The International Journal of Aquatic Research and Education (IJARE) is dedicated to advancing the knowledge and practices of non-competitive human aquatic professionals worldwide.
This peer-reviewed scholarly quarterly journal publishes significant non-competitive evidence-based human aquatic research findings, articulates unique and innovative ideas in aquatics, challenges current practices and proposed changes, and disseminates information about the latest and best use of aquatic equipment, facilities, and practices.
Due to the open access and electronic nature of the International Journal of Aquatic Research and Education, we are welcoming proposals from reputable organizations and agencies for "special issues." Contact the Editor if you would like to explore a topic-based special issue.
Current Issue: Volume 14, Number 4 (February 2025)
In This Issue 14:4
Greetings from the founding editor of IJARE. I think you will enjoy the diversity of topics residing in this final issue of Volume 14 of IJARE. Read In This Issue 14:4 in the front matter for a short digest describing the papers published in this issue! I predict that a number of the articles in Issue 14:4 shall make important contributions to the aquatic literature so I recommend checking them out.Front Matter
In This Issue 14:4
Stephen J. Langendorfer Ph.D.
Editorial
Goggles and Water Competence: An Addendum
Marek Rejman and Robert Keig Stallman Ph.D.
Research Articles
The Perceived Benefits of and Barriers to Open-Water Swimming: A Mixed-Methods Examination
David Elliott Ph.D and Mark A. Christie Ph.D
Construct Validity, Test-Retest Reliability, and Inter-Rater Objectivity of the Swimming Competence Assessment Scale (SCAS)
Jon Sundan, Håvard Lorås, and Monika Haga
Evaluation of Online Information on the Cold Shock Response to Accidental Immersion in Cold Water
Adam Wilson, Heather Massey, and Clare M. Eglin
Water Orientation Skills and Basic Safety and Swimming Skills of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Kelle L. Murphy and Min Liu
Education Articles
"Feel For The Water": What Is It, Really?
Robert Keig Stallman and Kristine De Martelaer
Fighting instinct: The Brain, Emotions and Decision-making in the Water
Jill Nash and Sam Hills
Scientific Literature Review
A Preventionist Framework for Reducing Drowning: A Case for Parenting Interventions
Miriam G. Clark, Linda Quan, and Patricia Chamberlain
