Do you recommend physical activity in the classroom?
Answer
Yes, I recommend physical activity in the classroom to decrease stress and help with attention. For example, I knew a special education teacher who had a classroom of teenage boys. As she transitioned from one activity to another, she would have them march to the beat of a drum. When they sat down to do their work, they were all able to focus and stay on task. I think physcial activity in small doses (30-60 seconds) throughout the day can be very helpful. Some ideas can be running in place or standing up to get the wiggles out.
Rondalyn V. Whitney, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA
Dr. Rondalyn Whitney is an Associate Professor and Director of faculty Development & Scholarship at West Virginia University. Dr. Whitney writes prolifically on the barriers occupational participation primarily in families raising children with developmental disabilities. Dr. Whitney’s research interests are in health related quality of life, toxic stress, and emotional disclosure through personal narrative and journal writing. Her primary outcome variable of interest is enhanced social participation for individuals with disabilities and their families. She is currently completing an advanced certificate in Narrative Medicine at Columbia University. Please see Dr. Whitney’s profile on LinkedIn for more information or contact her at [email protected]
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