Field Of Physical Education Research Articles

Epistemological (re)considerations on physical education in Brazil from the kinesiology of the United States: A horizon beyond the epithets

This study discusses theoretical reverberations that stand out in the field of Physical Education (PE) in Brazil in the face of epistemological discussions demarcated within the scope of PE in the USA from the 1960s onwards, and due to the contributions of the Disciplinary Movement and the context by which Kinesiology then established its position as a scope in the field of American PE. An exploratory literature review was carried out with the following guiding question: what is the impact of the epistemological developments of North American PE on the configuration of the general theory of PE in Brazil? From this perspective, we verified the authors in the Brazilian field who took a position on the resonances and limits arising from the conjectures of the scientific field of PE in the USA. Through this investigation, some processes of inhibition were highlighted by which the proposal of Kinesiology could not increase reflections in Brazil, with few exceptions.

Elevating Physical Education Teacher Through Technology Integration

This paper explores how the integration of educational technology (EdTech) has been incorporated into the field of physical education (PE) and explores the difficulties encountered by Physical Education teachers (PETs) in successfully implementing technology. Through a systematic secondary literature review spanning the past decade, this paper identifies several key challenges, including unpreparedness, a trial-and-error approach, a shift in teaching priorities, and variations in teacher effectiveness. These challenges underscore the pressing need for readiness, adaptability, and preparation in the face of unforeseen disruptions, particularly in the context of online instruction. This study presents substantial recommendations to address these issues, emphasizing the pivotal role of technology-infused teacher education programs and advocating for Physical Education teachers’ education (PETE) faculty to embrace technology leadership. By implementing these recommendations, PETE programs can better equip preservice teachers and faculty members to harness technology for more effective learning experiences. Consequently, this endeavor aims to elevate the quality of PE in our increasingly digitalized era.

Introduction of Technology in Physical Education During and After the Pandemic

Physical education is seen as an essential subject for the development of healthy habits and well-being, in line with Sustainable Development Goal. Furthermore, the impact of technology on all aspects of life is now an undeniable reality. The field of education is no exception, and digitalisation has undoubtedly been accelerated by the emergency situation resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. This paper aims to analyse the scientific production related to the field of physical education, technology, and the pandemic from a double perspective. A bibliometric approach was used to identify the variables of impact, collaboration, production, and dissemination. While the content analysis allowed us to delve deeper into the topics most frequently chosen by researchers, we found that the articles focused both on the circumstances experienced by practising teachers and on the adaptations made in the teaching/learning process with trainee teachers and students at different stages of education. Thus, technology has emerged as a fundamental tool in physical education during the pandemic, making it possible to develop or maintain better health and learning.

Exploring color concepts in physics education: Addressing common preconceptions among teachers‐in‐training

AbstractIn the field of physics education, the identification of students' preconceptions—especially regarding light and color—has been pivotal, as these foundational ideas often persist through higher education. Within teacher education, this is particularly crucial, as these early conceptions can deeply influence how future educators understand and teach these concepts, highlighting the need for an approach that weaves these initial understandings into a coherent scientific framework. Instructing students on color concepts reveals that many grapple with the fundamental optical principles. These initial understandings are integral to designing educational sequences that facilitate conceptual evolution, allowing for a deeper grasp of scientific ideas. This study aimed to examine and interpret the initial conceptions that aspiring primary and secondary educators hold about color and its optical fundamentals, while also developing and applying virtual teaching resources to promote a conceptual change about these foundational concepts. A quasi‐experimental approach was employed, comprising control and experimental groups, and utilizing both qualitative and quantitative methods for a comprehensive analysis. Engaging 409 trainee teachers through non‐probabilistic sampling, the study stratified participants by degree program. These groupings facilitated a comparative evaluation of the pedagogical efficacy of the educational resources developed. The study utilized an online assessment comprising single‐answer multiple‐choice questions, grounded in prior research, which was psychometrically validated. Educational tools were then developed and implemented to foster a deeper understanding of color concepts among prospective teachers. Results analysis highlighted the existence of preconceptions about color among participants from diverse educational backgrounds. The interventions employed were effective in catalyzing a shift in conceptual understanding and in elevating the knowledge levels of the trainee teachers.

