The Australian Curriculum acknowledges that developing thinking skills is a primary purpose of education, and identifies critical thinking as an important capability for the 21st century. Critical thinking has, of course, long been a valuable … Read More
Solved! Making the case for collaborative problem-solving
This report, compiled by a team from Nesta, argues that the ability to solve problems with others is a crucial skill for our young people in the workplace of the future but the current education … Read More
Just let them play? Deliberate preparation as the most appropriate foundation for lifelong physical activity
Just let them play? Deliberate preparation as the most appropriate foundation for lifelong physical activity Recent research in the UK suggests that nearly half of children leave school without the basic movement skills required to … Read More
Compensation for Adolescents’ School Mental Load by Physical Activity on Weekend Days
Abstract Introduction and objective: Increasing mental load and inadequate stress management significantly affect the efficiency, success and safety of the educational/working process in adolescents. The objective of this study is to determine the extent that … Read More
Influences of a yoga intervention on the postural skills of the Italian short track speed skating team
Abstract Introduction: In preparation for a short track speed skating season, eight men and seven women were given yoga sessions during an 8-week high volume training cycle. The sessions were planned according to the postural … Read More
The Preschool Physical Literacy Assessment Tool: Testing a New Physical Literacy Tool for the Early Years
Abstract Background: Physical literacy is essential to physical activity across the lifespan. While there is an emerging body of research on physical literacy in school-aged children, the preschool years have largely been ignored. We tested … Read More
Y Kids Academy Program Increases Knowledge of Healthy Living in Young Adolescents
Abstract Objectives It is well established that physical activity levels decline during adolescence. To address this problem, a program called the Y Kids Academy was developed to improve young adolescents’ knowledge of healthy lifestyles. The … Read More
Impact of Nintendo Wii Games on Physical Literacy in Children: Motor Skills, Physical Fitness, Activity Behaviours, and Knowledge
Abstract Physical literacy is the degree of fitness, behaviours, knowledge, and fundamental movement skills (agility, balance, and coordination) a child has to confidently participate in physical activity. Active video games (AVG), like the Nintendo Wii, … Read More
Influence of Perceived Physical Literacy on Coaching Efficacy and Leadership Behavior: A Cross-Sectional Study
Abstract The concept of physical literacy has evolved to work as a guiding ideology in physical education, physical activity and heath, while little is known for coaching context. The purpose of this study was to … Read More
Multi-Teaching Styles Approach and Active Reflection: Effectiveness in Improving Fitness Level, Motor Competence, Enjoyment, Amount of Physical Activity, and Effects on the Perception of Physical Education Lessons in Primary School Children
Abstract Physical education (PE) researchers sustain that the teaching styles adopted by PE teachers play a key role in defining children’s positive experiences during lessons and have a relevant impact on their psychophysical health. However, … Read More