, easily navigated site offers "Quality information for better Indigenous health". Across several sections, it offers
Australia wide resources and information specific to each state. Health is particularly relevant to the PDHPE: Stage 6 syllabus
(approved 1999) HSC core 1, Health priorities in Australia and HSC option 5, Equity and health. It contains extensive information about the
health status of Indigenous Australians and would be ideal for students who are investigating health inequalities between different population sub groups.
Links leads to a comprehensive list of related web sites, which require further investigation to determine curriculum relevance. Information
on this site should be approached with cultural sensitivity, and could be complemented by consultation with the local Aboriginal community. J. Atkin, C.
Dorbis
USER LEVEL: Stage 6 Professional
KLA: HSIE; PDHPE
SYLLABUS: Aboriginal Studies Stage 6; PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Aboriginal peoples - Health; Torres Strait Islanders - Health
KEYWORDS: Aboriginal; health; Torres Strait Islanders
PUBLISHER: Edith Cowan University, WA
REVIEW DATE: 11/8/00
National Asthma Campaign,
Australia
A site that has a simple entry point, this is easy to navigate and provides a wealth of information on a significant community health problem. There is much
relevant information that is easy to access for a range of uses with lower secondary students. Topics include: About asthma; how to control
asthma; developing a management plan; information for professionals; and First aid strategies. There are links to state organisations which
would need further time for teachers to investigate. This is a very informative site. D. Ward
USER LEVEL: Stage 4 Stage 5 Stage 6
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Asthma; Diseases
KEYWORDS: Asthma; Asthma management
PUBLISHER: National Asthma Campaign, Australia
REVIEW DATE: 23/8/00
National Institutes of Health Osteoporosis and related bone diseases.
National Resource Center
Designed primarily to address the needs of medical professionals, this American site is well worth using as a research base for trend data among differing
populations. The support for students and teachers lies in the comparative data, general information, and information related bone diseases. The web site is
presented in a general format and is extensive in its coverage of osteoporosis and preventative strategies, as well as in the discussion of groups most at
risk. This supports study of Preliminary Core 2 Better health for individuals, and HSC Option 3 Sports medicine, of the PDHPE: Stage 6
syllabus. The inclusion of a search engine within the site to enable quick browsing for required information is very welcome. C. Maher
USER LEVEL: Stage 6 Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Bones; osteoporosis
KEYWORDS: Bones, osteoporosis
PUBLISHER: National Institutes of Health Osteoporosis and Related Bone Diseases-National Resource Centre, USA
REVIEW DATE: 26/8/02 [616.7] SCIS 1067856
National Rural Health Alliance
NRHA publications is the most worthwhile section of this easily navigated site. Teachers will find a list of media releases and journal
articles that would be useful for the study of health inequities amongst rural and remote populations. This information would be of particular interest to
teachers and students of the PDHPE: Stage 6 syllabus (approved 1999), HSC core 1 Health priorities in Australia and HSC option 5Equity
and health. This site is best used by teachers for background information when preparing lessons and by students to access information for research tasks.
J. Atkin
USER LEVEL: Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: 2U PDHPE; PDHPE: Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Health - Environmental aspects; Public health
KEYWORDS: Health services; isolation; rural health
PUBLISHER: National Rural Health Alliance
REVIEW DATE: 28/8/00
NSWHealth: Internet home
This comprehensive, easily navigated site is excellent for teachers and students of the PDHPE: Stage 6 syllabus (approved 1999). Health 4
young people deals with the range of health issues facing young people in Australia, and is particularly relevant to HSC option 1, The health of
young people, in the PDHPE: Stage 6 syllabus (approved 1999). There is up to date information on health campaigns coordinated by NSW
Health and other agencies, and current statistics and research in the health field. Some of the language is jargonised, or specific to language use in
professional reports. Some students may need assistance with such language. J. Atkin
USER LEVEL: Stage 6 Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Adolescents - Care and health;Children - Care and health;Public health
KEYWORDS: Health; health campaigns; NSW
PUBLISHER: NSW Health, Australia
REVIEW DATE: 28/8/00
NSW Multicultural Health Communication
Service
Targeting an NESB audience, this site has fact sheets on health issues in many languages.
