Rachel A Jones
Biographic Data
| ID | 5835632 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Rachel A Jones |
| GIVEN NAMES | Rachel A |
| FAMILY NAME | Jones |
| SIGNATURE | JONES R A |
| AFFILIATIONS | University of Wollongong |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-5384-1941 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 18 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 18 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2007 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
WHO guidelines on physical activity, sedentary behaviour, and sleep for children under 5
WHO’s ‘24-hour movement guidelines’ provide integrated recommendations for physical activity, sedentary behaviour, and sleep to improve health outcomes in children aged 0–5. This study aimed to examine stakeholders’ perceptions about these guidelines to inform its future adoption, adaptation, and implementation decisions in Mongolia. Key stakeholders involved in young children's health and development were recruited through purposive sampling and…
Stakeholder perspectives of an experiential learning program at a children’s museum to promote healthy eating and physical activity
Key stakeholders (museum staff and caregivers) provided insights regarding perceived feasibility and acceptability of the HL program delivered in the children's museum. Preliminary findings highlight the potential of children's museums as a setting for EL health eating and physical activity programs. Further, this study highlights the significance of stakeholder engagement, collaboration, and incorporation of hands-on and enjoyable activities to …
A systematic literature review of attitudes, intentions and behaviours of teaching academics pertaining to AI and generative AI (GenAI) in higher education
The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) has outpaced existing research and regulatory frameworks in higher education, leading to varied institutional responses. Although some educators and institutions have embraced AI and generative AI (GenAI), other individuals remain cautious. This systematic literature review explored teaching academics' attitudes, perceptions and intentions towards AI and GenAI, identifying perceived benefits a…
Associations between the movement environment and preschooler's physical activity and sedentary time in Norwegian preschools
The quality of the preschool environment may affect preschooler's levels of physical activity and sedentary time. In this paper, we aimed to assess the quality of the preschool movement environment and associations between the movement environment and children's physical activity and sedentary time in Norwegian preschools. A sample of 71 departments within 46 preschools provided data on the Movement Environment Rating Scale (MOVERS). 794 children…
Movement guidelines for young children
Background Early childhood is a critical period during which patterns of movement behaviors are formed. The World Health Organization had endorsed guidelines for physical activity, sedentary behavior and sleep over a 24-h time period, which had been adopted by the Center for Health Protection of Hong Kong. This paper reports on stakeholder engagements that were conducted to inform the design of strategies to disseminate the guidelines in early ch…
Student Experiences and Changing Science Interest When Transitioning from K-12 to College
Student attitude and involvement in the sciences may be positively or negatively influenced through both formal academic experiences and informal experiences outside the classroom. Researchers have reported that differences in science interest between genders begin early in a student’s career and that attitudes towards a particular field of science can be correlated to achievement in that field. In this study, we approach the question of how atti…
Parent Fruit and Vegetable Consumption Outcomes from the Translational ‘Time for Healthy Habits’ Trial
Healthy eating and active living interventions targeting parents of young children could have benefits for both children and parents. The aim of this study was to assess the effectiveness of two remotely delivered healthy eating and active living interventions delivered at scale to parents, in increasing parent vegetable and fruit consumption (pre-specified secondary outcomes). Parents of children aged 2-6 years residing in New South Wales, Austr…
Educator perceptions of free-flowing routines in early childhood education and care
There is ongoing interest in free-flowing routines in early childhood education and care settings (ECEC), however little is known about educators’ perceptions of free-flowing routines. Therefore, the aim of this study was to explore the perceptions of educators regarding free-flowing routines. A focus group and five semi-structured interviews were conducted. Four main themes were identified: learning outcomes, learning opportunities, team charact…
A validation and reliability study of the Movement Environmental Rating Scale (Movers)
The aim of this study was to determine the validity and reliability of the Movement Environment Rating Scale (MOVERS), using data from 13 early childhood education and care (ECEC) settings. Test-retest reliability was calculated using ICCs, percentage agreement and weighted Kappa. Internal consistency was examined using Cronbach’s alpha. To examine concurrent validity between the MOVERS and Sustained Shared Thinking and Emotional Well-being Scale…
