PREHealth: Synthesis report of the urban open space users’ surveys in Darmstadt, Athens, Győr, and Eindhoven. International Synthesis Report.

The Synthesis Report presents the main results of the surveys that have been carried as part of the project PREHealth in the 4 participating cities. The locations where the face-to-face surveys have been carried out in selected open spaces are presented, followed by explanations regarding the specific characteristics of the face-to-face and online surveys. The main findings of the face-to-face and online surveys are presented and a detailed comparison of the differences and similarities identified is included. The main results of the correlation analysis between the profile characteristics of open space visitors and their behavioural characteristics are presented with reference to the four cities that took part in the research. Finally the conclusions are presented

Learning through work experience in Britain

Work experience has traditionally been a part of industrial training, either informally through on-the-job learning or, more formally, as a component of occupational training programmes. However, work experience as a mode of training has not been systematically researched. Apart from Watts, there is little advice available on how work experience can be designed as an effective vehicle for learning

Spatial Distribution and Quality of Urban Public Spaces in the Attica Region (Greece) during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Survey-Based Analysis

This study investigates the spatial distribution and quality of urban public spaces in the Attica region during the COVID-19 pandemic. A questionnaire survey was conducted to gather data on the availability, accessibility, and quality of open urban public spaces. The findings indicate that, although several respondents reported the presence of outdoor public spaces in their respective areas, these spaces often did not meet the desired quality standards. Notably, a clear preference was expressed for open public spaces located within a convenient walking distance, typically within a 15-min walk. Quality assessments varied across different sectors of Attica, with the central Athens and central Piraeus sectors receiving lower ratings in terms of availability, quality, and safety. Compared to the rest of Attica, the residential suburbs of Athens’s Northern Sector appear to have more accessible, safe, and well-maintained public areas. The research underscores the critical importance of quality public spaces, particularly during times of crisis. This study emphasizes the need for a re-evaluation of urban planning strategies to ensure that public spaces remain functional and accessible to citizens