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Showing 1 to 20 of 26 for “"physical literacy"”.
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Physical literacy within climbing walls.
The purpose of this study is to examine Physical Literacy (PL) at climbing walls, specifically investigating coaches’ expert views of whether taught climbing sessions are a valid means of contributing to the physical literacy of the children that attend them. Physical Literacy as a concept appears …
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Physical literacy assessment amongst young children
Physical literacy is defined as the motivation, confidence, physical competence and knowledge and understanding to value and engage in physical activity for life. The concept has increased in popularity in recent years, particularly within childhood. However, this popularity has preceded empirical …
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The physical educator and physical literacy : exploring connections
Physical literacy (PL) is closely related to daily life activities. Individuals lacking PL tend to avoid not only regular physical activity (PA) but also everyday tasks. PA plays a crucial role in promoting health benefits and is a central element of PL. Moreover, quality Physical Education (PE) is …
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The Good Sport: Physical Literacy and a Moral Self
Physical literacy is a theoretical concept defined by Margaret Whitehead as an individual’s competence, knowledge and understanding, and motivation to participate in lifelong physical activity. This concept emerged out of concern for the seeming disregard of human embodiment, particularly in the …
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Physical literacy: impact and cost effectiveness in primary school settings.
Physical activity and academic attainment of children are internationally regarded as some of the most significant areas of public concern and interest (World Health Organisation, 2010; Scottish Government, 2018). There are a range of interventions discussed in literature seeking to enhance both …
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Narrative enquiry into the physical literacy journeys of further education young ambassadors
The benefits of physical literacy are widely acknowledged, with advocates recognising the importance of its development throughout the life course. Whilst the link between physical activity, health and physical literacy is well researched, there is a noticeable lack of young people’s voices in the …
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Developing Physical Literacy Enriched Opportunities within the Home, School, and Community Contexts
Physical literacy can be defined as “the motivation, confidence, physical competence, knowledge and understanding to value and take responsibility for engagement in physical activities for life” (International Physical Literacy Association (IPLA), 2014; Tremblay et al., 2018, p. 14). As a precursor …
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Physical Literacy and South East Wales Primary School Children: The Role of Fundamental Movement Skills
This thesis addressed the physical literacy attributes of primary school children in South East Wales with a specific focus on the relationships between FMS motor behaviour competency and other aspects of physical literacy. The aims of this thesis were to: (a) examine the factor structure of the …
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Exploring the contributions of Barnet’s Golden Kilometre intervention to primary school pupils’ physical literacy development
… run/walk intervention has on developing pupils’ physical literacy (PL). The Barnet’s Golden Kilometre intervention was developed as a feasible, low-cost initiative, involving primary school children walking, jogging or running one km every day whilst at school. It has been demonstrated that PL is …
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Developing Physical Literacy and Self-Efficacy: Supporting Student Autonomy in High School Physical Education Through Assessment
… the decline in engagement in optional physical education programs. To enhance student engagement, the study aimed to align physical education courses with principles of self-determination theory, focusing on the role of competence in supporting autonomy. The intervention involved the …
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A Delphi study to gain the consensus on the definition, domains and elements of physical literacy
Background: Physical literacy is broadly understood as an individual’s capacity to engage in an active and healthy lifestyle (Francis et al., 2016). The concept cognates physical activity and is beginning to gain prominence in Western discourses of health and education (Delaney et al., 2008; Higgs …
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Enhancing participation and performance in physical activity through primary level physical education- The role of physical literacy
… the requirements and methods through which physical skills are developed and assessed in primary school children. With practical requirements at the fore, this work serves to aid teachers and educators in delivering a standardised, evidence based curricula of comprehensive physical …
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Advancing a Youth-Centered Pedagogy that Fosters Physical Literacy by Working with Youth and YMCA Recreation Providers
Participation in sport and physical activity declines in children at approximately 11-14 years of age. Efforts to support long-term participation in physical activity have focused on the promotion of physical literacy, which offers a holistic view of the factors affecting youth participation. …
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The Role of Knowledge and Perceived Level of Self-Efficacy on Junior Division Teachers’ Implementation of Physical Literacy in Ontario
The Ontario, Health and Physical Education, Grades 1-8 (HPE) curriculum policy document identifies physical literacy as a key component of the overall vision and goal of the subject. Teachers play a primary role with the implementation of the HPE curriculum policy document and as a result can …
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“YOU HAVE TO MOVE”: MÉTIS OLDER ADULT PERCEPTIONS AND EXPERIENCES OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
… approach we take to defining and understanding physical activity is applicable to Indigenous people, and more specifically the Métis population. Significantly, older adults in the community of Île-à-la-Crosse, Saskatchewan used the phrase, “Wuskiwiy-tan! (Let’s Move)” to identify priorities for …
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Beyond the binary: exploring participation in gender-inclusive PE through student and teacher lenses in grade 9
… class structure on student engagement in Grade 9 physical education (PE) within a Canadian Secondary School. Employing a mixed methods case study approach, data was collected through student surveys and semi-structured teacher interviews. Findings reveal that gender-neutral PE environments …
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Fundamental Movement Skills, Physical Activity and Obesity from Early to Late Childhood
… daily lives and when participating in sports and physical activity. Despite the importance of FMS, previous studies have routinely found children to have low competency levels. Further research on competency levels in this area is required, specifically among UK children, as data on FMS …
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A Comparison of an Eastern Philosophical Approach to Human Movement with a Western Approach through Teaching Overhand Throwing Skills with Grade Two Students
… of Fundamental Movement Skills (FMS) and physical literacy (PL) are relatively new concepts in physical education. In this research paper, a novel method of teaching FMS and PL are explored using an Eastern philosophical approach to human movement. Overhand throwing was the FMS chosen for …
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UP150 PROACTIVE OFFICE: THE OFFICE THAT EDUCATES ON EMPLOYEE CARE AND WELL-BEING THROUGH PHYSICAL EXERCISE FOR HEALTH
… factors such as those caused by insufficient physical activity must be based on specific theories and scientific evidence and develop through active involvement in meaningful actions and interactions that consider the cultural and social context. For these reasons, the present study's …
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