Suitability Assessment of Material (SAM).

Posted: November 8th, 2022

Suitability Assessment of Material (SAM).

 

Introduction

The title of the evaluated resource is “Healthy Eating Plate.” It addresses various healthy food components such as carbohydrates, proteins, vegetables and fruits, plant oil, and water. Additionally, the article indicates the recommended amount of each of these food components and the need to stay active. The intended audience is individuals who are interested in regulating their body weight to avoid becoming obese. The resource was obtained from HavardChan, which is a nutrition source. The purpose and content of the critique are to evaluate the appropriateness of this source in addressing the topic subject.Suitability Assessment of Material (SAM).

 

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The interpretation of the SAM Percentage rating for the material

The total SAM percentage rating of this source is 93.18. The relatively high percentage indicates that most components of the source were superior. First, the content received a superior rating of 2 in three of its components except “scope is limited” that was not applicable in this source. Secondly, the literacy demand was given 2 for a superior rating in all its components since all of them exceeded the expectation. Furthermore, graphics received a superior rating in all its factors except “Type of graphics,” which was rated as 1. Layout and typography also had a superior rating in all their components. A superior rating of 2 was also accorded to the three elements of learning stimulation and motivation. Finally, the components of cultural appropriateness were given a superior rating. The resource focused on audience health literacy. It aimed at educating the audience on various healthy food components and their recommended amount. Taking these food components and remaining active would help them in regulating their body weight. Additionally, the article is clear and readable.Suitability Assessment of Material (SAM).

“Type of graphics” did not receive a “2” score. This component of graphics should include more appropriate types of graphics, such as a picture of various food components. Such graphics are likely to attract the reader to read the material. Additionally, clear graphics are likely to make the resource understandable to a less educated population who cannot read the included details.Suitability Assessment of Material (SAM).

323 SAM Critique of Health Education Resource

 

Directions: You will critique one printed or multi media health education resource from your workplace, a community agency, a doctor’s office, etc. You will use the SAM (Suitability Assessment of Materials) Method provided to complete the critique.Suitability Assessment of Material (SAM).

 

1. It is recommended that you choose something about 1 page in length or a pamphlet with few illustrations. This should not be the same material used for the FRY readability test. (scan & attach with your assignment submission or provide the link with your assignment submission)
2. Use the Suitability of Assessment Materials (SAM) Method for the critique.
3. Read all instructions, guidelines and resources for evaluation criteria using the SAM method.
4. Complete the scoring sheet (copy provided on next page). You may document the scores directly on this sheet.
5. After evaluating all factors, compute Total SAM score, Total Possible Score, and Percent Score (bottom of scoring sheet).
6. Following completion of the SAM scoring sheet evaluation, complete the following support items typed on a separate word document for submission:
   1. Introduction:       The title, subject, intended audience, and source (such as American Heart Association) of the educational material evaluated, and the purpose and content of the critique.
   2. The interpretation of the SAM Percentage rating for the material. This should include the following:

• Content
• Literacy Demand
• Graphics
• Layout and Typography
• Learning Stimulation, Motivation
• Cultural Appropriateness (including audience health literacy and readability)

1. 1. Provide comment as to why any factor did not receive a “2” score and include appropriate recommendations for revisions to improve material with rationales. This content must be clearly labeled.

Suitability Assessment of Material (SAM).

(Example: 3b. Type of graphics – Graphic is not generally known to adults when addressing women with heart disease; recommendation: Use the “Go Red” dress on the cover of the pamphlet)

 

1. 1. Submit SAM scoring sheet and support items word document in the Bb link provided

 

Use the SAM Critique Rubric for detailed information on grading

 

 

Suitability Assessment of Material (SAM)

 

2 points for superior rating

1 point for adequate rating

0 points for not suitable rating

N/A if the factor does not apply to this material (no comment necessary)

 

Factor to be Rated                                         Score                                      Comment

1. CONTENT
2. Purpose is evident ___2___ The purpose is clear on the title
3. Content about behaviors ___2___ The resource aims at desirable reader behavior
4. Scope is limited ___N/A___             N/A
5. Summary or review included ____2__ The key message has been summarized

 

2. LITERACY DEMAND
3. Reading grade level (FRY) ___2__         5th grade
4. Writing style, active voice ____2__         Active voice used throughout the article
5. Vocabulary uses common words ___2__         All three factors, including the use of common words, technical concepts, and appropriate imagery present.
6. Context is given first __2____       An advance organizer precede all topics.
7. Learning aids via “road signs” ___2__          Road signs presents to guide the reader

 

3. GRAPHICS
4. Cover graphic shows purpose __2____       It is friendly and captures reader’s attention
5. Type of graphics __1__             Resource has basic graphics
6. Relevance of illustrations __2____         Presents the appropriate message
7. Lists, tables, etc. explained __2____       The listed items have been explained clearly
8. Captions used for graphics ___2___       Explanatory captions have been utilized

 

4. LAYOUT AND TYPOGRAPHY
5. Layout factors ___2___       The page does not appear cluttered and illustrations have been placed adjacent to the related text
6. Typography ___2___       Typographic cues such as bold type and different colors and types present.
7. Subheads (“chunking”) used _2_____         Lists are grouped under their respective descriptive subheadings

Suitability Assessment of Material (SAM).