Information is clear and concise, and will benefit PDHPE Stage 6 and Community and Family Studies students who are investigating health matters. Each section
is easily found from an alphabetical list on the opening page, and articles on Alcohol, Asthma, and Exercise
are examples of the many areas of health covered. Information on Infant health, Maternity, and Parenting
have substantial relevance for the CAFS Core: Parenting and caring. The site is also very useful for the Studies in Society Years 7-10
syllabus Areas of inquiry: The multicultural society and Health and society. R. Cox
USER LEVEL: Stage 4 Stage 5 Stage 6
KLA: HSIE; PDHPE
SYLLABUS: Community & Family Studies Stage 6; PDHPE Stage 6; Studies in Society 7-10
SCIS SUBJECTS: Ethnic groups in New South Wales - Medical care; Public health in New South Wales
PUBLISHER: NSW Multicultural Health Communication Service, Australia
REVIEW DATE: 26/05/06 [362.84] SCIS 1253543
OnHealth: athletic
injuries
A page within a broader site, this contains comprehensive information on different sports injuries, and would be an ideal resource for individual research
assignments. Focussed selection of pertinent sections and information, from the considerable amount available, would help students and teachers locate material
relevant to their area of study. This site would be an ideal resource for the HSC option 3, Sports medicine in the PDHPE: Stage 6 syllabus
(approved 1999). The Athletic injuries (sports injuries) quiz (in Library) may be a useful review activity during the unit.
J. Atkin
USER LEVEL: Stage 6
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Sports medicine
KEYWORDS: Athletic; injuries; sport
PUBLISHER: OnHealth, USA
REVIEW DATE: 28/8/00
Personal Best Program
AMP has joined forces
with the Powerhouse Museum to foster the achievement of personal goals, and promote a unique, eclectic exhibition of Australian sporting legends and
memorabilia. Sport: more than heroes and legends provides Exhibition dates for the Powerhouse Museumand
highlights of the exhibition, including elite athletes, legends, weekend players, and spectators. Community hero enables the public to
nominate local sporting identities for inclusion in the exhibition. Sports celebrities are showcased in the Wall of fame with thumbnail
photographs and a biography. Coaching clinics; and Personal best grants offer community support and sponsorship, while
Useful links highlights related web sites which would need to be checked for relevance. This informative site is easy to navigate and could be
useful for the PDHPE HSC Option 2: Sport and physical activity in Australian society. C. Keane
USER LEVEL: Stage 3 Stage 4 Stage 5 Stage 6 Community
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE K-6; PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Sports; Sportsmen and sportswomen, Australian
PUBLISHER: AMP. Australia
REVIEW DATE: 16/03/05 [796.0994] SCIS 1156819
Population Health Division homepage
With the emphasis on research skills and critical thinking in the PDHPE: Stage 6 syllabus (approved 1999), this site will be invaluable. It has a
wealth of government based information and reports on drug issues, and also on: cancer; Injury prevention; HIV/AIDS;
nutrition; health; and immunisation. Using the listings at the top of the page, navigating the site is easy. Of special interest are: Strategies and
issues; Education resources; and Publications. In Education resources, kits such as Speed
catches up with you and Candidly cannabis in PDF format can be downloaded, allowing teachers and students to manipulate information
using Acrobat reader. The site is well suited to professionals planning lessons, and Stage 6 students undertaking research. D. Ward
USER LEVEL: Stage 5 Stage 6 Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: Crossroads; PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Drugs - Study and teaching; Health education
KEYWORDS: Drugs; health; government; statistics; strategies
PUBLISHER: Public Health Division, Commonwealth of Australia
REVIEW DATE: 23/8/00
Road safety
information
All aspects of road safety are covered by this site: Defensive driving; Child restraints and seat belts; Pedestrian
safety; Bicycle safety; Alcohol and drugs; Driver fatigue; and Speeding. Up to
