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Title: Exploring Key Informants' Perceptions of Weather-Modified Recess
Language: English
Authors: Carson Ouellette, Gina Martin, Brendon Hyndman, Brenton Button
Source: Journal of Adventure Education and Outdoor Learning. 2025 25(3):611-620.
Availability: Routledge. Available from: Taylor & Francis, Ltd. 530 Walnut Street Suite 850, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Tel: 800-354-1420; Tel: 215-625-8900; Fax: 215-207-0050; Web site: http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 10
Publication Date: 2025
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Education Level: Elementary Education
Descriptors: Weather, Outdoor Education, Teacher Attitudes, Administrator Attitudes, Elementary School Teachers, Recess Breaks, Barriers, Well Being, Physical Activities, Environment, Peer Relationship, Foreign Countries
Geographic Terms: Canada
DOI: 10.1080/14729679.2024.2335161
ISSN: 1472-9679
1754-0402
Abstract: Outdoor recess presents an opportunity for children to be physically active, socialize with their peers, and spend time in nature. Inclement weather may detract from these activities. The purpose of this study is to explore how teachers and administrators adapt their school day during inclement weather and how it may impact the wellbeing of students. Ten elementary school teachers and administrators with an average of 10 years of experience were interviewed. The interviews were transcribed verbatim and analyzed using content analysis. Key informants reported that approximately 26 days of recess per year are modified to be indoors due to inclement weather. Two key themes were identified: consequences of indoor recess and modifiable barriers to wellbeing activities in inclement weather. Indoor recess reduces students' opportunities for physical activity, experiencing nature, and socializing with peers. It is pertinent to children's wellbeing that these opportunities are maximized throughout the school year.
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