5. LEARNING STIMULATION, MOTIVATION
6. Interaction used __2____   The readers have been provided with questions to respond to
7. Behaviors are modeled and specific ____2__   The Instruction models specific behavior among the readers.
8. Motivation – self-efficacy __2___       The topic has been subdivided into sub-topics to motivate the reader.

 

6. CULTURAL APPROPRIATENESS
7. Match in logic, language, and experience __2____ The material complies with the culture of the targeted audience
8. Cultural image and examples 2__                       The utilized images present the culture in a positive way.

 

Total SAM score: __41______

Total possible score: _44______, Percent Score: __93.18_____%

323 SAM Critique of Health Education Resource

 

Directions: You will critique one printed or multi media health education resource from your workplace, a community agency, a doctor’s office, etc. You will use the SAM (Suitability Assessment of Materials) Method provided to complete the critique.

 

1. It is recommended that you choose something about 1 page in length or a pamphlet with few illustrations. This should not be the same material used for the FRY readability test. (scan & attach with your assignment submission or provide the link with your assignment submission)
2. Use the Suitability of Assessment Materials (SAM) Method for the critique.
3. Read all instructions, guidelines and resources for evaluation criteria using the SAM method.
4. Complete the scoring sheet (copy provided on next page). You may document the scores directly on this sheet.Suitability Assessment of Material (SAM).
5. After evaluating all factors, compute Total SAM score, Total Possible Score, and Percent Score (bottom of scoring sheet).
6. Following completion of the SAM scoring sheet evaluation, complete the following support items typed on a separate word document for submission:
   1. Introduction:       The title, subject, intended audience, and source (such as American Heart Association) of the educational material evaluated, and the purpose and content of the critique.
   2. The interpretation of the SAM Percentage rating for the material. This should include the following:Suitability Assessment of Material (SAM).

• Content
• Literacy Demand
• Graphics
• Layout and Typography
• Learning Stimulation, Motivation
• Cultural Appropriateness (including audience health literacy and readability)

1. 1. Provide comment as to why any factor did not receive a “2” score and include appropriate recommendations for revisions to improve material with rationales. This content must be clearly labeled.

 

(Example: 3b. Type of graphics – Graphic is not generally known to adults when addressing women with heart disease; recommendation: Use the “Go Red” dress on the cover of the pamphlet)

Suitability Assessment of Material (SAM).

1. 1. Submit SAM scoring sheet and support items word document in the Bb link provided

 

Use the SAM Critique Rubric for detailed information on grading

 

 

Suitability Assessment of Material (SAM)

 

2 points for superior rating

1 point for adequate rating

0 points for not suitable rating

N/A if the factor does not apply to this material(no comment necessary)

 

Factor to be Rated                                         Score                                      Comment

1. CONTENT
2. Purpose is evident ______ ________________________________
3. Content about behaviors ______ ________________________________
4. Scope is limited ______ ________________________________
5. Summary or review included ______ ________________________________

 

2. LITERACY DEMAND
3. Reading grade level (FRY) ______ ________________________________
4. Writing style, active voice ______ ________________________________
5. Vocabulary uses common words ______ ________________________________
6. Context is given first ______ ________________________________
7. Learning aids via “road signs” ______ ________________________________

 

3. GRAPHICS
4. Cover graphic shows purpose ______ ________________________________
5. Type of graphics ______ ________________________________
6. Relevance of illustrations ______ ________________________________
7. Lists, tables, etc. explained ______ ________________________________
8. Captions used for graphics ______ ________________________________

 

4. LAYOUT AND TYPOGRAPHY
5. Layout factors ______ ________________________________
6. Typography ______ __________________________
7. Subheads (“chunking”) used ______ ________________________________

 

5. LEARNING STIMULATION, MOTIVATION
6. Interaction used ______ ________________________________
7. Behaviors are modeled and specific ______ ________________________________
8. Motivation – self-efficacy ______ ________________________________

 

6. CULTURAL APPROPRIATENESS
7. Match in logic, language, experience ______ ________________________________
8. Cultural image and examples ______ ________________________________

 

Total SAM score: ________

Total possible score: _______, Percent Score: _______%

 

Suitability Assessment of Material (SAM).