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Title: An Occupational Stress Management Program for Physical Education Teachers in Rural Primary Schools: Implementation and Evaluation in Guangxi Province
Language: English
Authors: Pan Zhao, Suttipong Hoksuwan, Pacharawit Chansirisira
Source: Journal of Education and Learning. 2026 15(2):222-235.
Availability: Canadian Center of Science and Education. 1595 Sixteenth Ave Suite 301, Richmond Hill, Ontario, L4B 3N9 Canada. Tel: 416-642-2606; Fax: 416-642-2608; e-mail: jel@ccsenet.org; Web site: http://www.ccsenet.org/journal/index.php/jel
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 14
Publication Date: 2026
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Education Level: Elementary Education
Descriptors: Physical Education Teachers, Rural Schools, Elementary School Teachers, Stress Management, Well Being, Teaching Conditions, Stress Variables, Foreign Countries, Educational Needs, Program Development, Parents, Students, Interpersonal Relationship, Intervention
Geographic Terms: China
ISSN: 1927-5250
1927-5269
Abstract: Physical education teachers in rural primary schools experience significant occupational stress that impacts their well-being, job satisfaction, and teaching effectiveness. The rapid implementation of China's "health first" educational policy has intensified demands on rural physical education teachers, while existing support systems remain inadequate. This research aimed to: (1) investigate occupational stressors that affect physical education teachers in rural primary schools in Guangxi Province, (2) assess current and desired states of occupational stress management support systems, and (3) develop a comprehensive occupational stress management program based on contemporary adult learning theory. A three-phase sequential mixed-methods design was employed. Phase 1 validated five occupational stressor categories through expert consultation (n=5). Phase 2 assessed current and desired states using surveys with 378 stakeholders from rural primary schools. Phase 3 developed and validated a stress management program incorporating experiential learning (70%), peer learning (20%), and formal training (10%). Five primary stressor categories were identified: student situations, work situations, parent situations, interpersonal relationships, and occupational demands. Significant gaps existed between current support levels (X̅=1.92, low level) and desired support levels (X̅=4.01, high level), with improvement gaps ranging from 1.97 to 2.17 points across all stressor categories. Expert validation confirmed high program suitability (X̅=4.65) and feasibility (X̅=4.20). This study provides the first comprehensive framework for addressing occupational stress among rural physical education teachers in China. The developed program offers a systematic, evidence-based approach combining theory and practice with demonstrated high suitability and feasibility for implementation.
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Entry Date: 2026
Accession Number: EJ1507254
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