School Physical Education Research Articles

Evaluation of the digital teacher professional development TARGET-tool for optimizing the motivational climate in secondary school physical education

Given the complexity of teaching, continuing teacher professional development (CPD) is essential for maintaining and enhancing teaching effectiveness, and bridging the gap between ever-evolving theory and practice. Technological advancements have opened new opportunities for digital tools to support CPD. However, the successful integration of such digital tools into practice poses challenges. It requires adherence to CPD prerequisites and acknowledgment of the complexity of the professional development process. This study explored the applicability of the developed digital PE teacher professional development TARGET-tool in a secondary school PE context. We examined the perceived usability of this tool and gained insights into the process of teachers’ professional development as a result of using the tool. Ten PE teachers from different schools implemented the TARGET-tool within their PE context for a period of 4 to 6 weeks. Individual semi-structured interviews and the System Usability Scale provided insights into the perceived usability and the process of teacher professional development. The TARGET-tool demonstrated its potential as an effective tool for supporting teachers’ professional development. Future tool improvements were identified to further optimize the perceived usability, such as simplifying complex features, providing additional support and resources, and improving (data) presentations. Using the Interconnected Model of Professional Growth as a theoretical basis, it was demonstrated how the use of the TARGET-tool engages teachers as active and reflective participants in their professional development and induces changes within the external domain, the domain of practice, the domain of consequences, and the personal domain.

The Effect of Pedagogical Approach on Physical Activity of Girls During Physical Education

ABSTRACT Purpose: Technical approaches (TAs) such as Direct Instruction are commonly utilized when teaching games in Physical Education (PE) classes, but game-based approaches (GBAs) such as Game Sense (GS) have gained greater interest over the past 30 years. However, little is known about which approach promotes more physical activity (PA). The aim of this study was to compare the PA of girls during single-gender PE classes in an invasion games unit utilizing either a GS approach or a TA. Methods: Two upper primary school PE classes were taught invasion games using a GS approach and two classes were taught using a TA. During each of the 7 lessons students wore a wearable GPS sensor (SPT2, Sport Performance Tracking, Australia) which measured total distance, distance in each speed zone, top speed and 3D load. Results: The GS group traveled a greater distance than the TA group (+203 m, p < .001). This result was explained mostly by a greater distance covered in zone 2 speeds (0.6–1.7 m/s). The 3D load was also significantly higher in the GS group, but there were no group differences in top speed. Conclusions: Findings suggested that a GS thematic invasion unit was more effective in promoting PA levels in all-girl primary PE classes than a traditional sport-based invasion unit.

Cornerball: a new alternative sport proposal for school physical education.

Physical Education has had to evolve and change throughout history to adapt to the demands of society. As a result, teachers have had to seek pedagogical alternatives to ensure that students are active, motivated, and engaged in the classroom. This approach allows for the development of motor, cognitive, and socio-emotional skills in students, ultimately contributing to the holistic development of the individual, which is the primary goal of education. Out of this intrinsic need for Physical Education, Alternative Sports have emerged, providing opportunities for different types of learning compared to more traditional sports. Cornerball, a hybrid between split-court and wall-based sports, played in a somewhat unique playing area-a 90° corner, is introduced with the aim of offering a new Alternative Sport. The objective of this descriptive study is to present a new pedagogical proposal designed for the educational context, highlighting its characteristics and fundamental aspects to consider, such as rules, the playing field, participants, and methodological strategies for its implementation within a Physical Education classroom. Therefore, the aims and purposes of this work are to describe a new sports game so that in the future, more detailed and specific empirical studies can be proposed.

Physical Education Teachers’ Perceptions of the Teaching-Learning Process of Physical Education in Schools Worldwide During the Pandemic: A Systematic Review of the Scientific Literature

Introduction: In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, physical education has undergone major changes in terms of the way is taught in schools. This subject’s teachers have faced numerous problems in the process of implementing physical education, and their experiences are explored in numerous studies. Aim: The aim of this study is to review research on the teaching-learning process of physical education in schools during the pandemic, from the perspective of physical education teachers. Methods: The research is a study of scientific literature. The research was performed using keywords in seven electronic databases. Results: The analysis carried out indicates a selection of 57 scientific articles that fit with the chosen eligibility criteria. The articles include research on the physical education teachers’ perceptions regarding the teaching-learning process of physical education lessons taught in schools during the pandemic. Conclusions: The study synthesizes the experiences of physical education teachers in teaching physical education during the pandemic. The evidence obtained indicates that the common option in carrying out physical education lessons during the pandemic was the online method, although teachers prefer teaching physical education in the traditional way. Keywords: physical education during the pandemic, online teaching, physical education teachers’ experiences, physical education online

