scholarly journals Motivational climate, need satisfaction, self-determined motivation, and accelerometer-measured physical activity among secondary school students in China

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ruzhuan Chen ◽  
Lijuan Wang ◽  
Bingnan Wang ◽  
Yulan Zhou

Abstract Objectives Based on integration constructs from self-determination theory (SDT) and achievement goal theory (AGT), this study aims to investigate the relationship among classroom motivational climate from four perspectives (i.e., autonomy support, relatedness support, task-involving climate and ego-involving climate), three psychological needs (i.e., autonomy, competence and relatedness), self-determined motivation and physical activity (PA) in secondary physical education (PE). Methods The participants consisted of 1,186 Chinese students aged 11 to 16 years from three secondary schools around Shanghai. An accelerometer was adopted to measure moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA). Questionnaires were used to measure SDT variables (i.e., classroom motivational climate, perceived competence, autonomy, relatedness, self-determined motivation). Structural equation modelling (SEM) was used to analyze the hypothesized relationship. Results A SEM analysis revealed that autonomy support and task-involving climate were positively associated with autonomy, relatedness and competence. Relatedness support was positively related with autonomy and relatedness, whereas ego-involving climate was only associated with competence. The three psychological needs positively affected self-determined motivation, and self-determined motivation positively affected the MVPA time of secondary school students in PE lessons. Conclusion These findings support a model of motivation that integrate SDT and AGT, provides new insight into understanding MVPA in Chinese PE, and establishes a solid basis for intervention research.

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ruzhuan Chen ◽  
Lijuan Wang ◽  
Bingnan Wang ◽  
Yulan Zhou

Abstract Objectives Based on integration constructs from self-determination theory (SDT) and achievement goal theory (AGT), this study aims to investigate the relationship among classroom motivational climate from four perspectives (i.e., autonomy support, relatedness support, task-involving climate and ego-involving climate), three psychological needs (i.e., autonomy, competence and relatedness), self-determined motivation and physical activity (PA) in secondary physical education (PE).Methods The participants consisted of 1,186 Chinese students aged 11 to 16 years from three secondary schools around Shanghai. An accelerometer was adopted to measure moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA). Questionnaires were used to measure SDT variables (i.e., classroom motivational climate, perceived competence, autonomy, relatedness, self-determined motivation). Structural equation modelling (SEM) was used to analyze the hypothesized relationship.Results A SEM analysis revealed that autonomy support and task-involving climate were positively associated with autonomy, relatedness and competence. Relatedness support was positively related with autonomy and relatedness, whereas ego-involving climate was only associated with competence. The three psychological needs positively affected self-determined motivation, and self-determined motivation positively affected the MVPA time of secondary school students in PE lessons.Conclusion These findings support a model of motivation that integrate SDT and AGT, provides new insight into understanding MVPA in Chinese PE, and establishes a solid basis for intervention research.


2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ruzhuan Chen ◽  
Lijuan Wang ◽  
Bingnan Wang ◽  
Yulan Zhou

Abstract Background: On the basis of the integration constructs from self-determination theory (SDT) and achievement goal theory (AGT), this study aims to investigate the relationship among classroom motivational climate from four perspectives (i.e. autonomy support, relatedness support, task-involving climate and ego-involving climate), three psychological needs (i.e. autonomy, competence and relatedness), self-determined motivation and physical activity (PA) in secondary physical education (PE). Methods: Participants consisted of 1,186 Chinese students aged 11 to 16 years from three secondary schools in Shanghai. Accelerometers were utilized to measure moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA). Questionnaires were used to measure SDT variables (i.e. classroom motivational climate, perceived competence, autonomy, relatedness and self-determined motivation). Structural equation modelling (SEM) was adopted to analyse the hypothesised relationship.Results: SEM analysis revealed that task-involving climate and autonomy support were positively associated with autonomy, relatedness and competence. Relatedness support was positively related with autonomy and relatedness, whereas ego-involving climate was only associated with competence. The three psychological needs positively affected self-determined motivation, and self-determined motivation positively affected the MVPA time of secondary school students in PE lessons.Conclusion: These findings support a model of motivation that integrates SDT and AGT, provides new insight into understanding MVPA in Chinese PE, and establishes a solid basis for intervention research.


