@article{ref1,
title="The impact of outdoor youth programs on positive adolescent development: study protocol for a controlled crossover trial",
journal="International journal of educational research (Oxford)",
year="2018",
author="Williams, Ian R. and Rose, Lauren M. and Olsson, Craig A. and Patton, George C. and Allen, Nicholas B.",
volume="87",
number="",
pages="22-35",
abstract="This paper presents a research protocol for a quasi-experimental crossover trial of an outdoor adventure program for Year 9 school students in Australia. Previous studies have reported a range of positive outcomes of outdoor camps and adventure programs but warrant cautious interpretation due to limitations in research methods typically employed. This study takes place over a period of 36 months and examines a purpose-designed, seven-day outdoor program (camp) intended to promote positive adjustment in young people. Up to 400 participants (ages 14-16 years) will be recruited from across two Victorian secondary schools. Outcome measures include self-reported social and emotional health, and teacher-reported ratings of academic performance and school conduct. <br><br>RESULTS will be of interest to educators internationally and those involved in improving social and emotional health in adolescents.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="0883-0355",
doi="10.1016/j.ijer.2017.10.004",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ijer.2017.10.004"
}