The Impact of a Multi-Component Physical Activity Programme in Low-Income Elementary Schools
Results from this study provide evidence that school recess can be used to teach social–emotional competencies that can impact student behavior during recess and in the classroom. There were an increased amount of positive interactions between adults and students and a decreased amount of conflict in the playground at Playworks schools post intervention. Results also suggested that the Junior Coach Leadership program had beneficial effects on students’ classroom behavior.
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Health Education Journal
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