Evaluation of SNAP-Ed Online Modules to Improve Responsive Feeding Practices of Caregivers

Evaluation of SNAP-Ed Online Modules to Improve Responsive Feeding Practices of Caregivers

Evaluation of three online modules developed by the Center for Childhood Obesity Research for caregivers of children ages 5-12 years old participating in SNAP-Ed programing.

the Center for Childhood Obesity Research developed three online modules for caregivers of children ages 5-12 years old who are participating in SNAP-Ed programming. These modules were developed to be used within the context of normal programming that participants will receive in any given year. The specific aim are as follows:

Aim #1: To examine acceptability of these modules by caregivers participating in SNAP-Ed programming. This will be assessed by evaluating acceptability questions answered by participants after completing the modules.

Aim #2: To examine the feasibility of these modules by caregivers participating in SNAP-Ed programming, assessed by >60% completion rate of all three modules.

Online module content will focus on topics such as:

• Shared Responsibility of Feeding:
• Parent Provides, Child Decides
• Family Mealtimes
• Hunger and Fullness
• Avoiding use of controlling feeding practices

Inclusion Criteria:

• Primary caregiver of a child between the ages of 2 to 16 years
• Over the age of 18
• English-speaking
• Have a reliable internet source and active email account so they can access the online modules

Exclusion Criteria:

• Are not the primary caregivers of a child between the ages of 2 to 16 years
• Are under the age of 18
• Are not English-speaking
• Do not have a reliable internet source or email address