scholarly journals Análisis cualitativo de la pasión en mujeres a través de un programa acuático motivacional saludable

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 55-59
Author(s):  
Ricardo Zazo Sánchez-Mateos ◽  
Fernando Peruyero de León
Keyword(s):  
Physical Exercise ◽  
Aquatic Environment ◽  
Aquatic Exercise ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Social Variables ◽  
Exercise Motivation ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Harmonious Passion ◽  
Good Relationship ◽  
Experimental Group

Antecedentes: Actualmente, aumenta la importancia de variables psico-sociales como la pasión en diferentes contextos comportamentales, cómo, por ejemplo, los deportivos y los educativos.Objetivos: El objetivo del estudio ha sido comprobar el efecto de un programa acuático motivacional saludable en la pasión en un grupo de mujeres.Método: La muestra fue dividida en dos grupos, un grupo experimental formado por 28 mujeres (M = 43.64; DT = 12.06), con una experiencia media previa de 3.05 años, y un grupo control constituido por 21 mujeres (M = 47.14; DT = 10.01), con una experiencia media previa de 2.29 años que practicaban ejercicio físico en el medio acuático de una gran ciudad española. Los datos de esta investigación proceden de entrevistas semiestructuradas.Resultados: Tras la intervención con un programa fundamentado en la SDT, ambos grupos percibieron beneficios hacia la pasión, pero el grupo experimental percibió una mayor pasión armoniosa hacia el programa gracias a la interiorización del concepto a través de las actividades experimentadas, destacando la novedad y una buena relación entre los practicantes.Conclusiones: La información ofrecida en este estudio puede ser de interés para los profesionales promotores de programas de ejercicio físico acuático saludable.Palabras clave: Ejercicio físico, actividad acuática, motivación, relación con los demás.  AbstractIntroduction: Nowadays, increases the importance of psycho-social variables such as the passion in different behavioral contexts, for example, sports and education.Goals: The goal of the study was to analyze the evolution of the aquatic passion that has made the PAMS’ practittioners through the SDT. The data of this research come from semi-structured interviews to 49 women.Method: The sample was divided into two groups, an experimental group formed by 28 women (M = 39.04; SD = 12.06), with an average experience of 3.05 years, and a control group made up of 21 women (M = 36.42; SD = 10.01), with an average experience of 2.29 years practising physical exercise in the aquatic environment of a large Spanish city.Results: After the intervention with a program based on the SDT, both groups’ perceived benefits toward the passion, but the experimental group perceived a greater harmonious passion toward the program thanks to the internalization of the concept through the activities experienced, highlighting the novelty and a good relationship between practitioners.Conclusions: The information offered in this study may be of interest to promote the aquatic physical exercise healthy programs of the future professionals.Keywords: Physical exercise, aquatic exercise, motivation, relation with others.  ResumoIntrodução: Atualmente, aumenta a importância da psico-social de variáveis tais como a paixão em diferentes contextos comportamentais, por exemplo, do desporto e da educação.Objetivos: O objetivo do estudo foi analisar a evolução do meio aquático paixão que fez do PAMS' practittioners através da SDT. Os dados da presente investigação provêm de entrevistas semi-estruturadas a 49 mulheres.Método: A amostra foi dividida em dois grupos, um grupo experimental formada por 28 mulheres (M = 39.04; SD = 12.06), com uma experiência média de 3.05 anos, e um grupo controle composto de 21 mulheres (M = 36.42; SD = 10.01), com uma experiência média de 2.29 anos praticar exercício físico no ambiente aquático de uma grande cidade espanhola.Resultados: Após a intervenção com um programa baseado na SDT, ambos os grupos benefícios percebidos para a paixão, mas o grupo experimental percebeu uma maior paixão harmonioso para o programa graças à internalização do conceito através de actividades experientes, destacando a novidade e um bom relacionamento entre os profissionais.Conclusões: As informações oferecidas neste estudo podem ser de interesse para promover o exercício físico aquático saudável programas futuros profissionais.Palavras-chave: Exercício físico, exercício aquático, a motivação, a relação com os outros.

