Search Results - "Sibthorp, Jim"

Developing an evidence-based framework of contemporary character development at Outward Bound Schools.

Authors: Sibthorp, Jim Rushford, Nick Allison, Pete et al.

Source: PLoS ONE. 6/21/2026, Vol. 21 Issue 6, p1-21. 21p.

Empathy in an ecosystem: A longitudinal study examining contributions of summer camp and school experiences to empathy during early adolescence.

Authors: Spielvogel, Bryn Lubeznik-Warner, Robert P. Sibthorp, Jim et al.

Source: Applied Developmental Science. 2026, Vol. 30 Issue 1, p52-70. 19p.

Subjects: Empathy, Adolescence, Ecosystems, Developmental psychology, Social development, Longitudinal method, Classroom environment, Campers (Persons)

Understanding How Outdoor Adventure Education Experiences Can Support Gap Year Students' Transition to College.

Authors: Froehly, Michael Sibthorp, Jim Rochelle, Shannon

Source: Journal of Experiential Education. Dec2025, Vol. 48 Issue 4, p582-602. 21p.

Subject Terms: *Gap years, *Postsecondary education, *Adventure education, *Qualitative research, *College student adjustment, *Vocational interests, *Young adults, Social cohesion

Situating Semester Schools in the Landscape of High School Learning

Authors: Meerts-Brandsma, Lisa Riley, Michael Sibthorp, Jim

Source: Learning Environments Research. Oct 2023 26(3):663-679.

Peer Reviewed: Y

Page Count: 17

Descriptors: Semester System, High School Students, Outcomes of Education, Student Attitudes, Teacher Student Relationship, Peer Relationship, Teaching Methods, Nontraditional Education, Learning Activities, Sense of Community, Integrated Curriculum, Boarding Schools

Experiential Education Programs: Fertile Environments for Identity Formation

Authors: Meerts-Brandsma, Lisa Melton, Theresa Sibthorp, Jim

Source: Journal of Experiential Education. 2023 46(4):412-432.

Peer Reviewed: Y

Page Count: 21

Descriptors: Context Effect, Experiential Learning, Self Concept, Student Attitudes, Profiles, Teacher Student Relationship, Self Concept Measures, High School Students, Social Values, Student Characteristics

Experiential Education and Self-Authorship: An Examination of Students Enrolled in Immersion High Schools

Authors: Ricks, Meagan Meerts-Brandsma, Lisa Sibthorp, Jim

Source: Journal of Experiential Education. Mar 2021 44(1):65-83.

Peer Reviewed: Y

Page Count: 19

Descriptors: Immersion Programs, Self Concept, Experiential Learning, High School Students, Decision Making, Futures (of Society), Self Actualization, Student Attitudes, Epistemology, Interpersonal Relationship, Teaching Methods, Student Surveys, Personal Autonomy

Considering Transformative Learning for Adolescents Enrolled at Semester Schools

Authors: Meerts-Brandsma, Lisa Sibthorp, Jim

Source: Journal of Transformative Education. Jan 2021 19(1):7-28.

Peer Reviewed: Y

Page Count: 22

Descriptors: Transformative Learning, High School Students, Adolescents, Student Attitudes, Semester System, Experiential Learning, Reflection, Teacher Student Relationship, Educational Environment, Individual Development, Self Concept

Emerging Adults' Perceptions of Summer Camp as Meaningful Work

Authors: Warner, Robert P. Povilaitis, Victoria Sibthorp, Jim et al.

Source: Journal of Outdoor Recreation, Education, and Leadership. 2021 13(2):16-31.

Peer Reviewed: Y

Page Count: 16

Descriptors: Young Adults, Late Adolescents, Summer Programs, Camps, Employees, Job Satisfaction, Individual Development, Sense of Community, Altruism, Congruence (Psychology), Self Concept, Seasonal Employment, Recreational Activities

Access URL: https://js.sagamorepub.com/jorel/article/view/10539

Neither Camper nor Staff: Understanding Counselor-in-Training Programs

Authors: Riley, Michael Dickerson, Jessie Sibthorp, Jim et al.

Source: Journal of Outdoor Recreation, Education, and Leadership. 2021 13(1):23-39.

Peer Reviewed: Y

Page Count: 17

Descriptors: Camps, Counselor Training, Administrator Attitudes, Social Emotional Learning, Experiential Learning, Outcomes of Education, Leadership Training, Outdoor Education, Educational Benefits, Self Control, Adolescents, Summer Programs

Camp Employment as a Developmental Setting for Emerging Adults: A National Mixed-Methods Study

Authors: Povilaitis, Victoria Sibthorp, Jim Richmond, Dan

Source: Journal of Outdoor Recreation, Education, and Leadership. 2021 13(1):64-81.

