Journal article
Exploring stakeholders’ perceptions of the acceptability, usability, and dissemination of the Australian 24-Hour Movement Guidelines for the Early Years
Journal of physical activity & health, Vol.17(1), pp.120-125
01/01/2020
PMID: 31357261
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Abstract
Background: Australian 24-Hour Movement Guidelines for the Early Years were recently developed. To maximize the uptake of the guidelines, perceptions of key stakeholders were sought.
Methods: Thirty-five stakeholders (11% Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent) participated in focus groups or key informant interviews. Stakeholders included parents of children aged 0–5 years, early childhood educators, and health and policy professionals, recruited using convenience and snowballing techniques. Focus groups and interviews were audio-recorded and transcribed verbatim. Data were analyzed inductively using thematic analysis.
Results: There was general acceptance of the Movement Guidelines. The stakeholders suggested that the Guidelines were highly aspirational and needed to be carefully messaged, so parents did not feel guilty if their child was not meeting them. Stakeholders identified that the messaging needed to be culturally appropriate and visually appealing. Dissemination strategies differed depending on the stakeholder.
Conclusion: Seeking stakeholder perceptions is an important process in the development of national Movement Guidelines. This study successfully examined stakeholders’ perceptions regarding the acceptability, usability, and dissemination of the Australian 24-Hour Movement Guidelines. Effective and innovative strategies for maximizing compliance and uptake of the Guidelines should be prioritized.
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- Title
- Exploring stakeholders’ perceptions of the acceptability, usability, and dissemination of the Australian 24-Hour Movement Guidelines for the Early Years
- Creators
- Rebecca Stanley - University of WollongongRachel Jones - University of WollongongHayley Christian - University of Western AustraliaJulie Sherring - University of WollongongTrevor ShiltonChristian Francis James Swann - Southern Cross UniversityAnthony Okely - University of Wollongong
- Publication Details
- Journal of physical activity & health, Vol.17(1), pp.120-125
- Identifiers
- 991012865700002368
- Academic Unit
- Human Sciences; Faculty of Health; School of Health and Human Sciences
- Language
- English
- Resource Type
- Journal article