scholarly journals From Instructed Writing to Free-Writing: A Study of EFL Learners

SAGE Open ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 215824402110071
Author(s):  
Saleh Alharthi
Keyword(s):  
Control Group ◽  
Writing Program ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Writing Assignments ◽  
Efl Learners ◽  
Free Writing ◽  
Efl Students ◽  
Structured Writing ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Experimental Group

Writing is an intricate process that encompasses various factors and is a key skill for English as a Foreign Language (EFL) students. Thus, writing assignments are vital for any curriculum. One of the essential aspects of effective writing includes good grammar knowledge. Advocates of process writing argue that a free-writing journal is a practical approach to teaching EFL students writing. This study is intended to examine the impact of the free-writing journal on EFL learners. This study was conducted on 80 students from a writing course at the University. Thirty-five students were randomly selected to join the free-writing program—the experimental group—and 45 students were kept in their regular structured writing program—the control group. The experimental group selected topics of interest to them and was encouraged to write in English freely without concern for errors, whereas the control group followed a regular structured writing program where the topics were selected for them and they wrote following a clear guideline. Five major areas were investigated to evaluate students’ progress: the number of words written, spelling, capitalization, subject-verb agreement, and punctuation. The researcher conducted semi-structured interviews with 10 students of the experimental group to elicit their perception of the free-writing program. According to the analysis, students in the free-writing program acquired better grammar acquisition than the control group. The researcher also observed students’ perception of free-writing at the end of the study and found that free-writing improved their writing skills.

scholarly journals Effects of Long-Term Supplementation of Bovine Colostrum on the Immune System in Young Female Basketball Players. Randomized Trial

Nutrients ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 118
Author(s):  
Anna Skarpańska-Stejnborn ◽  
Mirosława Cieślicka ◽  
Hanna Dziewiecka ◽  
Sławomir Kujawski ◽  
Anita Marcinkiewicz ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Immune System ◽  
Physical Exercise ◽  
Exercise Program ◽  
Bovine Colostrum ◽  
Control Group ◽  
System Function ◽  
Basketball Players ◽  
Immune System Function ◽  
Experimental Group

An intensive physical exercise program could lead to a decrease in immune system function. Effects of long-term supplementation of bovine colostrum on the response of immune function on physical exercise test in athletes were examined. Twenty-seven elite female basketball players (age 16–19) were randomly assigned to either an experimental group or a control group. Eventually, n = 11 athletes completed intervention in the experimental group (3.2 g bovine colostrum orally twice a day for 24 weeks), while n = 9 athletes in the control group were given a placebo. Before the supplementation, after 3 and 6 months, subjects performed the physical exercise stress test. Before, just after, and 3 h after physical exercise testing, blood was drawn and immune system indicators were examined. Plasma interleukin (IL)-1alpha, IL-2, IL-10, IL-13, tumor necrosis factor (TNF) alpha, creatine kinase (CK MM), immunoglobulin G (IgG), insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF1), and WBC, lymphocyte (LYM), monocyte (MON), and granulocyte (GRA) were measured. A statistically significant change in IL-10 in response to the exercise program during the supplementation period in both groups was observed (p = 0.01). However, the results of the rest of the comparisons were statistically insignificant (p > 0.05). Contrary to our initial hypothesis, there were no significant effects of bovine supplementation on the dynamics of immune system function indicators.

scholarly journals Influence of aquatic exercise training on balance in young adults

2014 ◽  
Vol 27 (4) ◽  
pp. 573-581
Author(s):  
Luana Mann ◽  
Julio Francisco Kleinpaul ◽  
Carlos Bolli Mota ◽  
Saray Giovana dos Santos
Keyword(s):  
Visual Information ◽  
Center Of Pressure ◽  
Exercise Program ◽  
Aquatic Exercise ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Healthy Young Adult ◽  
Body Balance ◽  
Balance Deficits ◽  
Adult Volunteers ◽  
Experimental Group

