Background and Objectives: International institutions together with the World Health Organisation recommend the teaching of BLS in schools. Therefore, the objective of this research was to study the ...feasibility of teaching CPR and AED through the flipped classroom, exploring the medium- and long-term retention of knowledge and practical skills among high school students. Materials and Methods: The sample consisted of 260 secondary schoolchildren (137 in the experimental group (EG) and 123 in the control group (CG)) between 12 and 14 years old (M = 12.75 ± 1.02). Results: The data revealed that the EG obtained better post-course results in the correct position of the hands (p = 0.011), the depth of external cardiac compression (p > 0.001), and the mean time to apply an effective shock with the AED (p = 0.013). The CG obtained better results in compressions with complete chest re-expansion (p = 0.025). These differences disappeared at 6 months (p > 0.05) and 12 months (p > 0.05). Conclusions: A training program based on the flipped classroom is as effective and viable as traditional training, although more efficient since it is applied in less time, in the sequence of action in BLS, CPR skills, and the application of an effective shock with an AED.
Introduction
The home lockdown due to the appearance of SARS-CoV-2 in Spanish society led to changes in certain habits in children and adolescents. These habits were related to the practice of ...physical activity and the implications of higher rates of sedentary activities. This lockdown lasted from March to June 2020. The aim of this study was to determine the implication that lockdown in Spain due to the SARS-CoV-2 virus outbreak had on balance in 11–12 year-old schoolchildren.
Materials and methods
In total, 50 Spanish children aged 11–12 years (
M
= 11.40, SD = 0.50) participated, 33 (66%) boys and 17 (34%) girls. The Movement Assessment Battery for Children 2 (Movement ABC-2) and an
ad hoc
questionnaire for sociodemographic data and other relevant information were used for the three data collections.
Results
There are significant differences (
p
< 0.05) in the results for balance variables measured by static balance tests on supports in the total sample, in boys and girls. There are also significant differences in the total sample as well as in the boys in the heel-toe backward walking test. In addition, there are significant differences in mean, scalar and percentile dimension scores for balance between before and after lockdown in both boys and girls. No significant differences were found in the total sample or by gender in measurements related to the zigzag jumping test with dominant as well as non-dominant leg in girls (
p
= 0.317).
Conclusion
As a consequence of SARS-CoV-2 confinement, there was a worsening of balance values in children aged 11–12 years.
. Approximately one third of the world's population is overweight or obese, with a higher prevalence in older people (Chooj, 2019). In the year 2030, 20% of the world's population will be represented ...by older people and half of them will suffer from obesity (Colleluori & Villarreal, 2021), becoming a major public health challenge (Jura & Kozak, 2016). Thus, the objective of the present study was to carry out a systematic review about the effects of physical exercise (PE) programs, as a single intervention, on the body composition, physical condition and quality of life (QoL) of older people with overweight or obesity. The PRISMA statement was used, conducting a search in the Scopus, Pubmed and Web of Science databases, during September 2023. Publications from the last 5 years were included, with older people who were overweight or obese. A total of 23 final articles met all inclusion criteria. The studies demonstrated that PE, as a single intervention, carried out between 8 to 12 weeks, has positive effects on the reduction of body fat, increase in muscle mass, improvement of physical condition and improvement of QoL of overweight or obesity older people, but these results will depend on the type of program carried out, among which were aerobic, resistance and combined. Due to the diversity of programs found, more studies would be needed to conclude about the most appropriate ones for the study population.
Cerca de un tercio de la población mundial se encuentra clasificada con sobrepeso u obesidad, presentándose con mayor prevalencia en personas mayores (Chooj, 2019). En el año 2030, el 20% de la población mundial estará representado por personas mayores y la mitad de ellos sufrirá obesidad (Colleluori & Villarreal, 2021), convirtiéndose en un gran desafío de salud pública (Jura & Kozak, 2016). Así, el objetivo del presente estudio fue realizar una revisión sistemática acerca de los efectos de programas de ejercicio físico (EF), como intervención única, en la composición corporal, condición física y calidad de vida (CV) de personas mayores con sobrepeso u obesidad. Se utilizó la declaración PRISMA, realizando una búsqueda en las bases de datos Scopus, Pubmed y Web of Sciencie, durante septiembre de 2023. Se incluyeron publicaciones de los 5 últimos años, con personas mayores en condición de sobrepeso u obesidad. Un total de 23 artículos finales, cumplieron con todos los criterios de inclusión. Los estudios, demostraron que el EF, como intervención única, realizado entre 8 a 12 semana tiene efectos positivos en la disminución de grasa corporal, aumento de la masa muscular, mejora de la condición física y mejora de la CV de las personas mayores con sobrepeso u obesidad, pero estos resultados dependerán del tipo de programa realizado, entre los que se encontraron de tipo aeróbico, resistencia, y combinados. Debido a la diversidad de programas encontrados, se necesitarían más estudios para concluir acerca del más apropiado para la población de estudio.