Differences in the Implementation of Physical Education (PE) Learning Management Based on Years of Work: Analysis of Differences in the Quality of Quality Assurance Culture

Abstract. This research aims to determine the implementation of Physical Education (PE) learning management related to 21st-century skills based on the service length of PE teachers in various schools with different quality assurance cultures. The sample in this study was secondary school PE teachers in Southeast Sulawesi Province, Indonesia. This research employed descriptive statistics and inferential factorial one-way Anova to analyze the data. One-way Anova test results in Sig. 0.009 &lt; 0.05 means a significant difference in the average of the three PE learning outcomes between teachers with work periods of 1-7, 8-15, and 16 years or more. Firstly, the Tukey post hoc test Sig value is 0.024 &lt; 0.05, meaning there is a difference in PE learning outcomes between 1-7 and 8-15 years of service. Testing the two Sig values ​​is 0.983 &gt; 0.05, meaning there is no difference in PE learning outcomes for working years 1-7 and 16 years and above. Test the three Sig values. 0.016 &lt; 0.05, so there is a difference in PE learning outcomes between 8-15 and 16 years of service. This research concludes a significant difference in the average PE learning achievement between teachers with tenure of 1-7, 8-15, and 16 years or over. Thus, it can be concluded that the service length of PE teachers influences the effectiveness of implementing learning management containing 21st-century skills. Teaching experience plays a role in implementing teaching methods and techniques that suit the demands of 21st-century skills, including critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and creativity. This underlines the importance of continuous professional development for teachers, especially in improving teaching skills relevant to the student's needs in the current era of the 21st century. The results of this research can assist policymakers, school administrators, and teachers in designing and implementing more effective PE programs in classroom conditions and prioritizing needs according to the conditions of each school.

Capabilities in Physical Education: A Comparative Analysis of School Heads’ and Teachers’ Perspectives

Background: Effective education delivery relies on PE teachers’ abilities. Research indicates that students’ school performance significantly depends on the quality of PE teaching. Objectives: This study focused on assessing instructional capabilities in physical education. Specifically, it examined how school heads and teachers evaluated teachers’ abilities in content knowledge, pedagogical skills, communication, and professionalism. Additionally, the study compared assessments between the two groups. Methods: The study employed a descriptive research design involving 98 physical education teachers and 59 school heads from the Division of Batangas City. Data collection utilized a researcher-made questionnaire and interviews. Statistical analysis involved weighted mean and independent t-tests for data interpretation. Results: The assessment revealed valuable insights regarding PE teachers’ instructional capabilities. Administrators acknowledged strengths in lesson introduction and accurate content delivery. However, areas for improvement included integrating key elements and promoting higher-order thinking skills. PE teachers felt confident introducing lessons but recognized a need to refine performance demonstrations. Administrators praised diverse teaching methods but suggested creating more challenging experiences. Communication skills were positive, with room for improvement in grammatical accuracy. PE teachers expressed dedication to student physical education but identified a need for more decisive leadership in school-based activities. The findings highlighted specific improvement needs while emphasizing contrasting perceptions between administrators and PE teachers. Conclusion: The assessment found that physical education (PE) teachers are capable in delivering junior high school PE. However, they need familiarity with emerging trends to enhance instruction. School heads and PE teachers have differing views on instructional capabilities, attributed to assessment sources: administrators rely on scheduled observations, while PE instructors use self-assessment and daily teaching experiences.

Study of the Level of Sports Addiction Among Students at the Faculty of Sports Science

The aim of this study was to investigate the exercise addiction of the students of the School of Physical Education and Sport and to determine the differences according to the type of exercise, age of exercise and load dynamics. The Exercise Addiction Scale (EBÖ-21) developed by Housenblas and Downs (2002) and the Turkish Validity and Reliability Study by Yeltepe and İkizler (2007) and the Personal Information Form were applied to the sample group. The sample of the study consisted of 245 athletes who regularly train at Afyon Kocatepe University School of Physical Education and Sports. Studies on this subject indicate that addiction to sports is similar to addiction to chemical substances due to the presence of withdrawal and tolerance symptoms. The results of the study presented show that self-confidence and athletic performance increase as the students' level increases. When evaluating exercise addiction by gender, it was found that female students were more likely than male students to consider physical problems and show self-control and interruption of exercise behaviour. When evaluated by age, exercise addiction was found to have decreased and been brought under control in older individuals, indicating progress in self-control of addiction.

