A Video Study of School Children's Behavior During a Forest Field Activity Program

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A study was conducted to examine the behavior of schoolchildren using a video camera with the aim of using the information to improve forest field educational programs. We provided the children with head-mounted video cameras, and asked them to stroll along a path in a natural forest for about 50 minutes. The children's behavior was analyzed on the basis of both the video information and reports made by the children after the activity. From the results of the investigation, we comfirmed that video information about schoolchildren's behavior was useful for improvement of field educational programs. Specific findings were as follows: (1) For forest field educational activity, it is necessary to devise a program that allows children to touch many natural materials. (2) The important role of the teacher as a facilitator during the activity hour was emphasized. (3) It is necessary to ensure that sufficient time is allowed for exploration activity. (4) It is desirable for children to carry out activities on a group basis. (5) The content of the field activity experienced by children should be grasped using multiple means, including not only video information but also reports made by the children after the activity.
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