Introduction Physical exercise programs have been suggested to soften or reverse balance deficits and postural deviation. Objective This study investigated the influence of a systematic aquatic exercise program on body balance. Method Healthy young adult volunteers of both genders, aged 18–30 years were assessed. The experimental group (EG, n = 20) was subjected to 24 sessions of aquatic exercises of 50 minutes long, performed three times a week, and the control group (CG, n = 25) suffered no intervention. A 3-D force platform was used to calculate the center of pressure displacement (COP) in anteroposterior and mid-lateral directions with or without visual information. The individuals were assessed in pre or post-training. Results The results demonstrated a decrease in body oscillation in both visual conditions, with post-training values lower than pre-training ones. Visual information was not expressive for EG post-training. Conclusion It was concluded that the program was effective for body balance improvement.

scholarly journals Aerobic Physical Exercise Improved the Cognitive Function of Elderly Males but Did Not Modify Their Blood Homocysteine Levels

2015 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 13-24 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hanna Karen M. Antunes ◽  
Marco Túlio De Mello ◽  
Valdir de Aquino Lemos ◽  
Ruth Ferreira Santos-Galduróz ◽  
Luciano Camargo Galdieri ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cognitive Function ◽  
Physical Exercise ◽  
Metabolic Profile ◽  
Specific Antigen ◽  
Exercise Program ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Healthy Elderly ◽  
Elderly Males ◽  
Experimental Group ◽  
Regular Physical Exercise

Background: Physical exercise influences homocysteine (Hcy) concentrations, cognitive function and the metabolic profile. The purpose of this study was to investigate the influence of regular physical exercise on Hcy levels, the metabolic profile and cognitive function in healthy elderly males before and after an endurance exercise program. Methods: Forty-five healthy and sedentary volunteers were randomized into 2 groups: (1) a control group asked not to change their normal everyday activities and not to start any regular physical exercise program and (2) an experimental group trained at a heart rate intensity corresponding to ventilatory threshold 1 (VT-1) for 60 min/day 3 times weekly on alternate days for 6 months using a cycle ergometer. All volunteers underwent cognitive evaluations, blood sample analyses and ergospirometric assessments. Results: A significant improvement in cognitive function was observed in the experimental group compared with the control group (p < 0.05). No significant changes in Hcy levels were observed in the experimental group (p > 0.05), but there was a significant increase in peak oxygen consumption and workload at VT-1 as well as a significant improvement in cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL, glucose, alkaline phosphatase, urea, T3, T4 and prostate-specific antigen compared with the control group (p < 0.05). Conclusion: The data suggest that a physical exercise program does not reduce Hcy levels in healthy elderly males, although it improves the cardiovascular and metabolic profile as well as cognitive function.

The effect of the REACT strategy on students’ achievements with regard to solubility equilibrium: using chemistry in contexts

2018 ◽  
Vol 19 (4) ◽  
pp. 1287-1306 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tuğçe Günter
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Test Scores ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Medical Laboratory ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Solubility Equilibrium ◽  
Experimental Group

The objective of this research was to investigate the effect of a context-based approach (CBA) ‘Relating, Experiencing, Applying, Cooperating, Transferring’ (REACT) strategy used in relation to the topic of solubility equilibrium in the laboratory chemistry course on students’ achievement at associate level in a health-related program. In this regard, two contexts related to the topic of solubility equilibrium were developed and applied. The study had pre-test post-test with a control group research design and the participants consisted of sophomore students studying in the Medical Laboratory Techniques (MLT) and the Pharmacy Services (PS) Programs of the Ahmet Erdogan Vocational School of Health Services at Bulent Ecevit University (N= 96). The students enrolled in the MLT program were randomly assigned as the experimental group (n= 47) and the students in the PS program were randomly assigned as the control group (n= 49). The experimental group was taught solubility equilibrium by a CBA REACT strategy, whereas the control group was taught the relevant topic by conventional teaching. The ‘Equilibrium of Solubility Achievement Test (ESAT)’ and ‘Structured Interview Form’ were used as data collection tools in the research. The results of content analysis of ESAT post-test showed that the frequency of answers in the sound understanding category was higher for the experimental group compared to the control group students. In addition, the results of Mann–WhitneyUand Wilcoxon tests of the ESAT indicated that post-test scores were higher in both groups compared to pre-test scores and the increase was higher in the experimental group compared to the control group. The content analysis results of structured interview form and semi-structured interviews showed that the students expressed positive views concerning the instruction and the qualities of the contexts in general. In this research, it was concluded that the CBA REACT strategy used in relation to the topic of solubility equilibrium in the laboratory chemistry course improved students’ sound understanding and achievement and helped them develop positive views regarding the instruction and the quality of the contexts.

