scholarly journals KNOWLEDGE ABOUT HEALTH OUTCOMES IN COLLEGE STUDENTS [Kennesaw State University]

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anjie Ashley Adeyemo ◽  
Cameron Pearson ◽  
Brooke Bentley ◽  
Lora Asberry ◽  
Margot Aldana ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Young Adults ◽  
Academic Success ◽  
Disease Prevention ◽  
Health Outcomes ◽  
Health Knowledge ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
State University ◽  
Correct Information ◽  
Wellness Course

Research has shown that science-related majors who are exposed to information pertaining to their general and physical health have a better understanding of what is needed for a healthy lifestyle compared to their counterparts in majors outside of the sciences (Ferkel et al., 2014). Previous research has shown an increase in unhealthy choices amongst young adults, specifically college students (Abraham et al., 2018). The purpose of this research is to determine the extent to which students in different majors know correct information about their health. Questions via survey will be proposed to various majors at Kennesaw State University pertaining to different health topics with the goal of comparing different majors on their health knowledge or misconceptions. After the survey, there will be a post information guide to which the answers will be given. The purpose of the post information guide is to further educate college students about the choices they make and the effect those choices will have on their body and academic success. The questions will focus on how topics such as binge drinking, nutrition, water consumption, and disease prevention. This information could help us find which body of students have the most misconceptions about health and how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. This information could improve incoming and current students’ outlook on health. Also, this information could improve our university’s required wellness course by helping to inform instructors about health topics that are commonly misconstrued.

scholarly journals SUSTAINING ACADEMIC SUCCESS THROUGH EFFECTIVE CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 213-221
Author(s):  
Bonimar T. Afalla ◽  
Fitzgerald L. Fabelico
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Academic Performance ◽  
Academic Success ◽  
Classroom Management ◽  
Time Management ◽  
Management Practices ◽  
The Philippines ◽  
State University ◽  
Grade Point ◽  
Teaching Learning

Purpose of the study: This study ascertained the classroom management practices of teachers and their relationship to the academic performance of college students of a state university in the Philippines. Methodology: As a correlational study, 317 randomly selected senior college students served as respondents. A survey questionnaire was used to determine the level of teachers’ classroom management practices. The Grade Point Averages (GPAs) of the students constitute their academic performance. Frequency, percentage, mean, and Pearson r were used to analyse gathered data statistically. Main Findings: When the teachers give priority to the physical classroom condition, the students tend to feel relaxed and comfortable, thereby displaying a higher level of academic performance. Further, students performed better when the teachers positively reinforced their responses. Furthermore, the students’ better performance in their educational undertakings is linked with teachers’ adeptness in time management. Applications of this study: To further improve the academic performance of students, teachers may strengthen the teaching-learning process through the following provisions: inspiring classroom setups, classroom enhancement programs (peer teaching, remedial and tutorial programs), appropriate educative measures and proper allocation of time. Novelty/Originality of this study: This study provides verifications that some aspects of classroom management such as physical condition, discipline, and time management are significantly linked to students’ academic success.

scholarly journals The HANS KAI Project: a community-based approach to improving health and well-being through peer support

2018 ◽  
Vol 38 (3) ◽  
pp. 135-146
Author(s):  
Alexandra Henteleff ◽  
Helena Wall
Keyword(s):  
Chronic Disease ◽  
Disease Prevention ◽  
Peer Support ◽  
Health Knowledge ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Health Indicators ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Chronic Disease Prevention ◽  
Positive Health ◽  
Study Objective

Introduction HANS KAI is a unique health promotion intervention to improve participants’ health by focussing on interrelated chronic disease prevention behaviours through peer support and strengthening of social support networks. The study objective was to determine the effectiveness of HANS KAI in an urban Canadian setting. Methods We used a mixed methods intervention research design that involved multiple sites from November 2010 to April 2015. Data was obtained from participant surveys as well as in-person interviews at zero, 6, 12 and 24 months. Participants met in groups at least once a month during the research period, to self-monitor health indicators, prepare and share a healthy snack, participate in a physical activity, set a healthy lifestyle goal (optional) and socialize. Results There were statistically significant mental health improvements from pre- to post-program, and 66% of the participants described specific behaviour changes as a result of HANS KAI participation. Additional positive health impacts included peer support; acquiring specific health knowledge; inspiration, motivation or accountability; the empowering effect of monitoring one’s own health indicators; overcoming social isolation and knowing how to better access services. Conclusion The need to identify innovative ways to address chronic disease prevention and management has been the driver for implementing and evaluating HANS KAI. While further research will be required to validate the present findings, it appears that HANS KAI may be an effective approach to create environments that empower community members to support each other while promoting healthy lifestyle choices and detecting early changes in health status.

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