2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ruzhuan Chen ◽  
Lijuan Wang ◽  
Bingnan Wang ◽  
Yulan Zhou

Abstract Background On the basis of the integration constructs from self-determination theory (SDT) and achievement goal theory (AGT), this study aims to investigate the relationship among classroom motivational climate from four perspectives (i.e. autonomy support, relatedness support, task-involving climate and ego-involving climate), three psychological needs (i.e. autonomy, competence and relatedness), self-determined motivation and physical activity (PA) in secondary physical education (PE). Methods Participants consisted of 1186 Chinese students aged 11 to 16 years from three secondary schools in Shanghai. Accelerometers were utilized to measure moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA). Questionnaires were used to measure SDT variables (i.e. classroom motivational climate, perceived competence, autonomy, relatedness and self-determined motivation). Structural equation modelling (SEM) was adopted to analyse the hypothesised relationship. Results SEM analysis revealed that task-involving climate and autonomy support were positively associated with autonomy, relatedness and competence. Relatedness support was positively related with autonomy and relatedness, whereas ego-involving climate was only associated with competence. The three psychological needs positively affected self-determined motivation, and self-determined motivation positively affected the MVPA time of secondary school students in PE lessons. Conclusion These findings support a model of motivation that integrates SDT and AGT, provides new insight into understanding MVPA in Chinese PE, and establishes a solid basis for intervention research.


SAGE Open ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 215824401990125 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rafael Burgueño ◽  
José Macarro-Moreno ◽  
Jesús Medina-Casaubón

This research aimed to adapt and psychometrically examine the Multidimensional Perceived Autonomy Support Scale in Physical Education in the Spanish context. The participants were 560 (264 men and 296 women; Mage = 14.49, SDage = 1.05) physical education secondary school students. The results underpinned a 15-item three-factor correlated model, which was invariant across gender and age. The reliability analysis reflected an acceptable level of internal consistency and temporal stability for each factor. The structural equation modeling showed that perceived cognitive, procedural, and organizational autonomy support predicted positively and significantly basic psychological need satisfaction. The Multidimensional Perceived Autonomy Support Scale in Physical Education is a valid and reliable instrument to multidimensionally measure the secondary school students’ perception of autonomy support from physical education teachers in the Spanish context.


2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 ◽  
pp. 1-11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Min Wang ◽  
Lijuan Wang

Objectives. This study investigated the effectiveness of Teaching Games for Understanding (TGfU) intervention on the moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) levels of students from Grades 9 and 10. Methods. A total of 118 students from four classes (two TGfU groups and two technique groups) participated in this study. Accelerometers were used to measure the MVPA time of students, and formal interviews were conducted to identify the factors that contributed to the MVPA level of students in TGfU classes. Results. The results reveal that the TGfU [t (1, 57) = - 11.622, p <.001, and d =.841] and technical [t (1, 61) = -4.232, p <.001, and d =.236] group exhibited significantly improved MVPA levels in intervention phase. During the intervention period, the MVPA time of the TGfU group (M = 20.26, SD = 3.74) was significantly longer than that of the technique group [M = 17.62, SD = 3.37, t (1, 118) = 4.023, p < .001, and d = .35]. Moreover, in the TGfU classes, boys (M=21.476, SD =.719) spent significantly more time engaging in MVPA than girls (M = 19.135, SD = .645) [F (1, 57) = 5.807, p = .019, and η2= .09]. However, no significant differences were determined between the MVPA levels of high- and low-skilled students. Data gathered through interviews suggested that the nature of the games, the small-sided team, and the freedom and enjoyment experienced by the students through games may explain the high MVPA levels observed in the TGfU classes. Conclusion. TGfU intervention can potentially be used to promote physical activities and attain the recommended MVPA time in PE classes (50% class time).


2021 ◽  
Vol 25 (3) ◽  
pp. 178-187
Author(s):  
'Arif B. Azlan ◽  
Nadzirah Ismail ◽  
Nor Farah Mohamad Fauzi ◽  
Ruzita Abd. Talib

Background and Study Aim. Non-sport activities like traditional games can be a practical way to promote physical activity (PA) during physical education (PE) lessons, especially among those who are less inclined towards sports. The purpose of this study is to compare the PA variables and acceptance between playing traditional games and free-play during physical education lessons among secondary school students. Material and Methods. Fifty-six (n = 56) subjects participated in this study wore accelerometers for a total of 40 minutes during each PE lesson to record PA. In the first week, a 40-min free-play PE lesson was done while in the second week, a 40-min PE lesson incorporated with traditional games (TG-PE lesson) was done. After following both lessons, subjects filled up a questionnaire on acceptance of TG-PE and free-play PE lessons. Results. The mean total activity count (p < 0.05) and time spent in moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) (p < 0.05) were 20% and 19% greater respectively during TG-PE lesson compared to free-play PE lesson. The mean acceptance scores showed students preferred playing TG (19.29 ± 4.21; p < 0.00) over free-play PE lesson (17.59 ± 3.13). Conclusions. In conclusion, incorporating fun and meaningful activities such as TG during PE lessons can serve as an alternative strategy to promote PA during school hours. Further studies are warranted to determine other types of TG that may promote PA among secondary school students.


