Table 2.
Parent feedback in relation to workshop experience and motivation
| Theme | Sub-theme | Supporting Quotes |
|---|---|---|
| Simple to use |
o Simple props/supplies o Use what’s available o Accessible |
- “Simple and straightforward” - “didn’t require a lot of equipment” - “access is so easy” |
| Life gets in the way |
o Time o Motivation o Implementing a routine |
- “Setting aside specific time. Scheduling is always hectic” - “Nothing other than my laziness” - “Time probably number 1” |
| Kids are interested | o Skills versus outcomes focused |
- “Not make it about how far but the skills level of it” - “more about technique rather than distance” - “Interested, he wants to do it” - “See their excitement and get excited about it” |
| Children differ | o Sibling development stages | - “I usually have both kids at the same time. Difference between kids” |
| We need reminding |
o Information fades o No reminders |
- “Hard to recall everything. Maybe a follow-up booklet or an outline of theories for activities” - “forget activities” |