The effects of problem-based learning (PBL) on the academic achievement of students studying ‘Electrochemistry’

2017 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 78-98 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tuğçe Günter ◽  
Sibel Kılınç Alpat
Keyword(s):  
Problem Based Learning ◽  
Correlation Coefficients ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Chemistry Teaching ◽  
Academic Achievements ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Experimental Group

This study investigates the effects of problem-based learning (PBL) on students' academic achievements in studying ‘Electrochemistry’ within a course on Analytical Chemistry. The research was of a pretest–posttest control group quasi-experimental design and it was conducted with second year students in the Chemistry Teaching Program at the Faculty of Education at Dokuz Eylul University. The topic was taught with PBL in the experimental group and with expository teaching strategies in the control group. The ‘Chemistry achievement test (CAT)’ was applied as the pre-test and post-test in both groups. Post-test scores from the CAT demonstrated that there was a significant difference between the academic achievements of the two groups in favour of the experimental group (U= 8.500,p< 0.05). After using PBL for a period, eleven open-ended questions related to the topic were asked to both groups. The results of these questions were categorized and the scores obtained from the categories were evaluated using content analysis. The results of the scores obtained from the open-ended questions showed that the students in the experimental group were able to make statements containing fewer misconceptions and also had a better understanding of this topic when compared to the students in the control group (U= 2.500,p< 0.05). The correlation between the scores in the CAT post-test and the scores obtained from the open-ended questions of the experimental and control groups was also examined. The Spearman correlation coefficients were found to be 0.907 and 0.595 for the experimental and the control group, respectively. This finding indicated that there was a positive and very high level of statistically significant correlation between the scores in the CAT post-test and the scores obtained from the open-ended questions of the students in the experimental group. Therefore this finding also supports the conclusion that the students in the experimental group were better able to understand the topic and its structure compared to the students in the control group. At the end of the application, the results of semi-structured interviews carried out showed that students in the experimental group had positive opinions regarding PBL.

scholarly journals Sleep Quality in Older Women: Effects of a Vibration Training Program

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (23) ◽  
pp. 8391
Author(s):  
María Victoria Palop-Montoro ◽  
Emilio Lozano-Aguilera ◽  
Milagros Arteaga-Checa ◽  
Víctor Serrano-Huete ◽  
Juan Antonio Párraga-Montilla ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Exercise ◽  
Sleep Quality ◽  
Exercise Program ◽  
The Body ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Adult Women ◽  
Quality Of Sleep ◽  
Vibration Training ◽  
Experimental Group

Background: Sleep is an important phenomenon to restore the body, both physically and emotionally, providing a state of balance in the person. It has been proven that adequate sleep at night is one of the main needs of older people in order to maintain an active and healthy life; among other factors, regular physical exercise can improve the quality of sleep. The aim of this research is to evaluate the effects of a physical exercise program supplemented with vibration training on sleep quality and the use of sleep drugs in women over 65 years of age. Methods: Fifty-two independent, physically active adult women were randomised into two groups: a physical exercise program (n = 26, control group) and the same physical exercise program supplemented with vibration training (n = 26, experimental group). The control group performed two weekly sessions of exercise, and the experimental group added another two sessions of vibration training to these two sessions for 12 weeks. Sleep quality was assessed using the Pittsburgh index. Statistical significance was established as p < 0.05. Results: After the intervention, there were significant changes to the quality of sleep (p = 0.001) and hours of sleep (p = 0.002) in the experimental group. The consumption of drugs decreased in this group, although not significantly; however, it did have a moderate effect size (p = 0.058; d = 0.36). The control group, on the other hand, reported significantly worsened sleep quality (p = 0.001) and increased drug use (p = 0.008). Conclusion: Three months of vibration training, as a complement to a conventional physical exercise program, improves sleep quality and reduces the consumption of sleeping pills in women over 65 years of age.

