Overview
FREE FOR K-12 TEACHERS, STUDENTS, AND DISTRICTS
Vaping: Know the truth
Student Learning Objectives:
- Know
- Uncover
- Overcome
- Change
Overview
Youth e-cigarette use remains at an epidemic level. This prevention-forward digital learning experience gives today’s students core knowledge around the dangers associated with using e-cigarettes and offers resources to help young people quit if they already vape. The need for vaping prevention programs is particularly timely given that a recent study showing that young people who have vaped may be more likely to test positive for coronavirus.
Vaping: Know the truth is offered to K12 schools at no cost thanks to our work with Truth Initiative and Kaiser Permanente, in collaboration with the American Heart Association. This course was recently honored as the Silver Halo Award Winner in the Engage for Good Halo Awards Health category.
KEY DETAILS
Preview the Lessons
Know
This lesson introduces learners to the activity of vaping, invites them to reflect on their awareness and knowledge of the topic, discusses a brief history of tobacco and nicotine use, and covers the ingredients present in common e-cigarettes.