Specifics of perception and assessment of motor experience in the pedagogy of motor activity and physical effort

In the pedagogical tradition of physical education, such an important factor as "personal movement experience" is not sufficiently represented. Neglecting the specified influencing factor significantly reduces the effectiveness of the pedagogical process of this discipline. The author's vision of the role of a person's motor experience in the communicative field of physical education and in the formed "attitudes" of an individual towards regular physical exertion is proposed in the work. The purpose of the study is to explain the significance of the interaction of psychophysiological, pedagogical and anthropological factors of personal motor experience in the context of the perception of physical efforts, in accordance with the specifics of role communication in physical education.
 The multifaceted effects of personal movement experience in the context of forming an attitude to physical education are revealed. According to the results of testing and a questionnaire survey (regarding key elements of attitude to physical education and loads) of first-year students of NAU, the following levels of the state of "motor experience" of students are proposed: "initial", "basic", "sufficient" and "sufficient plus". The specificity of the teacher's role communication is determined. Based on the results of the analysis and generalization of teaching experience, testing and questionnaires, the following sequence of acquiring a person’s motor experience was proposed: “initial”, “basic”, “sufficient”, “sufficient plus” with the provision of appropriate definitions.
 Conclusions:
 
 the lack of adequate personal motor experience calls into question at a certain stage the student’s subjectivity in the pedagogical process of physical education;
 stratification of the contingent of those who engage in personal movement experience reduces the effectiveness of physical education classes;
 a physical education teacher must adapt his motor experience to the general field of pedagogical practice in physical education.

Evaluación de la Actividad y Aptitud Física en el Modelo de Educación Deportiva: Revisión Sistemática

The sport education model (SEM) is the most widely researched and implemented pedagogical model in physical education (PE) field. The SEM promotes enthusiastic, competent, and literate people through sports has evolved through non-sports content, practical lessons, and physical conditioning to promote physical activity (PA) and fitness. This study aimed to systematically review the SEM PA and fitness outcomes reported in the PE and related fields and identify new trends for future research directions since Hastie et al.’s (2011) study. The research articles selected were found through six databases: ResearchGate, Web of Science, Scopus, SportDiscuss (EBSCO), ERIC (ProQuest), and Google Scholar. The articles were selected using the following criteria: (a) peer-reviewed studies in indexed international journals, (b) SEM implemented in isolation or compared with others, (c) findings focused on PA or fitness, (d) elementary–college or related setting research, and (e) published in English or Spanish. The associated keywords (sport education, pedagogical models, physical activity, and fitness) were used in different combinations. A total of 21 articles were identified through the search process and analyzed using PRISMA guidelines. Articles were initially categorized according to the following dimensions: country of origin, focus, topics, length of season, participants (grade, gender, age), and results. Since Hastie et al.’s (2011) review, the number of studies related to the SEM and PA as season outcomes, new contexts, and research purposes has expanded. The results showed the SEM’s feasibility as a PM that can promote moderate/vigorous physical activity and health-related fitness components (cardiovascular) through different topic contents and in academic and non-academic settings.

O CONCEITO DE CURRÍCULO PÓS-CRÍTICO NA EDUCAÇÃO FÍSICA: UMA ANÁLISE GEOFILOSÓFICA

ABSTRACT: This study aims to problematize the concept of post-criticality in curricular uses in the field of school Physical Education. To this end, we used theorizations from both the philosophical and educational fields, as well as their effects on the epistemological discussions of the aforementioned component. As a working method, we took as inspiration the concept of geophilosophy from the French philosophers Gilles Deleuze and Félix Guattari (Deleuze; Guattari, 2010). At first, based on its territorialization in the curricular field and its reterritorialization in Physical Education, we highlight the conditions of immanence and the potential of the concept in question and then de-territorialize it, pointing out the risks that accompany classificatory thinking. As a final reflection, we propose a radicalization of the differential process in curricular production, positioning all propositional minority creations in the field of Physical Education as important for a fairer and less violent society, requiring the continuity of work that avoids reductionism and sectarianism.

Review Study Of Integrating Ai Technology Into Sports Training System

This article mainly reviews the application of artificial intelligence technology in the field of physical education and its future development trend. The article analyses how AI technology can enhance the quality and efficiency of physical education, providing students with better teaching experience and training effects through intelligent teaching aids, virtual reality technology and big data analysis. The article also highlights the important role of AI technology in promoting the personalized and interdisciplinary development of physical education, demonstrating the potential and prospects for its widespread application in the field of physical education. At the same time, the article also discusses the technical, ethical and privacy challenges facing the application of AI technologies in physical education, and puts forward suggestions for strengthening regulation and norms to ensure the healthy development of the technologies and maximize the benefits to society. In looking at the future development trend, the article points out that AI technology will continue to drive innovation and change in the field of physical education, injecting new vigor into the development of physical education globally.