Research on the Content Innovation and Practice of Primary School Physical Education Curriculum Based on Core Literacy

Research on the Content Innovation and Practice of Primary School Physical Education Curriculum Based on Core Literacy

Competencies of Junior High School Physical Education Sports and Health Teachers

The purpose of this study is to analyze the level of pedagogic and professional competence of Physical Education Teacher for Sports and HealthFirst High School in Payakumbuh City. This type of research is quantitative using descriptive methods. The population in this study amounted to 18 people. The sampling technique used total sampling, thus the number of samples in this study amounted to 18 Physical Education Teachers for Sports and Health Junior High School in Payakumbuh City. The data analysis technique used is the percentage. The results of the study obtained that; The level of teacher competence of Sports physical Education and health Junior High Schools in Payakumbuh City are in the less category (62.56), which consists of pedagogic competence in the less category (63.17%), and professional competence in the less category (61.94%).

Development Of Speed Motor Quality Using Complex Motor Actions In Secondary School Students

One of the priority objectives of school physical education, specified in school programs for all education cycles, is the development of motor skills. The topic addressed by us in this paper was born from the need to have the greatest possible efficiency in the teaching of physical education in grades V-VIII, where the instructional-educational process must pursue concrete goals regarding the system of knowledge, skills and motor skills in order to concretize the model of each class in gymnasium physical education and sports. The study of this topic aims to establish the most effective exercise structures regarding the development of speed motor quality in secondary school students. Using the means proposed by us, after a well-established program in the physical education lesson for secondary school students, in order to develop the speed motor quality, I believe that it will develop obviously, during the whole school year. The data resulting from the scientific investigation regarding the development of speed motor quality through the use of movement games at the secondary school level were implemented in school units in the municipality of Arad. They can be used in the instructional-educational process by the specialists in the field and as methodical material by the students of the faculties of physical education and sport in the disciplines "Theory of physical education and sport" and "Practice and methodology of motor activities by age groups" . The research was conducted during the 2022-2023 school year. Following the application of the experiment, it was found that major differences in student performance were obtained, they had a significant increase between the initial testing and the final testing, which allows us to state that the methodology used in the lessons was adequate. The exercises and games used had a positive influence in obtaining the results of the experiment. Of course, the experiment should be continued and possibly extended to a larger sample of children in order to further improve motor quality, speed in particular, as well as harmonious physical development in general. Keywords: motor qualities, methods, means, physical training, program.

The Introduction of Minority Folk Sports Games into Primary School Physical Education Classes: Taking the Bamboo Egg Game from the Gelao Ethnic Group as an Example

With the continuous advancement and implementation of the education curriculum reform in the country, course development has become more and more important. The existing resources of the school and the local unique ethnic characteristics are rationally used to develop the curriculum content in line with the student’s development, which is the responsibility of each educator. The bamboo egg game is one of China’s ethnic minority traditional sports activities. Its development is diverse in form, rich in content, has an ethnic interest, can let the students inherit traditional culture, and enhance the consciousness of cooperation. This paper analyzes and researches the importance and practicability of introducing bamboo egg sports into primary school physical education classes, which provides a reference for educators in the development of school-based curricula with minority characteristics.

Validation of the Chinese version of the exercise empowerment scale among college students (EES-C).

The escalating prevalence of physical inactivity among college students represents a significant public health challenge, particularly in light of its correlation with detrimental health outcomes. A growing body of evidence underscores the necessity of adhering to recommended levels of regular physical activity to thwart the onset of chronic diseases. One primary aim of school physical education initiatives is to elevate physical activity levels and bolster student motivation toward engaging in physical exercise. Engagement in sports activities has demonstrated efficacy in augmenting students' motor skills, elevating their self-efficacy, and enhancing cognitive competencies related to physical prowess, while also promoting sustained participation in physical activities. The Exercise Empowerment Scale (EES) has been formulated to quantitatively assess the degree of exercise empowerment. To date, no validated Chinese version of the EES has been reported in the literature. To address this, this present study developed and validated a Chinese version of the EES in a large sample of Chinese college students. A sample of Chinese college students (n = 885) was analyzed using Rasch analysis to examine the validity of the Exercise Empowerment Scale. In addition, physical activity and psychological resilience were used to investigate the potential associations with exercise empowerment. The EES-C was found to be a unidimensional scale, and the distribution of item difficulty was relatively even. The scale had good reliability (individual reliability of 0.87, and item reliability of 0.99). No differential item functioning (DIF) was observed across genders for any of the 13 EES-C items, suggesting equitable and unbiased applicability for both male and female respondents. The five-point scoring method of the EES scale was consistent with the overall distribution of the items and subjects. Exercise empowerment was positively correlated with autonomous physical activity and psychological resilience. The results of the study indicate that the EES-C possesses robust psychometric properties, rendering it suitable for application among Chinese college student populations. The adapted version of the EES-C provides a basis for further exploration of the predictive factors of physical activity in Chinese samples. The generalizability of our findings should be further verified in other populations in the future.

