Children's Perceptions of Physical Activity Environments
Author Information
Author(s): Clare Hume, Kylie Ball, Jo Salmon
Primary Institution: Centre for Physical Activity and Nutrition Research, Deakin University
Hypothesis
This study aimed to develop and test the acceptability and reliability of a scale which examined a broad range of environmental perceptions among children.
Conclusion
Findings suggest this questionnaire is reliable and acceptable to children for assessing environmental perceptions relevant to physical activity among 11-year-old children.
Supporting Evidence
- The survey had only 4% missing responses, indicating good acceptability.
- All categorical variables showed acceptable reliability with percent agreement ranging from 68% to 100%.
- Continuous variables showed moderate to good ICC values ranging from 0.72 to 0.92.
Takeaway
The study created a questionnaire to help understand how kids feel about their surroundings when it comes to being active, and it works well.
Methodology
A survey was administered to children on two occasions, nine days apart, to assess their perceptions of the physical and social environment.
Limitations
Some items showed poor reliability, and the questionnaire may need to be adapted for better understanding by children.
Participant Demographics
39 children aged 11 years (54% boys) attending a metropolitan Australian elementary school.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.0001
Confidence Interval
0.72–0.92
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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