Abstracts
Abstract
This study employed a participatory action research methodology, Photovoice, to explore the experiences of adolescent students while learning nature-based physical activity (NBPA) in, and beyond, Physical and Health Education (PHE). Students were asked to take photos both within PHE lessons and outside of school, and write captions to analyze their photos, as part of a unit entitled NBPA in Pictures. Findings indicated that through the NBPA in Pictures unit in PHE, students were able to: connect to both place and others within PHE and outside of school; overcome challenges to being active in nature; describe nature’s impact on their body and being; and, gain the desire to inspire others to enjoy nature.
Keywords:
- Health,
- Experimental learning,
- Nature-based physical activity,
- Photovoice,
- Physical and health education,
- Youth
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Biographical notes
Dr. Jennifer Gruno is an Assistant Teaching Professor in the School of Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education at the University of Victoria, British Columbia. Her research interests include pre-service and in-service teacher education and the meaningful inclusion of nature in Physical and Health Education.
Dr. Sandra Gibbons is a Professor in the School of Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education at the University of Victoria in Victoria, British Columbia. Her primary research interest and scholarly contributions focus on increasing meaningful participation of girls and young women in school Physical and Health Education programs.