Стратегії виживання: розвиток компетенцій з долікарської медичної допомоги в сучасному вимірі професійної підготовки бакалаврів фізичного виховання та спорту

The article summarizes the experience of developing competence in pre-medical medical care in future bachelors in physical education and sports at the Zaporizhia National University. The main directions of the implementation of the concept of this process within the framework of the study of the discipline “Physical medical care in emergency situations” as part of the curriculum for the preparation of bachelors under the educational and professional program 017 “Physical culture and sports” educational program “Physical education” are outlined. Accordingly, the research reflects the purpose, leading approaches, methods, organizational forms of education and a set of pedagogical conditions, which ensures the creation of an effective environment for the formation of the studied competence and the effectiveness of its implementation. The main aspect of the effectiveness of the formation of the specified competence is the integration of this knowledge into the general professional training of specialists in the field of physical education. Therefore, institutions of higher education have a leading role and responsibility in training a new generation of teachers, the content and level of qualification of which are adequate to the innovations taking place in the field of physical education and sports. The modern level of development of society, education and science puts forward completely new requirements for the professional training of specialists, especially the tangible needs of improving the pedagogical education of specialists in the field of physical education, in particular, in matters of pre-medical medical care. Specialists point out that the problem of forming competence in pre-medical medical care of bachelors in physical education and sports in institutions of higher physical education requires revision, and in the conditions of martial law, also rapid changes. This study highlights the experience of the Faculty of Physical Education, Health and Tourism of the Zaporizhzhia National University on issues of competence formation in the provision of pre-medical medical care for bachelors in physical education and sports. Attention was also focused on the content, forms and methods of teaching this discipline. Special attention in the course is paid to the formation of psychological readiness of students when providing pre-medical medical care.

Preparation of future educators for pedagogical support of play activities of young children

Relevance. Health-preserving competence is an important component of the professionalism of teachers of preschool education institutions and a necessary condition for the implementation of pedagogical support of early age children's play activities (outdoor games and play exercises). The purpose of the study is to highlight the peculiarities of professional training of future educators for pedagogical support of play activities of early age children. The objectives are to determine the criteria and development level of qualification competence assessment for pedagogical support implementation of outdoor game, to analyze the content and technological components of students' professional training for pedagogical support of early age children's play activities. Brief overview of the research results. It was revealed that students have certain difficulties in the implementation of play activities of early age children (play exercises for the movements development). Conclusions were drawn about the insufficient effectiveness of students' professional training for educational interaction with early age children in the field of physical education. This led to the necessity to improve the contents of the work program of the discipline "Health-Preserving Technologies in Preschool Education" for 012 Preschool Education students. As well as to improve the contents and methodological tools for conducting educational classes, that would reflect a unified systematic approach to the formation of professional competence of future educators in the field of physical education of early age children. Conclusions. Improvement of the content of the program and educational classes, careful consideration of the task system and their quality implementation create the basis for the full mastery of the content component of the discipline for further professional activity with early age children.

Intercultural training and attitudes of physical education teachers towards immigrant students in Chile: A multi-stakeholder perspective

The number of immigrant students has significantly increased in Chile over the past decade; this has posed new challenges for teacher education in the field of Physical Education (PE), especially in the southern macrozone of the country, where there have historically been tensions related to the recognition of cultural diversity within schools. The present study was conducted in three university campuses in the southern macrozone of Chile. The study aimed to answer the following questions: (a) What are the attitudes towards immigrant K-12 students of pre-service PE teachers, their university professors and the PE teachers who guide their practicum experiences in the placement schools?; (b) What are the perceptions of immigrant K-12 students and their parents regarding the attitudes toward foreign pupils of pre-service (who undergo practicum experience in schools) and PE in-service school teachers (who guide and give feedback on the practicum)?; (c) What are the differences and similarities between the perceptions of all stakeholders (PE in-service and pre-service teachers, their professors, immigrant K-12 students and their parents) about the effectiveness and appropriateness of university strategies preparing future PE teachers to engage with in intercultural contexts? University professors, pre-service PE teachers, and in-service PE teachers display positive attitudes towards interculturality, defined as the presence of K-12 immigrant students in schools. However, significative differences in attitudes exist between those responsible for their teacher education (university professors and in-service PE school teachers). Some K-12 immigrant students and their parents hold a critical perspective toward in-service PE school teachers (both pre-service and in-service), primarily because they perceive a lack of cultural inclusion within the classroom. There is a consensus among the majority of participants regarding the necessity to enhance teacher education concerning interculturality.