The Odds of Meeting Physical Activity Guidelines in Children Receiving School-Based Fitness Testing Awards: NHANES 2013–2016

Fitness testing and awards have been used in physical education classrooms for over 50 years. While their initial intention was to promote physical activity engagement, analyses show they are not achieving their goal. This article highlights fitness testing awards and the need to re-evaluate how they can help meet the physical activity guidelines for children ages 5 to 15 years. A cross-sectional secondary data analysis was employed using data from the 2013-2016 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (N = 3973). Analysis results showed that receiving fitness awards is not associated with children meeting physical activity guidelines. It is thus important for physical education teachers and school administrators to adopt and implement process-based fitness testing awards (e.g., giving awards for an individual's fitness-behavior goal achievement or improvement) along with performance-based fitness awards to enhance children's physical activity levels.

EDUCATION AND THE USE OF DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES FOR AWARENESS OFBODY PRACTICES AND ADOPTION OF AN ACTIVE LIFESTYLE BY HIGH SCHOOLSTUDENTS

School physical education includes different body practices in its teaching structure. Thesepractices must be developed throughout basic education in a meaningful way, respecting theboundaries and social and cultural values of individuals. Despite its importance as a curricularcomponent, many students, especially in high school, do not take the practical part of thesubject, which is a challenge for teachers. In this sense, an alternative that is relevant is the useof digital technologies as a complementary tool to the practical classes of the discipline, so thateven those students who are unable to attend classes due to work can be contemplated. Thus,this article aims to discuss the awareness of body practices and the adoption of an activelifestyle, in the context of physical education, through digital technologies, for high schoolstudents. It is believed that broadening discussions and educational practices in a moreinteractive and conscious way tends to contribute to teaching and learning in a significant wayand motivate students to adhere to activities in their daily lives.

EDUCAÇÃO E TEORIAS DA APRENDIZAGEM NO CONTEXTO INTERDISCIPLINAR

Formal education is divided into areas of knowledge, which include different disciplines to facilitate the teaching-learning process. However, the fragmentation of content impairs an important factor for learning, which is significance. To this end, interdisciplinarity has the mission of re-signifying these contents, showing how the disciplines complement each other. The present work aims to discuss the concept and applicability of Interdisciplinarity in School Physical Education. To this end, a research was carried out on the history of Physical Education and the relationship with the teaching professional of the discipline, as well as the methods of integration of the contents of Physical Education with the other disciplines, and how the theories of learning contribute to this process. It is understood that interdisciplinarity is an effective method to unite different knowledge and provide more defined and applied meanings in the student’s routine.

The relationship between measurement and evaluation in physical education teaching based on intelligent analysis and sensor data mining

Assessing the effectiveness of physical education instruction, students’ learning, and the feedback received from the teaching process are all vital components of the physical education teaching process in colleges and universities. Improving the quality of physical education instruction in these settings is essential. With its ability to drive the digital revolution of physical education in schools, intelligent technology is bringing about significant changes in the field of education and drawing attention from people from all walks of life. To assess intelligent technology’s impact on physical education instruction in a scientific manner, this study utilizes the latest intelligent analysis and sensing data mining to design an intelligent physical education measurement and evaluation model, which utilizes GPS positioning, built-in maps, and gravity sensing to provide real-time feedback on the trajectory, distance, and time of the movement, and then calculates the real-time and average speed of the movement, as different students’ body postures to achieve the the same effect when the required speed is not the same, this paper randomly selected students with different BMI index for empirical analysis. The experimental results show that the principal components of the factor analysis extracted four common factors with a cumulative contribution rate of 69.5%, and the test-retest reliability of the four dimensions is 0.665–0.862.

A Comprehensive Study of Synchronized Rope Skipping in School Physical Education

As a new sport that consumes less time and energy, and integrates fitness, entertainment, viewing, and competition, synchronized rope skipping plays an important role in the enjoyment of body and mind, the cultivation of interest in learning, and the promotion of healthy growth. In recent years, due to the prevalence of electronic products, students are occupied by mobile phones most of the time, and lack of exercise has become a common phenomenon, which has led to a serious decline in the physical fitness of young people in China. Therefore, this study aims to explore the current research on rope skipping in school physical education. It’s a summary of the status quo to provide statistics for the development of synchronized rope skipping.