date accident statistics are provided, as is information relating to young drivers, blood alcohol limits, and the laws and penalties. The site is very well set
out and is quite easy to navigate. It is relevant to HSC core 1, Health priorities in Australia, in the PDHPE: Stage 6 syllabus (approved
1999). R. Lees
USER LEVEL: Stage 5 Stage 6 Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Road safety
KEYWORDS: Accidents; alcohol; drink driving; drugs; road safety
PUBLISHER: RTA Internet Services
REVIEW DATE: 23/8/00
Somazone
Developed by young people, this educational site utilises youth friendly design concepts to practically explain youth issues, especially regarding substance
use. The site has many excellent features, including an anonymous Q&A service that provides unbiased answers from a panel of health professionals to
questions about drugs, sex, sexual health, mental health issues, harassment and abuse, relationships, body image and eating disorders. There is a searchable
database of online Australian health services and organisations catering for young peoples' needs. The fact sheets are particularly helpful; for example, why
people self harm, what friends can do and whether body piercing is a form of self harm. A. Soutter
USER LEVEL: Stage 4 Stage 5 Stage6
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Adolescents - Care and health; Adolescents - Mental health; Body image; Drugs and adolescents; Human
relations; Sexual behaviour
PUBLISHER: Australian Drug Foundation
REVIEW DATE: 10/09/07 [613] SCIS 1055171
Sport: more than heroes and
legends
Sydney's Powerhouse Museum's interactive exhibition of Australian sporting legends, memorabilia and trivia, goes beyond
showcasing elite sportspeople as it weaves a thread connecting all levels of our society's values and culture. Visitor information contains
information about dates, times and prices, while Exhibition highlights briefly introduces each section from Weekend warriors and
watchers, to Heroes and legends, including equipment and clothing. Of particular interest is Education, where K-12 cross
curricula options are highlighted in Education links, and Teachers exhibition notes is a lengthy and usefulPDF document. Easy
navigation, colourful annotated images, a Trivia quiz, Kids quiz, and online Games, add to the site's energy
and visual appeal. The site depicts an exhibition open until 18 th July, 2004, and would be beneficial for classes studying the Olympics. C. Keane
USER LEVEL: Stage 3 Stage 4 Stage 5 Stage 6 Community Professional
KLA: HSIE; PDHPE; Science; ST
SYLLABUS: Design & Technology 7-10; Design & Technology Stage 6; HSIE K-6; PDHPE K-6; PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Stage 6; Science 7-10; Science &
Technology K-6; Society & Culture Stage 6; Textiles Technology 7-10; Textiles & Design Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Powerhouse Museum (N.S.W); Sports; Sportspeople, Australian
PUBLISHER: Powerhouse Museum , Australia
REVIEW DATE: 16/03/05 [796.0994] SCIS 1158253
Sports nutrition corner
The nutrition corner offers detailed information about dietary considerations for improved athletic performance, including carbohydrate loading and fluid
intake. Eye catching graphics and detailed summaries, including a scientific analysis which disputes the trend towards high protein, low carbohydrate diets,
are used to good effect. The level of scientific analysis and terminology used make the site suitable for tertiary students and students of the PDHPE:
Stage 6 syllabus (approved 1999). It is relevant to HSC option 4: Improving performance. Questions and answers could provide
useful stimulus for case studies of individual training concerns relating to sports nutrition. K. Steward
USER LEVEL: Stage 6 Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Sports; Sports medicine; Nutrition
KEYWORDS: Nutrition; improving performance; sports science
PUBLISHER: Nicolas Institute of Sports Medicine and Athletic Trauma, USA
REVIEW DATE: 28/8/00
Sportscoach - home page
A senior UK athletics coach created this useful site, which provides comprehensive coverage of factors important for successful coaching of athletics. The site
includes: sample training programs; factors for effective communication with athletes; information regarding skill learning; and tips for evaluating programs.
