Teen+Growth

**Title and Address of Website: ** Above the Influence - []


 * Sponsoring Organization:** The only thing that I can find is Teen Growth


 * Date of Last Update:** January 25, 2009


 * Authority:** They refer to a Medical Advisory Board and the information seems to be current and up to date.


 * Content:** Body, Emotions, Health, Doctor, Friends,Sports, Danger, School, Family, Sex


 * Currency:** Friquent updates and information presented show that the information is current

 
 * Purpose:** To offer a secure environment to search for, request and receive valuable health care information on topics such as alcohol, drugs, emotions, health, family, friends, school, sex and sports.
 * Organization:** Well organized with most buttons on the left as well as a Quick Nav button
 * Strengths:** Easy to navigate, simple, and secure site for teens.


 * Weaknesses:** Not clear about the sponsoring organization (needs more information). Not enough graphics. Too much text.


 * Instructional Uses:** Very good to use in question and answer activity. Have the class answer a quetion and compare to the answer on the website.


 * Benefits to Students:** Students would see different points of view on important topics. They can share their opinions and get feedback.