scholarly journals The Interference of Arabic Prepositions in Emirati English

Sci ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 19
Author(s):  
Jean Pierre Ribeiro Daquila
Keyword(s):  
United Arab Emirates ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Social Variables ◽  
Level Of Education ◽  
Musical Intelligence ◽  
Linguistic Behavior ◽  
Experimental Group ◽  
Do So

The bond between England and the UAE date back to over 220 years ago. This article explored the interference of Arabic prepositions in the English used in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and their occurrences in light of gender and level of education, two important social variables related to linguistic behavior. To do so, participants translated 20 sentences in Arabic into English as well as filled in 30 gaps in sentences in English with the missing prepositions. We also experimented how musical intelligence improved the Emiratis’ performance regarding prepositions. An experiment was carried out to verify if participants from the experimental group, who received training on prepositions through music, obtained better results compared to the control group, who received training through a more traditional way (by listening to the instructor and repeating).

Effect of Physical Exercise Prelabyrinthectomy on Locomotor Balance Compensation in the Squirrel Monkey

1989 ◽  
Vol 68 (2) ◽  
pp. 407-414 ◽  
Author(s):  
Makoto Igarashi ◽  
Kazuhiro Ohashi ◽  
Toshio Yoshihara ◽  
Scott Macdonald
Keyword(s):  
Physical Exercise ◽  
Squirrel Monkey ◽  
Maintenance Phase ◽  
Exercise Group ◽  
Squirrel Monkeys ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Balance Function ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Unilateral Labyrinthectomy ◽  
Experimental Group

This study examines the effectiveness of physical exercise, during a prepathology state, on locomotor balance compensation after subsequent unilateral labyrinthectomy in squirrel monkeys. An experimental group underwent 3 hr. of daily running exercise on a treadmill for 3 mo. prior to the surgery, whereas a control group was not exercised. Postoperatively, the locomotor balance function of both groups was tested for 3 mo. There was no significant difference in gait deviation counts in the acute phase of compensation. However, in the chronic compensation maintenance phase, the number of gait deviation counts was fewer in the exercise group, which showed significantly better performance stability.

scholarly journals The Impact of Drama Instruction on EFL Omani Fifth Graders’ Read-ing Comprehension

2019 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
pp. 674
Author(s):  
Ruqaya Al Rabeei ◽  
Salma Al-Humaidi ◽  
Saleh Al-Busaidi
Keyword(s):  
Reading Comprehension ◽  
Fifth Graders ◽  
Reading Test ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Teacher's Perceptions ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Experimental Group

Drama instruction is one of the methods recommended in EFL literature. This study aimed to investigate the impact of drama instruction on EFL fifth graders’ reading comprehension. It also explored the students’ and the teacher’s perceptions of the use of drama in reading lessons. A total of 74 randomly selected students participated in the study and formed the control group and the experimental group. The study followed the mixed quasi-experimental design. A pre- and posttest reading test was administered to examine the impact of drama on reading comprehension. A questionnaire was implemented to explore students’ perceptions of drama. Semi-structured interviews were also conducted to probe students’ and teacher’s perceptions of drama. The results were quantitatively and qualitatively analyzed. They showed no significant difference in reading comprehension between the control group and the experimental group. However, the experimental group performed better in the posttest than the control group although their mean scores in the pretest were lower. The participant teacher and students responded positively towards the use of drama in reading lessons. They reported that drama activities were exciting and made them love reading.

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