Students with an interest in athletics could easily create their own pathways around the site to research their particular area of interest. The site has a
keyword facility, which would assist students in locating specific material. Some specific training information relates to the UK athletics season, but
students will benefit from analysing a formal training program for elite athletes. It is relevant to HSC core 2, Factors affecting performance; and
option 3: Improving performance, in the PDHPE: Stage 6 syllabus (approved 1999). K. Steward
USER LEVEL: Stage 6 Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Athletics; Coaching; Sports
KEYWORDS: Athletics; coaching; sports training
PUBLISHER: Sportscoach, UK
AUTHOR: MACKENZIE, Brian
REVIEW DATE: 28/8/00
STD Services: home page
Although some of the site navigation is not functioning fully, it is easy to find information using the text links. STD information contains
detailed information on sexually transmitted diseases including Essential facts, Statistics, and Diagnosis and
management. Sexual Health check-up provides a comprehensive description of the process people go through for a sexual health check
up. While some pages have only basic information, this site could be a beneficial source of information when studying the Preliminary core 2, Better health
for individuals in the PDHPE: Stage 6 syllabus (approved 1999). J. Atkin
USER LEVEL: Stage 5 Stage 6
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE 7-10;PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Sexually transmitted diseases
KEYWORDS: Sexually transmitted diseases
PUBLISHER: Royal Adelaide Hospital, Government of South Australia
REVIEW DATE: 28/8/00
The heart
Explaining the circulatory system in practical and theoretical terms, this resource has a range of student activities which are engaging and interactive.
Images, written explanations and enrichment activities allow students to explore their understanding of how this system functions. There are short descriptions
of body related content such as Blood vessels and Blood pressure, and an engaging Animation of the heart at
work. Background teacher content supports the application of this resource into the classroom, with evaluations for students to review their level of
understanding. The information is relevant for the study of physical activity and human motion in PDHPE, and the study of blood and circulation in Science
7-10. T. Paton
USER LEVEL: Stage 5 Stage 6
KLA: PDHPE; Science
SYLLABUS: PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Stage 6; Science 7-10
SCIS SUBJECTS: Heart
PUBLISHER: GlaxoSmithKline, UK
REVIEW DATE: 04/04/08 [612.1] SCIS 1342771
The TrainingStationInc.com: animated exercise
examples: over 100 exercises
Using small animated graphics, this resource provides examples of strength training exercises, showing how to do them. Exercises use minimal gym equipment in
free weights and machines. Site users place the cursor over each exercise graphic to see the muscle movement that occurs. The exercise examples are varied and
are clearly listed under muscle group headings which are in printable format. The resource would be relevant for the Stage 6 PDHPE Option: Improving
performance. The diagrams of strength training exercises would be useful for students to understand strength training in practical terms. T. Paton
USER LEVEL: Stage 6
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Physical fitness; Weight-lifting
PUBLISHER: Training Station, USA
REVIEW DATE: 04/04/08 [613.7] SCIS 1342771
Tobacco in Australia - facts and issues
A joint initiative of the health departments of NSW, Victoria and Western Australia and the Commonwealth Department of Human Services and Health, this site
presents up to date information with the aim to achieve a reduction in death and disease levels due to smoking. This particular section is accessed after
selecting Information in the left frame of the home page. The inclusion of hundreds of facts and figures, use of graphs and tables, the rich
depth of content, and broad range of related material indicate that the site is aimed at the serious researcher. A comprehensive index and table of contents,
and an efficient search option enhance the simple navigation. Topics include death rates, risks associated with smoking, passive smoking, and legal issues. A
Further reading section provides more detailed information. A hard copy of this manual is available for purchase. B. Lundgren
USER LEVEL: Stage 6 Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: Crossroads; PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Smoking; Tobacco
KEYWORDS: Health; smoking; tobacco
PUBLISHER: Victorian Smoking and Health Program (Quit Victoria)
REVIEW DATE: 23/8/00
Topics in sport- sport nutrition
An ideal starting point for investigating all aspects of sports nutrition is provided by this site. Links are available to specific information on topics such
as: sports diets; nutrition for female endurance athletes; eating disorders amongst athletes; alcohol and athletic performance; and fluid replacement. It is a
useful site HSC core 2, Factors affecting performance, and HSC option 4, Improving performance, in the PDHPE: Stage 6 syllabus
(approved 1999). R. Lees
USER LEVEL: Stage 6 Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Nutrition
KEYWORDS: Eating disorders; fluid replacement; nutrition; sports performance
PUBLISHER: Australian Sports Commission
REVIEW DATE: 23/8/00
USA gymnastics online
An ideal resource for all aspects of gymnastics, this site relates to the Movement skill content strand of PDHPE 7-10. The site's purpose is to
support and enhance the sport of gymnastics. Coverage is comprehensive in relation to American events, athletes, and organisations. Information on a range of
gymnastics topics, including: history; programs; safety; athlete profiles; artistic gymnastics, rhythmic gymnastics; and trampolining is provided.
