Impact of Sport Education on Junior High Students' Fitness and Attitude
Effect of Football's Sport Education Curriculum as Intervention on Physical Fitness and Learning Attitude Among Junior High School Students in Hebei China
This study tests if a new way of teaching soccer can help junior high students get fitter and have a better attitude towards physical education compared to traditional methods.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 78 (estimated) |
| Ages | 13 Years to 15 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Universiti Putra Malaysia Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Qinhuangdao, Hebei) |
| Trial ID | NCT06322459 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of the Sport Education Model compared to traditional teaching methods on the physical fitness and learning attitudes of junior high school students. Over a 12-week period, students in the experimental group participated in a structured soccer program, while the control group engaged in traditional soccer teaching. Both groups underwent physical fitness assessments and completed a survey on their attitudes toward physical education before and after the intervention. The goal is to provide evidence for the benefits of the Sport Education Model in enhancing students' physical quality and attitudes towards sports in China.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are junior high school students in good health who can participate in physical education activities.
Not a fit: Students who are unable to attend classes regularly or have health issues that prevent participation in physical activities may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved physical fitness and more positive attitudes towards sports among junior high school students.
How similar studies have performed: While the Sport Education Model is popular in Western countries, its application in China is relatively novel, and there is limited evidence regarding its effectiveness in this context.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: The experimental subjects were students from two junior high schools in Haigang District, Qinhuangdao City, Hebei province. Before enrolling subjects, researchers need to inform them of the proposed study and what they need to participate in. After the subject is informed, the subject is allowed to ask questions. The various criteria and requirements for participation in this study were explained during the meeting. The criteria for inclusion of potential participants are as follows: 1. Participants must be enrolled in junior high school and mixed gender. 2. Participants must be in good health and capable of engaging in regular physical education activities. 3. All participants and their parents have provided written informed consent for their involvement in the study. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Participants failing to complete all tests due to attendance-related issues (25%) or illness during experimental teaching or testing will be excluded. 2. Participants who have already participated in the Sport Education Model will be excluded.
Where this trial is running
Qinhuangdao, Hebei
- The 19th Middle School — Qinhuangdao, Hebei, China (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Junlong Zhang — University Putra Malaysia
- Study coordinator: Junlong Zhang, PHD
- Email: zhangjunlong2413@gmail.com
- Phone: 0397698153
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.