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Video Movement Analysis Using Smartphones ViMAS: A Pilot Study
Published on: March 14, 2017
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Summer migrant students learn healthy choices through videography.
1Capital University, Columbus, OH, USA Jill.kilanowski@gmail.com.
Summary
This pilot study improved health knowledge in middle school migrant children using a multimedia curriculum. The program showed promising trends toward healthier weights and effectively delivered health promotion.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Health Education
- Child Development
Background:
- Migrant farmworker children face unique health challenges.
- Obesity rates are high among this population.
- Culturally relevant health interventions are needed.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess a multimedia, ethnically tailored health curriculum for middle school migrant children.
- To improve knowledge of healthy eating and physical activity.
- To evaluate changes in health behaviors and outcomes.
Main Methods:
- A 7-week summer Migrant Education Program incorporating a health curriculum.
- Utilized multimedia, student-created videos, and ethnic tailoring.
- Measured outcomes including Body Mass Index (BMI), physical fitness, and survey responses (We Can!, CATCH).
Main Results:
- Significant improvements were observed in 12 knowledge and attitude measures.
- Gender differences were noted in 11 measures.
- Trends toward healthier weight were observed, though not statistically significant. Five health infomercials were produced.
Conclusions:
- The school environment is an effective setting for delivering health promotion to migrant children.
- This intervention can serve as a prototype for future middle school health programs.
- Culturally tailored, multimedia approaches enhance learning and retention.
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