Guide to gymnastics is the best starting point. Springboard links accesses some informative pages regarding sports science,
biomechanics, sports nutrition, sport psychology, and goal setting, but exploration time is required to verify curriculum relevance. This site may also be
useful for students studying PDHPE: Stage 6 syllabus (approved 1999). Time is required to locate specific information. R. Lees
USER LEVEL: Stage 4 Stage 5 Stage 6 Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Gymnastics
KEYWORDS: artistic gymnastics; rhythmic gymnastics; trampolining
PUBLISHER: USA Gymnastics
REVIEW DATE: 23/8/00
Welcome (Centre for Adolescent
Health)
Identifying areas of need, the Centre develops, trials, evaluates and disseminates innovative, creative and dynamic programs to address the specific needs of
adolescents and their health. The site provides Adolescent health facts including motor vehicle accidents; youth suicide; HIV/AIDS; skin
cancer; violence; teenage pregnancy. It has been designed to provide current and reliable information and views about the state of adolescent health in
Australia. It does this by offering a range of interesting activities for young people, parents, health professional, youth workers and teachers. It is a
relevant site for HSC core 1, Health priorities in Australia, and HSC option 1, The health of young people, in the PDHPE: Stage 6
syllabus (approved 1999). R. Lees
USER LEVEL: Stage 5 Stage 6 Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Adolescents; Health education
KEYWORDS: Adolescent; Health
PUBLISHER: Victorian Health Promotion Foundation Centre
AUTHOR: CARR-GREGG, Michael
REVIEW DATE: 23/8/00
Welcome to Active
Australia
Part of the Active Australia program, this aims to promote a healthy lifestyle through participation in leisure activities, such as: going for a walk; cycling
with the family; joining a health club; or being involved in the many sport and recreation opportunities available. This site concentrates on two key areas:
encouraging people to be more physically active; and working to improve the places in which people can be active. These include: sport, recreation and fitness
clubs and organisations; schools; and the local community. Information on relevant and appropriate activities, ideas, and contacts are available on this simple
site. R. Lees
USER LEVEL: Stage 2 Stage 3 Stage 4 Stage 5 Stage 6 Community Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE K-6; PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Exercise; Health
KEYWORDS: Active; exercise; physical activity, fitness
PUBLISHER: Australian Sports Commission
REVIEW DATE: 23/8/00
Welcome to the National Heart Foundation of
Australia
Brief, valuable health information on the risk factors associated with heart disease is given by this site. General heart health information
(Your healthy heart), leads to more details on: how to Enjoy healthy eating; being active every day; and Medical
issues. School information accesses material on risk factors, tobacco and heart disease. Statistics and Information for the
health professional may also be accessed. The site is updated regularly, and presented in a user friendly manner to aid navigation throughout. It is
relevant for HSC core 1, Health priorities in Australia in the PDHPE: Stage 6 syllabus (approved 1999). R. Lees
USER LEVEL: Stage 4 Stage 5 Stage 6
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Heart - Diseases
KEYWORDS: Health; heart; lifestyle disease; National Heart Foundation; risk factors
PUBLISHER: Australian National Heart Foundation
REVIEW DATE: 23/8/00
What sport do you want the advantage
in?