Sleep and BMI in South African urban and rural, high and low-income preschool children
Shorter sleep is associated with a higher BMI z-score in South African preschoolers, despite high levels of PA, with UL children appearing to be particularly vulnerable
Relationships Between the Home Learning Environment, Weight Status, and Dietary Intake
Screen Time and Sleep of Rural and Urban South African Preschool Children
This study aimed to investigate the extent to which preschool children meet guidelines for screen time ( n = 27, urban low-income n = 96 and rural low-income n = 142) completed a questionnaire. Urban high-income children had higher rates of exceeding screen time guidelines (67.0%) than children from urban low-income (26.0%) and rural low-income (3.5%) settings. Most children (81.0%) met sleep guidelines on weekdays and on weekends (75.0%). More u…
Translation of two healthy eating and active living support programs for parents of 2–6 year old children
UTN: U1111-1228-9748, ACTRN: 12619000396123p
Cross-sectional associations of physical activity and gross motor proficiency with adiposity in South African children of pre-school age
Objective The study aimed to investigate the relationship between physical activity, gross motor skills and adiposity in South African children of pre-school age. Design Cross-sectional study. Setting High-income urban, and low-income urban and rural settings in South Africa. Participants Children (3–6 years old, n 268) were recruited from urban high-income ( n 46), urban low-income ( n 91) and rural low-income ( n 122) settings. Height and weigh…
A collaborative approach to adopting/adapting guidelines - The Australian 24-Hour Movement Guidelines for the early years (Birth to 5 years)
To our knowledge, this is only the second time the GRADE-ADOLOPMENT approach has been used. Following this approach, the judgments of the Australian Consensus Panel did not differ sufficiently to change the directions and strength of the recommendations and as such, the Canadian recommendations were adopted with very minor alterations. This allowed the Guidelines to be developed much faster and at lower cost. As such, we would recommend the GRADE…
Increasing physical activity among young children from disadvantaged communities
Australian and New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry No: ACTRN12614000597695 , first received: June 5, 2014
Tracking Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior in Childhood
The Hikcups trial
Importantly this paper describes how HIKCUPS addresses some of the short falls in the current literature pertaining to the efficacy of child obesity interventions. The HIKCUPS trial is funded by the National Medical Research Council, Australia
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The Hikcups trial
Importantly this paper describes how HIKCUPS addresses some of the short falls in the current literature pertaining to the efficacy of child obesity interventions. The HIKCUPS trial is funded by the National Medical Research Council, Australia
Tracking Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior in Childhood
Increasing physical activity among young children from disadvantaged communities
Australian and New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry No: ACTRN12614000597695 , first received: June 5, 2014
A collaborative approach to adopting/adapting guidelines - The Australian 24-Hour Movement Guidelines for the early years (Birth to 5 years)
To our knowledge, this is only the second time the GRADE-ADOLOPMENT approach has been used. Following this approach, the judgments of the Australian Consensus Panel did not differ sufficiently to change the directions and strength of the recommendations and as such, the Canadian recommendations were adopted with very minor alterations. This allowed the Guidelines to be developed much faster and at lower cost. As such, we would recommend the GRADE…
Cross-sectional associations of physical activity and gross motor proficiency with adiposity in South African children of pre-school age
Objective The study aimed to investigate the relationship between physical activity, gross motor skills and adiposity in South African children of pre-school age. Design Cross-sectional study. Setting High-income urban, and low-income urban and rural settings in South Africa. Participants Children (3–6 years old, n 268) were recruited from urban high-income ( n 46), urban low-income ( n 91) and rural low-income ( n 122) settings. Height and weigh…
Screen Time and Sleep of Rural and Urban South African Preschool Children
This study aimed to investigate the extent to which preschool children meet guidelines for screen time ( n = 27, urban low-income n = 96 and rural low-income n = 142) completed a questionnaire. Urban high-income children had higher rates of exceeding screen time guidelines (67.0%) than children from urban low-income (26.0%) and rural low-income (3.5%) settings. Most children (81.0%) met sleep guidelines on weekdays and on weekends (75.0%). More u…
Translation of two healthy eating and active living support programs for parents of 2–6 year old children
UTN: U1111-1228-9748, ACTRN: 12619000396123p
A validation and reliability study of the Movement Environmental Rating Scale (Movers)
