Authors : Jincy James; Smithashree Anand

Volume/Issue : Volume 8 - 2023, Issue 6 - June

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.8181590

Abstract : Aims & Objectives: The goal of the research study is to assess the effectiveness of video assisted teaching programme on knowledge regarding yoga eye exercises to prevent digital eye strain among high school students.  Methods: Pre-experimental one group pre-test post-test design was used to assess the effectiveness of Video Assisted Teaching Program on knowledge regarding yoga eye exercises to prevent digital eye strain among high school students in selected schools at Mysuru. A structured knowledge questionnaire was prepared and used to assess the effectiveness of Video Assisted Teaching Program. Reliability (R=0.92) of the tool was tested. The study was carried out in Shanthala Vidya Peetha at Mysuru by Non probability convenient sampling technique, 60 high school students were selected. Structured knowledge questionnaire was administered to collect the needed data. Data was analysed by using descriptive and inferential statistics.With regard to the knowledge assessment, the mean pre test score was 15.3 and post test score was 25.75. The mean difference between pre-test score and post test score was 10.42.This showed that VAT on knowledge regarding yoga eye exercises to prevent digital eye strain was effective. Therefore the research hypothesis (H1) is accepted, i.e. there is significant difference between mean pre-test and mean post-testknowledge score.  Interpretation and Conclusion: This study revealed that the VATP on knowledge regarding yoga eye exercises to prevent digital eye strain among high school students was effective.

Keywords : VATP; Knowledge; Yoga Eye Exercise; Digital Eye Strain.