The dominant graphics of American sports suggests concern about relevance for Australian school students, but the resource does have some value for NSW
students, especially in Tennis, Soccer and Rugby sections. Analysis beyond information on Baseball and gridiron Football, does elicit some valuable educational
material. Soccer has excellent information about nutritional needs, and several sections have the depth and immediacy for students with specific ideas
associated with the PDHPE Stage 6 Core: Factors affecting performance and the Option: Improving performance. Useful short videos on training techniques are
also quite good. The site provides valuable information for the PDHPE 7-10 Elective: PASS. Articles are often commercially focused and associated with product
endorsement. R. Cox
USER LEVEL: Stage 5 Stage 6 Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Sports
PUBLISHER: Athletes.com, USA
REVIEW DATE: 15/07/08 [796] SCIS 1366913
What's your poison?
This excellent site is based on the television series which Quantum produced, focussing on drugs. It provides factual information on:
Nicotine; Caffeine; Alcohol; Marijuana; and Ecstasy. Brief background
themes for each episode, and ten useful questions and answers about each drug are available. Questions cover a range of issues, from the simple to more
complex, for example: What does MDMA stand for?; the history and origins of each drug; effects of the drug on the body; and technical and
statistical detail. A key feature of the site is the Expert opinions link for each drug. This provides up to date information from a variety
of perspectives. Information may be useful for student debates and research in Stages 5 and 6. The attractive site is easy to navigate and quick to load. There
are also links to current research and related sites, but these require further exploration to verify curriculum relevance. D. Ward
USER LEVEL: Stage 5 Stage 6 Community Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: Crossroads; PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Alcohol; Drug abuse; Drugs; Marijuana
KEYWORDS: Alcohol; caffeine; drugs; ecstasy; marijuana; Quantum
PUBLISHER: Australian Broadcasting Corporation
REVIEW DATE: 23/8/00
Women's health
Current information on a vast range of health conditions prevalent in women is available at this site. It can provide excellent background reading for teachers
and students alike. Specialist information on hard to answer questions, and responsible and balanced coverage of the critical issues, can be accessed. Current
issues such as contraceptive methods and sexually transmitted disease prevention are dealt with thoroughly. A range of factual information sheets are available
for such topics as: Body image and self-esteem; Women and the eating disorders; Teenage pregnancy;
Breast cancer; Cervical cancer; and Women and sexual violence. This site would be ideal for students
investigating issues in the Preliminary core 2, Better health for individuals; and HSC core 1, Health priorities in Australia in the
PDHPE: Stage 6 syllabus (approved 1999). J. Atkin, R. Lees
USER LEVEL: Stage 6
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Sexually transmitted diseases; Birth control; Women - Care and health
KEYWORDS: Women; health; contraception; services
PUBLISHER: About.com, USA
REVIEW DATE: 28/8/00
World Anti-Doping Agency
WADA is an independent foundation built on the values of friendship, solidarity and fair play. The agency is directly linked to the IOC, and it has united
sports organisations and governments worldwide in helping to achieve drug free sport. This site would be suitable for information research in Stage 6 PDHPE, as
well as the Stage 5 Strand: Individual and community health. Students and coaches will find great relevance in this site, with plenty of advice and
information, including the 2005 prohibited list. Content is up to the minute with news and a calendar, and extends to detailed data regarding Science
and medicine. Material on the site is extensive, yet clearly organised, straightforward, and easily interpreted. K. McCulloch
USER LEVEL: Stage 5 Stage 6 Professional
KLA: PDHPE
SYLLABUS: PDHPE 7-10; PDHPE Stage 6
SCIS SUBJECTS: Drugs and sport; Sports medicine; Sports - Moral and ethical aspects
PUBLISHER: World Anti-Doping Agency, Canada
REVIEW DATE: 16/03/05 [362.29] SCIS 1195868
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