Gesto motor: uma lacuna entre habilidades motoras e avaliação do movimento

Abstract A developmental disorder can be reflected in the subject’s motricity, which justifies the qualitative observation of movement aimed at screening and even diagnosing disabilities and developmental disorders. However, adolescents with low school performance show unusual motor manifestations not observed in the general population and that do not necessarily reveal themselves in motor or functional skills, but in the quality and proportion of the movement in relation to the act. Based on the scarce literature on this phenomenon, this article aims to address the construct that we call motor gesture, contributing to a reflection in the field of Physical Education, aiming to improve its technical, scientific and pedagogical processes for the inclusion of the studied population.

Polish Physical Culture in Germany and the German Minority's Physical Culture in Poland until 1939 – A Comparative Study

The article represents the first attempt to depict the similarities and differences in the development of Polish physical culture in Germany and German physical culture in Poland during the interwar period of the 20th century. In both Poland and Germany, up until 1939, national minorities, notably the Germans in Poland and the Polish in Germany, played a significant role in fostering the development of physical culture. Drawing upon scholarly research and archival sources, commonalities between Polish physical culture in Germany and German physical culture in Poland can be discerned. They included: significant politicization, utilization for shaping patriotic attitudes and national integration, activity in the field of physical education, sports, and tourism, similar forms of activity of the Sokół Gymnastic Society in Germany and the German Turner Association in Poland, concern for the development of physical education among children and youth, and support from the respective home countries. However, notable disparities exist, including the longer-standing traditions of German physical culture on Polish soil, the considerably smaller scale of material support from Polish authorities for minorities in Germany, and the involvement of Deutsche Turnerschaft in Poland in a revisionist campaign against Poland in 1939.

ANALYSIS OF ARMENIAN STUDENTS STRENGTH ENDURANCE INDICATORS

Strength endurance is considered one of the manifestations of human strength abilities. Indicators of strength endurance give some idea of a person's physical fitness, as well as the functional state of various organs and systems. In the course of the study, it was found that in recent years, specialists in the field of physical education have begun to show quite a lot of interest, especially in the indicators of strength endurance of students. Through this study, an attempt was made to find out the indicators of strength endurance of Armenian students and their compliance with international standards. The purpose of the study is to figure out the level of strength endurance of Armenian students. The study was carried out in February 2024 at Yerevan State Medical University named after Mkhitar Heratsi, V. Bryusov State University and the Armenian State Institute of Physical Culture and Sport. The study involved 177 participants. During the study, testing was carried out through 3-minute burpee test. The following data were obtained from the statistical analysis of the test results: male students - 38.55 (X), 11.97 (σ), 1.29 (m); female students - 34.31 (X), 14.39 (σ), 1.51 (m). From a comparative analysis of the indicators of female and male students, it became clear that female students lag slightly behind the male students in their indicators. The difference is statistically significant (t=2.13, p<0.05) and is 4.24. The data obtained were compared with the data of European (Polish, British, Hungarian, Serbian) students. It turned out that Armenian students have lower level of strength endurance than Europeans. Thus, the international standards of the Burpee 3 m test cannot be applied to Armenian students.

Exploring Solidarity in Action: Key Methodological Features for Collaborative Research in Physical Education

Purpose: This paper delves into the approach of solidarity in action as a collaborative research methodology in the field of physical education, based on Freire’s concepts of solidarity and circle of culture. In a landscape marked by competitiveness and hierarchy, this paper emphasizes the importance of mutual understanding, empathy, and collective struggle for social change in academia. Results: The paper explores a case study of an international project and highlights three key features: (a) intentionality in group creation, (b) levels of collaboration and horizontal relationships, and (c) democratic facilitation. These features stress the importance of collective action, open dialogue, and shared responsibility. Solidarity in action emerges as a methodology designed to cultivate communities, promote critical engagement, and address social injustices. Conclusion: By integrating solidarity in action into research, the paper advocates for a more inclusive, equitable, and culturally sensitive approach in physical education, highlighting the potential for positive change in academia.