Peer Reviewed: Y

Page Count: 18

Descriptors: Camps, Employment, Young Adults, Adult Development, Summer Programs, Interpersonal Competence, Leadership, Measures (Individuals), Self Management, Persistence, Employee Attitudes

An Empirically Derived Framework for Building Strong Outdoor Education Partnerships.

Authors: Meerts-Brandsma, Lisa Lambert, Hilary Spielvogel, Bryn et al.

Source: Educational Policy. May2026, Vol. 40 Issue 3, p381-409. 29p.

Subjects: OUTDOOR education, EDUCATIONAL leadership, BUSINESS partnerships, POLICY sciences, STEM education, SOCIAL skills

Active Ingredients of Learning at Summer Camp

Authors: Sibthorp, Jim Wilson, Cait Povilaitis, Victoria et al.

Source: Journal of Outdoor and Environmental Education. Mar 2020 23(1):21-37.

Peer Reviewed: Y

Page Count: 17

Descriptors: Summer Programs, Youth, Program Effectiveness, Social Development, Emotional Development, Staff Role, Role Models, Peer Relationship, Social Environment, Interaction, Resident Camp Programs, Learning Activities, Recreational Activities

Implications of Shortening Outdoor Adventure Education Courses: Identifying Prioritized Outcomes and Effective Processes

Authors: Rushford, Nick DiRenzo, Amy Furman, Nate et al.

Source: Journal of Outdoor Recreation, Education, and Leadership. 2020 12(2):164-180.

Peer Reviewed: Y

Page Count: 17

Descriptors: Outdoor Education, Adventure Education, Program Length, Program Effectiveness, Outcomes of Education, Program Design, Needs Assessment, Administrator Attitudes, Experiential Learning, Self Concept, Interpersonal Competence, Leadership, Consciousness Raising

Geographic Terms: Colorado

Access URL: https://js.sagamorepub.com/jorel/article/view/9963

Using Transformative Learning Theory to Understand Outdoor Adventure Education

Authors: Meerts-Brandsma, Lisa Sibthorp, Jim Rochelle, Shannon

Source: Journal of Adventure Education and Outdoor Learning. 2020 20(4):381-394.

Peer Reviewed: Y

Page Count: 14

Descriptors: Transformative Learning, Outdoor Education, Adventure Education, Learning Theories, Student Attitudes, Leadership Training, Outcomes of Education, Learning Activities, Reflection, Attitude Change, College Students, Rating Scales

Learning Transfer in Socioeconomically Differentiated Outdoor Adventure Education Students

Authors: Meerts-Brandsma, Lisa Sibthorp, Jim Rochelle, Shannon

Source: Journal of Experiential Education. Sep 2019 42(3):213-228.

Peer Reviewed: Y

Page Count: 16

Descriptors: Adventure Education, Minority Group Students, Disproportionate Representation, Socioeconomic Status, Low Income Students, Transfer of Training, Student Attitudes, Scholarships, College Students, Outcomes of Education, Program Effectiveness

Geographic Terms: Utah

Comparing summer camp to other summertime settings: An explanatory-sequential mixed-methods study.

Authors: Lubeznik-Warner, Robert P. Sibthorp, Jim Richmond, Dan et al.

Source: Journal of Leisure Research. 2024, Vol. 55 Issue 4, p506-526. 21p.

Navigating the ecosystem of summertime activity choices for youth: a multiple case study analysis.

Authors: Richmond, Dan Sibthorp, Jim

Source: Leisure/Loisir: Journal of the Canadian Association for Leisure Studies. Nov2025, Vol. 49 Issue 4, p867-894. 28p.

The Developmental Value of Independent Student Expeditions in Outdoor Adventure Education for Emerging Adult-Aged Participants.

Authors: Riley, Michael Sibthorp, Jim Rochelle, Shannon

Source: Journal of Outdoor Recreation, Education & Leadership. 2024, Vol. 16 Issue 2, p35-51. 17p.

Bridging the Opportunity Gap: College Access Programs and Outdoor Adventure Education

Authors: Richmond, Dan Sibthorp, Jim

Source: Journal of Outdoor Recreation, Education, and Leadership. 2019 11(4):301-319.

Peer Reviewed: Y

Page Count: 19

Descriptors: High School Students, College Preparation, College Bound Students, College Readiness, Access to Education, Adventure Education, Outdoor Education, Low Income Students, Student Attitudes, Attitude Change, Self Efficacy, Help Seeking, Leadership, Self Control, Sense of Community, Experiential Learning, Youth Programs, Urban Schools

Geographic Terms: Texas, Georgia, California (Los Angeles)

Helping Outdoor Education Student Groups Learn Collaboratively in the Absence of Instructors.

Authors: Riley, Michael Sibthorp, Jim Rochelle, Shannon

Source: Journal of Experiential Education. Mar2026, p1.