Program
Teaching M.A.
Year Approved
2019
First Advisor
Kron, Bill
Abstract
The purpose of this thesis is to review literature related to exercise breaks in the secondary classroom. There is a current nation-wide effort to increase active behavior in our youth. Secondary teachers and administrators are finding new methods to incorporate exercise in the classroom based on professional and personal interests and Comprehensive School Physical Activity Programs. Research reviewed on exercise breaks includes cognitive and attentional benefits and variables to consider when planning exercise breaks. Most research identifies a positive correlation between exercise breaks in the secondary classroom and increases in cognitive or attentional benefits for students. No major negative impacts of added exercise were found. In conclusion, including exercise breaks in the secondary classroom could enhance student cognition, attention, and other health benefits which increase academic achievement.
Degree Name
Teaching M.A.
Document Type
Masterʼs thesis
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Recommended Citation
Nelson, R. S. (2019). Physical Activity in the Secondary Classroom [Masterʼs thesis, Bethel University]. Spark Repository. https://spark.bethel.edu/etd/462