Формування професійної майстерності майбутніх фахівців фізичної культури і спорту

The purpose of the article is to substantiate the peculiarities of the formation of professional skills of future specialists in physical culture and sports in institutions of higher education. The article notes that high professional competence and qualifications are the key to demand for a specialist in the labor market. At the same time, the deepening of theoretical general educational, general scientific and general professional training, which is connected with the fundamentalization of education, acquires special significance. At the same time, in recent years, the quality of professional training has been increasingly emphasized, the main task of which is the formation of a highly professional personality, adapted to the realities of modern Ukrainian reality, with a high motivation to improve one’s professional skills. Improving the professional training of future physical culture and sports specialists at the current stage requires more effective ways of organizing the educational and pedagogical process, raising it to a modern technological level using an innovative approach to education. Work on improving the professional skills of future physical education teachers made it possible to establish that the introduction of innovative technologies is preceded by a conscious and well-thought-out program of actions on the organization of the educational process and professional training. Specialists in the field of physical education and sports are constantly searching for the most effective forms and methods of organizing educational and training work with students of higher education, which set high requirements for the level of professional preparation of future specialists in institutions of higher education and their work on finding ways to improve the professional skills of future specialists physical culture and sports. In the formation of professional skills of future specialists in physical education and sports, it is necessary to harmonize general cultural, psychological-pedagogical and methodical knowledge, skills, methods of activity, to strengthen their professional orientation, to ensure the fundamentality of basic training.

Research on the Prediction Model of College Students’ Sports Performance Based on Improved Sparrow Search Algorithm

Abstract With the rapid development of network technology, the application of artificial intelligence in the field of physical education is becoming increasingly widespread, To solve the problem that the redundant data of college students’ sports performance can be searched faster and more comprehensively, to predict and improve the sports quality of college students, this paper puts forward the research on the test model of college students’ sports performance based on the enhanced sparrow search algorithm. Based on the least squares support vector machine model theory, the sparrow search algorithm has been improved and applied to the college sports performance prediction data system for simulation experiments. The experimental results show that the algorithm is more accurate and faster than the traditional algorithm in predicting college sports performance, and its indicators are superior to the conventional algorithm research. It has important practical reference value.

Research on the Development of Physical Education Resources in Colleges and Universities in the Context of Lifelong Physical Education

Abstract Physical education resources as an important part of college sports resources is an important guarantee for the implementation of physical education, along with the diversified development of students’ needs, to ensure that the development of physical education resources to improve the level of physical education has become a common area of concern in the field of physical education. Under the guidance of the concept of lifelong sports, this study summarizes the level of sports value and analyzes it in depth from five aspects, including fitness value, heart value, social value, educational value, and cultural value. Then, the physical education resources are categorized and integrated according to the needs of the development of physical education resources. On this basis, three filters of educational philosophy, learning theory, and teaching theory are designed to guarantee the feasibility and practicability of developing physical education resources. On the principle of ensuring systematicity, operability, scientificity, and pertinence, the operation mode of physical education resources opening for colleges and universities was established. Through the analysis of the value of resource development, it can be seen that the basis of the educational value of the adolescent period occupies a dominant position, with an average score of 4.12. Next, the average score of all aspects of the value of sports in the youth period is more than 4. The adolescent and youth periods have the highest average number of physical education resource activities, as measured by the number of 5.725 and 5.300 times, respectively. This study proves the necessity and important value of the development of physical education resources in colleges and universities, provides an effective strategy and development model for the development of physical education resources in colleges and universities, and provides theoretical guidance for the development of physical education in colleges and universities under the concept of lifelong sports.

Level up Learning: A Systematic Review of Gamification in Physical Education

Gamification is one of the emerging trends in the digital era, which is bound to apply game-based design to a non-game context for engagement, fun, and user enjoyment. Various disciplines and domains increasingly utilize gamification due to its popularity and promising effect. This study is oriented toward systematically analyzing the given literature and studies published in gamification. A systematic review of the literature approach was applied to circumnavigate the methods and techniques used in physical education and the positive and negative implications of the latter. Of 464 related studies, 42 were carefully assessed using the inclusion and exclusion criteria, quality assessment, and data extraction and synthesis. The trend in the use of gamification started in 2010-2020, and in 2019, gamification reached its highest peak. Most relevant studies come from European and American contexts, while few works have been published in Asian, African, and Oceanian contexts. The results of this study attested that in the field of physical education, four domains frequently used gamification, which included physical activity, sports, student engagement, and learning outcomes. Further exploring its beneficial effects could help maximize its usage and popularity.

Nauka i metod - metodologija naučnog istraživanja u sportu

The monograph titled "Science and Method: Methodology of Scientific Research in Sport", authored by Dejan Dasić, presents an in-depth analysis of the foundations of a scientific approach within the context of sports sciences. This manuscript examines the essential elements of any scientific research, regardless of the discipline in which it is conductedranging from the planning of research and the development of a scientific design to the selection of methodological approaches, data collection, and analysis. Published in 2023 by the Faculty of Sport at "Union University Nikola Tesla" (Belgrade), this work serves as a valuable resource for researchers focused on phenomena and processes in the fields of sports and physical education.