Unhealthy lifestyles, associated with cases of sedentary lifestyle, obesity and overweight, constitute a serious health problemfor children in Spain. Despite the efforts of organizations, such as the ...World Health Organization (WHO), to promote health promotionand education programs in schools, rates of overweight and obesity remain very high in our country. The objective of this study was todetermine the level of physical activity in Spanish students of 5th and 6th grade of primary education. A total of 1009 students of 10 and12 years old (Mage = 10.85, DE = 0.79), responded the Inventory of Habitual Physical Activity for Schoolchildren (IAFHE), used as theinstrument for data collection. The results show statistically significant differences by gender and out-of-school sports practice (NPOS)(p < .001), physical activity during recess (PADR) (p < .001) and sedentary activities (PSA) (p < .001); by age and PADR as well (p =.001). Boys practice more physical activity than girls in and out of school, but, in both cases, they are below WHO recommendations,which should arouse a reflection on healthy habits promoted through school physical education
Estilos de vida poco saludables, asociados a casos de sedentarismo, obesidad y sobrepeso, constituyen un grave problema desalud de la población infantil en España. A pesar de los esfuerzos de organismos como la Organización Mundial de la Salud (OMS) porpromover programas de promoción y educación para la salud en los colegios, los índices de sobrepeso y obesidad siguen siendo muyelevados en nuestro país. El objetivo de este estudio fue determinar el nivel de actividad física en escolares españoles de 5º y 6º deeducación primaria. Participaron 1009 estudiantes de 10 y 12 años (Medad = 10.85, DE = 0.79), empleando como instrumento para larecogida de datos el Inventario de Actividad Física Habitual para Escolares (IAFHE). Los resultados muestran diferencias estadísticamentesignificativas respecto del género y la práctica deportiva fuera del colegio (NPFC) (p < .001), la práctica de actividad física durante elrecreo (AFDR) (p < .001) y la práctica de actividades sedentarias (PAS) (p < .001); también, respecto de la edad y la AFDR (p = .001).Los niños practican mayor cantidad de actividad física que las niñas dentro y fuera del colegio, pero, en ambos casos, están por debajo delas recomendaciones de la OMS, debiendo reflexionar sobre los hábitos saludables fomentados desde la educación física escolar
The aim of this research was to evaluate the knowledge that Galician schoolteachers from kindergarten, primary and secondary schools had on cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external ...defibrillator (AED) after a training process comparing oblivion after one week (G1), after a month (G2) and after two months (G3). The sample was made up by 144 schoolteachers between 23 and 64 years old (M = 42.46 SD = 10.03), 100 (69.4%) women, and 44 (30.6%) men. For data collection an ad hoc questionnaire was used, also a mannequin QCPR Laerdal® and a Philips AED. The results show statistical significative differences between the average of correct answers on the first questionnaire, and the last one (p < .001) among all the studied dimensions and groups (G1, G2 and G3). Regarding the ability to carry out a CPR, only statistical significative differences were found regarding average depth (men vs women; p < .001). Regarding AED time of use there were not found statistical significative differences regarding the time to apply an effective discharge on different groups (p > .005; G1 = 61.98 seconds; G2 = 54.69 seconds; G3 = 56.68 seconds). After the formative programme about BLS, there is an increase of theoretical knowledge among the schoolteachers and it remains 2 months after the programme is given. Also, it happened the same regarding CPR skills and AED use program.
This study aimed (1) to investigate the effect of a brief 9-week bike program on preschool motor competence levels and (2) to know the effects of the intervention program on gender. A total of 98 ...schoolchildren (3.86 ± 0.91 years) from La Coruña (Spain) participated. A pre-post-test quasi-experimental design was used with a control group (CG) made up of 39 students (18 boys) and an experimental group (EG) made up of 59 students (29 boys). Data were gathered using the Movement Assessment Battery for Children-2 (MABC-2). The data demonstrate that the CG and the EG differ significantly from one another before the intervention program in favour of CG in manual dexterity (MD;
< 0.001), balance (Bal;
= 0.003), total test score (TTS;
= 0.001), and total percentile score (TPS;
< 0.001), except in aiming and catching (A&C,
= 0.588). After the application of the 9-week intervention program based on the balance bike, these differences disappear (i.e., MD (
= 0.166), A&C (
= 0.372), Bal (
= 0.219), TTS (
= 0.306), and in TPS (
= 0.259)). The information gathered indicates that implementing intervention programs such as the one applied in this study could have a positive impact on improving motor competence in preschool-aged boys and girls, increasing its level.
