Citation

Williams IR, Rose LM, Olsson CA, Patton GC, Allen NB. Int. J. Educ. Res. (Oxford) 2018; 87: 22-35.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2018, Elsevier Publishing)

DOI

10.1016/j.ijer.2017.10.004

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

This paper presents a research protocol for a quasi-experimental crossover trial of an outdoor adventure program for Year 9 school students in Australia. Previous studies have reported a range of positive outcomes of outdoor camps and adventure programs but warrant cautious interpretation due to limitations in research methods typically employed. This study takes place over a period of 36 months and examines a purpose-designed, seven-day outdoor program (camp) intended to promote positive adjustment in young people. Up to 400 participants (ages 14-16 years) will be recruited from across two Victorian secondary schools. Outcome measures include self-reported social and emotional health, and teacher-reported ratings of academic performance and school conduct.

RESULTS will be of interest to educators internationally and those involved in improving social and emotional health in adolescents.

Language: en

Keywords

Adolescence; Crossover trial; Intervention; Outdoor education; Research protocol; Social and emotional learning