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A web of achieving in physical education: Goals, interest, outside-school activity and learning
- Source :
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Learning & Individual Differences . Mar2004, Vol. 14 Issue 3, p169-182. 14p. - Publication Year :
- 2004
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Abstract
- Achievement goals and interests are recognized as primary motivators for learning in physical education. The study examined the dynamics of the motivators as associated with organized outside-school physical activity experiences and learning outcomes. Data of achievement goals, personal interest, learning outcomes, and outside-school experiences were gathered from students (N=104) randomly selected from two middle schools. The correlation analysis revealed a complex relationship among the motivators and learning outcomes. The MANOVA showed that the students participating in organized outside-school physical activities had a stronger ego-goal orientation and were more physically active in learning. Their knowledge and skill assessment outcomes did not differ from other students. The findings suggest that participation in outside-school programs may result in an active engagement, but may not lead to a paralleled learning achievement. These findings depicted a complex and dynamic web of relationships between the motivators and learning outcomes that needs to be addressed in future research. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]
- Subjects :
- *PHYSICAL education
*ACADEMIC motivation
*LEARNING
*PHYSICAL fitness
*MIDDLE schools
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 10416080
- Volume :
- 14
- Issue :
- 3
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Learning & Individual Differences
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 23487432
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.lindif.2004.02.003