Introduction. At the beginning of the 2020-2021 academic year, the government, health organizations, and educational institutions had to face the implementation of protocols and action plans within ...the classrooms to prevent COVID-19. Aim. This study aimed to analyze the thoughts and concerns of Spanish teachers during the academic year 2020-2021. Method. The study involved the participation of 965 teachers (74.3% Women; Mage = 43.5 9.9). An ad hoc questionnaire comprising 38 items was utilized, focusing on the resources offered by the administration for the return to classrooms, teachers’ concerns about this new academic year, and their thoughts on ideal teaching conditions. Results. Differences were observed based on age and gender in the management (P1) (p = 0.02) and support (P2) (p = 0.04) from the educational administration, perceived security (P3) (p = 0.01), reduction of the working day (P5) (p = 0.002), and the adequacy of material (P6) (p = 0.004) and human (P8) (p = 0.04) resources. Teachers with greater experience exhibited differences in the items P2 (p = 0.03), P3 (p = 0.03), and P8 (p = 0.03). Conclusions. Less experienced teachers expressed higher levels of concern, while those with more teaching experience highlighted the need for additional human resources and training.
Introducción. Gobierno, instituciones sanitarias y educativas tuvieron que afrontar, al inicio del curso 2020-2021, la implantación de protocolos y planes de actuación para la prevención del COVID-19. Objetivo. El objetivo del estudio fue analizar el pensamiento y preocupaciones del personal docente español ante el curso académico 2020-2021. Metodología. Participación de 965 docentes (74,3% Mujeres; Medad = 43,5 ± 9,9). Se empleó un cuestionario ad hoc con un total de 38 ítems, centrados en ítems vinculados a los recursos ofrecidos por la administración para la vuelta a las aulas, a la preocupación del profesorado por este nuevo inicio de curso y a su pensamiento sobre qué sería lo ideal. Resultados. Según la edad y el género se hallaron diferencias en la gestión (P1) (p = 0,02) y apoyo (P2) (p = 0,04) de la administración educativa, en la seguridad percibida (P3) (p = 0,01), en reducción de la jornada laboral (P5) (p = 0,002) y en la disponibilidad de recursos materiales (P6) (p = 0,004) y humanos (P8) (p = 0,04) suficientes. Las personas de mayor experiencia docente mostraron diferencias en el ítem P2 (p = 0,03), P3 (p = 0,03) y P8 (p = 0,03). Conclusiones. Las profesoras con menor experiencia docente muestran mayor preocupación. Los profesores con mayor experiencia indicaron mayor necesidad de recursos humanos y de formación para la docencia.
Introdução. No início do ano letivo 2020-2021, instituições governamentais, de saúde e de ensino tiveram de enfrentar a implementação de protocolos e planos de ação para a prevenção da COVID-19. Objetivo. O objetivo do estudo foi analisar o pensamento e preocupações dos professores de espanhol antes do início do ano letivo 2020-2021. Metodologia. A pesquisa envolveu a participação de 965 professores (74,3% Mulheres; Mage = 43,5 ± 9,9). Foi utilizado um questionário ad hoc com 38 itens, focando neste estudo itens ligados aos recursos oferecidos pela administração para o retorno às salas de aula, a preocupação dos professores com esse novo início do curso e seus pensamentos sobre o que seria ideal. Resultados. De acordo com a idade e sexo, foram encontradas diferenças na gestão (P1) (p = 0,02) e apoio (P2) (p = 0,04) da administração educacional, na segurança percebida (P3) (p = 0,01), na redução na jornada de trabalho (P5) (p = 0,002) e na disponibilidade de recursos materiais (P6) (p = 0,004) e humanos (P8) (p = 0,04) suficientes. Aqueles com mais experiência docente apresentaram diferenças no item P2 (p = 0,03), P3 (p = 0,03) e P8 (p = 0,03). Conclusão. Os professores com menor experiência docente demonstram maior preocupação. Os professores com mais experiência indicaram uma maior necessidade de recursos humanos e de formação para a docência.
In recent years, educational centers have shown their interest in addressing content linked to some of the sustainable development objectives, such as quality education, sustainability and/or active ...transportation or health and well-being. The main objective of this work is to carry out a systematic review on the use of bicycles in early childhood, primary and secondary education. The recommendations of the PRISMA protocol were followed. Scientific publications indexed in a total of 8 databases (Web of Science, Scopus, Phsycinfo, Dimensions, Pubmed, Scilit, Lens and Dialnet) were analyzed. The results confirm a low number of intervention studies with bicycles in schools. In relation to the educational stage, it was found that the use of the bicycle in Early Childhood Education can lead to a greater opportunity to practice more physical activity and improvements are observed in basic motor skills (locomotion, control of objects and balance). In primary education, results of increased academic performance are reported and in Secondary Education, results such as increased energy expenditure and aerobic fitness were recorded. Some works in Primary Education and Secondary Education confirm an increase in the use of bicycles as a means of active transportation. It is concluded that currently there are few educational centers that use the bicycle as a means of working on motor competence in Physical Education classes. More interventions are necessary regarding the use of bicycles in school and to analyze the effects that it could produce on different variables of human development, society and especially linked to sustainable development objectives.
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