College
College of Health Professions
Date of Last Revision
2023-05-04 19:57:57
Major
Exercise Science
Honors Course
5550:430
Number of Credits
2
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science
Date of Expected Graduation
Spring 2021
Abstract
Research shows that there are numerous benefits to allowing students to be physically active throughout the school day, such as increasing motivation, decreasing behavioral issues, and improving on-task behavior (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2018) The purpose of this research was to assess, from the perspective of teachers and teacher aids, the relationship between physical activity and elementary school aged students’ academic and behavioral performance in the classroom. Previous research conducted supports that the inclusion of physical activity during the school day helps improve students’ academic and behavioral performance in the classroom. Teachers and teacher aides were chosen as participants because they observe and interact with students on a daily basis. The survey asked participants to indicate if they include physical activity during class-time, the duration and types of such activities, and what benefits they believe come from these activities. The overall findings of this study show most participants include exercise breaks for their students and favor the idea that class-time physical activity is beneficial for students.
Research Sponsor
Rachele Kappler
First Reader
Stephanie Davis-Dieringer
Second Reader
Charles A. Waehler
Honors Faculty Advisor
Rachele Kappler
Recommended Citation
Vasek, Emma, "Teachers' Perspectives on the Impact of Physical Activity on Classroom Behavior" (2021). Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects. 1330.
https://ideaexchange.uakron.edu/honors_research_projects/1330