The aim of this study was to determine the validity and reliability of the Movement Environment Rating Scale (MOVERS), using data from 13 early childhood education and care (ECEC) settings. Test-retest reliability was calculated using ICCs, percentage agreement and weighted Kappa. Internal consistency was examined using Cronbach’s alpha. To examine concurrent validity between the MOVERS and Sustained Shared Thinking and Emotional Well-being Scale…
Sleep and BMI in South African urban and rural, high and low-income preschool children
Shorter sleep is associated with a higher BMI z-score in South African preschoolers, despite high levels of PA, with UL children appearing to be particularly vulnerable
Relationships Between the Home Learning Environment, Weight Status, and Dietary Intake
Movement guidelines for young children
Background Early childhood is a critical period during which patterns of movement behaviors are formed. The World Health Organization had endorsed guidelines for physical activity, sedentary behavior and sleep over a 24-h time period, which had been adopted by the Center for Health Protection of Hong Kong. This paper reports on stakeholder engagements that were conducted to inform the design of strategies to disseminate the guidelines in early ch…
Student Experiences and Changing Science Interest When Transitioning from K-12 to College
Student attitude and involvement in the sciences may be positively or negatively influenced through both formal academic experiences and informal experiences outside the classroom. Researchers have reported that differences in science interest between genders begin early in a student’s career and that attitudes towards a particular field of science can be correlated to achievement in that field. In this study, we approach the question of how atti…
Parent Fruit and Vegetable Consumption Outcomes from the Translational ‘Time for Healthy Habits’ Trial
Healthy eating and active living interventions targeting parents of young children could have benefits for both children and parents. The aim of this study was to assess the effectiveness of two remotely delivered healthy eating and active living interventions delivered at scale to parents, in increasing parent vegetable and fruit consumption (pre-specified secondary outcomes). Parents of children aged 2-6 years residing in New South Wales, Austr…
Educator perceptions of free-flowing routines in early childhood education and care
There is ongoing interest in free-flowing routines in early childhood education and care settings (ECEC), however little is known about educators’ perceptions of free-flowing routines. Therefore, the aim of this study was to explore the perceptions of educators regarding free-flowing routines. A focus group and five semi-structured interviews were conducted. Four main themes were identified: learning outcomes, learning opportunities, team charact…
Associations between the movement environment and preschooler's physical activity and sedentary time in Norwegian preschools
The quality of the preschool environment may affect preschooler's levels of physical activity and sedentary time. In this paper, we aimed to assess the quality of the preschool movement environment and associations between the movement environment and children's physical activity and sedentary time in Norwegian preschools. A sample of 71 departments within 46 preschools provided data on the Movement Environment Rating Scale (MOVERS). 794 children…
A systematic literature review of attitudes, intentions and behaviours of teaching academics pertaining to AI and generative AI (GenAI) in higher education
The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) has outpaced existing research and regulatory frameworks in higher education, leading to varied institutional responses. Although some educators and institutions have embraced AI and generative AI (GenAI), other individuals remain cautious. This systematic literature review explored teaching academics' attitudes, perceptions and intentions towards AI and GenAI, identifying perceived benefits a…
Stakeholder perspectives of an experiential learning program at a children’s museum to promote healthy eating and physical activity
Key stakeholders (museum staff and caregivers) provided insights regarding perceived feasibility and acceptability of the HL program delivered in the children's museum. Preliminary findings highlight the potential of children's museums as a setting for EL health eating and physical activity programs. Further, this study highlights the significance of stakeholder engagement, collaboration, and incorporation of hands-on and enjoyable activities to …
WHO guidelines on physical activity, sedentary behaviour, and sleep for children under 5
WHO’s ‘24-hour movement guidelines’ provide integrated recommendations for physical activity, sedentary behaviour, and sleep to improve health outcomes in children aged 0–5. This study aimed to examine stakeholders’ perceptions about these guidelines to inform its future adoption, adaptation, and implementation decisions in Mongolia. Key stakeholders involved in young children's health and development were recruited through purposive sampling and…
Medicine (13 works) · Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet (11 works) · Psychology (11 works) · Children's Physical and Motor Development (8 works) · Developmental psychology (8 works) · Physical therapy (6 works) · Biostatistics (5 works) · Nursing (5 works) · Public health (5 works) · Early Childhood Education and Development (4 works)