Qualitative Findings from an Experientially Designed Exercise Immunology Course: Holistic Wellness Benefits, Self-Efficacy Gains, and Integration of Prior Course Learning

Authors

Jennifer R. Curry, Louisiana State UniversityFollow
Laura Fazio-Griffith, Louisiana State UniversityFollow
Russell Carson, Louisiana State UniversityFollow
Laura Stewart, Louisiana State University-Baton RougeFollow

Abstract

Experiential education is a well documented approach to engaging student learners. This manuscript presents findings from a qualitative inquiry, specifically focus group discussions, investigating the perceptions of 28 student participants in a learning opportunity provided to a kinesiology class involving structured group exercise (marathon training). Findings revealed participants’ gains in holistic wellness development, general and specified efficacy, and understanding and integration of course content.

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Curry, Jennifer R.; Fazio-Griffith, Laura; Carson, Russell; and Stewart, Laura (2010) "Qualitative Findings from an Experientially Designed Exercise Immunology Course: Holistic Wellness Benefits, Self-Efficacy Gains, and Integration of Prior Course Learning," International Journal for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning: Vol. 4: No. 1, Article 6.
Available at: https://doi.org/10.20429/ijsotl.2010.040106