Assignment

Using the skills you have learned in MS Publisher, design a 6-8 panel brochure about a topic related to health, wellness, coaching, therapeutic recreation, leisure services, or physical education.The purpose of the brochure should be informational, designed to provide information to the general public about a specific topic. After reading the brochure, the person could call a resource individual or agency for additional information. Before beginning, read this short abstract on the potential of brochures to enhance health and health behaviors.

In constructing your brochure ....

  • make it attractive and inviting to read
  • be clear about the contents and reflect the major focus in the title and subtitles
  • follow suggestions in Publisher regarding the placement of information
  • use a consistent color scheme and fonts
  • check for grammar and spelling
  • think carefully about the use of white space and how it encourages readability.
  • provide information on where to seek additional information, resources or asssistance.

Once you have completed your assignments in Publisher, you will be asked to write a reflective summary of your work, including how you have adhered to the communication guidelines discussed in the CDC publication, Simply Put.