LMS 성찰 글쓰기를 활용한 ‘뉴스포츠 실기 및 지도법’ 전공수업에 참여한 직전 교사의 경험과 시사점 탐색

Objectives The purpose of this study was to explore the experiences of pre-service teachers who took the ‘new sports practical skills and teaching method’ using LMS reflection writing at universities.&#x0D; Methods For 15 weeks from March 2 to June 8, 2023, the reflective essays written by elementary school preparatory teachers who participated in the New Sports Practical Skills and Teaching Methods class using reflective writing for 2 hours a week and the data collected through one in-depth interview were inductively categorically analyzed.&#x0D; Results The experience of the primary pre-service teacher who participated in the new sports practical skills and teaching method class is as follows. First, elementary pre-service teachers with low motor skills were able to discover the charm of new sports as they participated in new sports with less pressure. Second, primary pre-service teachers have acquired the intrinsic and extrinsic value of new sports. Third, the pre-service teachers were able to expand their practical knowledge of new sports as well as their understanding of teaching methods in the course of class demonstration exercises, thereby increasing their perspective on lesson design and management. Fourth, it broke away from school physical education, which was limited to modern sports, and laid the foundation for the operation of various physical education classes. Fifth, through reflective writing, primary pre-service teachers were able to improve their expertise as a future teacher by repeatedly having active and subjective reflections on the process of class participation.&#x0D; Conclusions Because the new sports practice and teaching method using LMS reflective writing provides meaningful experience to prospective elementary school teachers, it is desirable for it to be operated in the physical education department curriculum of immediate teacher education institutions.&#x0D;

School physical education in conflagrated areas: a documentary research in Complexo do Salgueiro, São Gonçalo

In this study, we intended to discuss how School Physical Education can influence (and be influenced) by the sociocultural contexts related to armed violence in the daily life of the Complexo do Salgueiro community. Although it is recognized for its plurality of circulating cultures, this territory of the city is known to be occupied by armed groups that operate under violent coercion in the municipality of São Gonçalo, Rio de Janeiro. The aim was to understand the episodes of violence in this region, chosen as the locus of research, as well as its manifestations in schools, in the discipline of Physical Education. The methodological path followed was rooted in the personal history of its first author with the daily life of the communities of Complexo do Salgueiro. As a result, it was observed that as Physical Education in schools can be negatively influenced by violence, it contributes positively through the promotion of critical awareness and health. However, it is important to highlight that it is essential to strengthen community initiatives that promote a culture of peace, and people mobilization to pressure the State to implement comprehensive public policies to prevent and combat violence.

A National 20-year Analysis of Weight Lifting-related Injuries and Fractures Among Adolescents.

Increasing strength through weightlifting has become a core component of competitive sports training, recreational exercise programs, and school physical education classes. Although many health benefits exist, there is concern for injury, especially with improper supervision and accelerated progression of training loads. Though organizations have advocated safe training practices, trends in the national health burden of injuries, specifically fractures, associated with weightlifting in the adolescent population have not been investigated. The National Electronic Injury Surveillance System database was queried between 2002 and 2021 for patients aged 11 to 21 years presenting to US Emergency Departments with weight lifting-related injuries. The narrative component of each case identified was analyzed to include only patients noted to be using weightlifting equipment or free weights at the time of injury. Estimates and analyses were performed with 95% CIs. Although there has been some variability in weight lifting-related injuries, the incidence remained roughly constant over the 20 years ( R2 =0.0364). 14,497 cases were identified, reflecting a national estimate of 540,986 total injuries and an annual estimate of 27,049 injuries. Most injuries occurred among 15-to-18-year olds (44.1%±1.6%) and 19-to-21-year olds (38.3%±2.0%). The most common injuries were sprain/strain (36.7%±1.3%), contusion/abrasion (15.7%±0.7%), and fracture (9.9%±0.3%). There were 53,813 estimated fractures, giving an annual incidence of 2,691 fractures. As a portion of all injuries, the number of fractures decreased significantly as patients got older, accounting for 26.8%±3.3% at age 11 and only 8.3%±0.9% at age 21 ( R2 =0.6626). Fingers (37.1%±1.8%) and toes (27.9%±1.4%) were the most fractured body parts. Overall, fractures mainly occurred either at school (25.3%±2.0%) or places of recreation (24.7%±2.2%). Despite the guidelines to improve safety, the national health burden of weight lifting-related injuries among adolescents has remained constant over the past 20 years. Given that most of the fractures occur in the distal extremities, such as toes and fingers, at school and places of recreation, there may be an opportunity to promote safer weightlifting practices and the development of weightlifting equipment with in-built safety mechanisms, especially at gyms and schools. Level III-prognostic.