Author(s):  
Ming-Yu Claudia Wong ◽  
Pak-Kwong Chung ◽  
Ka-Man Leung

The association between physical activity in achieving mental health benefits and subjective well-being is consistently identified by empirical research. The causation of a positive self-concept created by physical exercise is empirically supported by Sonstroem and Morgan’s (1988) exercise and self-esteem model (EXSEM). However, various drawbacks of maintaining high self-esteem have been identified; thus, the concept of self-compassion was conjectured to be a form of “true self-esteem.” Hence, the current study aimed to investigate the relationship between physical activity and self-compassion by examining the exercise and self-esteem model revised with self-compassion (EXSEM-SC). This study recruited secondary school students from Hong Kong using convenience sampling. The structural equation modeling (SEM) approach, including path analysis and multiple indicators, multiple causes (MIMIC) modeling, were used to reveal the results of the study. The results (n = 1097) indicated that the relationship between physical activity and self-compassion could be demonstrated by the EXSEM-SC, with a satisfactory goodness-of-fit index in the SEMs. The SEM also demonstrated the direct paths from physical activity to self-compassion and mental well-being, indicating the significant effect of physical activity on self-compassion.


Retos ◽  
2016 ◽  
pp. 3-7
Author(s):  
Vicente Javier Beltrán Carrillo ◽  
Ana Cristina Sierra ◽  
Alejandro Jiménez Loaisa ◽  
David González-Cutre ◽  
Celestina Martínez Galindo ◽  
...  

Diferencias según género en el tiempo empleado por adolescentes en actividad sedentaria y actividad física en diferentes segmentos horarios del díaEl objetivo de este estudio fue analizar si existían diferencias según género en el tiempo empleado por los adolescentes en actividad sedentaria y actividad física ligera, moderada y vigorosa en diferentes segmentos horarios del día. Estas diferencias se analizaron tanto entre semana como en fin de semana. La muestra inicial de este estudio se compuso de 206 estudiantes de 3º y 4º de Educación Secundaria Obligatoria (M= 15,07; DT= 0,86). Las mediciones de la actividad sedentaria y la actividad física se realizaron con acelerómetros ActiGraph GT3X que los adolescentes llevaron durante una semana. Las chicas mostraron mayor actividad sedentaria que los chicos en el segmento horario ‘Precolegio’ (de 06:30 a 08:30 horas), mientras que los chicos presentaron mayor actividad física vigorosa en este segmento horario. Los chicos mostraron mayor actividad física vigorosa en los segmentos horarios ‘Colegio’ (de 08:31 a 14:30 horas), ‘Comida entre semana’ (de 14:31 a 16:00 horas), ‘Tarde 1 entre semana’ (de 16:01 a 18:30 horas) y ‘Tarde 2 entre semana’ (de 18:31 a 21:00 horas). Las chicas presentaron mayor actividad sedentaria en el segmento ‘Tarde 2 entre semana’. Durante el fin de semana, los chicos mostraron mayor actividad vigorosa en el segmento horario ‘Tarde 1’ (de 16:01 a 18:30 horas). Junto a la discusión de los resultados, este artículo plantea una serie de recomendaciones para la promoción de la actividad física en las chicas.Abstract. The aim of this study was to analyse the existence of possible gender differences in time spent by adolescents in sedentary activity and light, moderate and vigorous physical activity in different day segments. These differences were analysed both on weekdays and weekend days. The initial sample of this study consisted of 206 secondary school students (M= 15.07; SD= 0.86). Sedentary and physical activity were measured with ActiGraph GT3X accelerometers, which were worn by the adolescents during one week. Girls showed higher levels of sedentary activity during ‘Pre-school time’ (from 06:30 to 08:30 hours), whereas boys showed more vigorous physical activity during this segment of the day. Boys showed higher levels of vigorous physical activity during ‘School’ (from 08:31 to 14:30 hours), ‘Weekday lunches’ (from 14:31 to 16:00 hours), ‘Weekday afternoons’ (from 16:01 to 18:30 hours), and ‘Weekday evenings’ (from 18:31 to 21:00 hours). Girls showed more sedentary activity during ‘Weekday evenings’. Finally, boys showed higher levels of vigorous physical activity during ‘Weekend afternoons’ (from 16:01 to 18:30 hours). Besides the discussion of the results, this article proposes several recommendations to promote girls’ participation in physical activity


2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 ◽  
pp. 1-12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yulan Zhou ◽  
Lijuan Wang

Background and Objective. Several reviews have summarised studies on secondary school students’ moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) in physical education (PE), but no systematic review with semiquantitative assessment has been conducted to specifically identify the correlates of their MVPA. This review aims to systematically summarise the existing literature, which investigated correlates of MVPA of secondary school students during their PE lessons. Methods. A systematic search using ERIC, SPORTDiscus, PubMed, PsycINFO, Academic Search Premier, and Web of Science was conducted to identify the correlates of the MVPA of secondary school students in PE. Studies were eligible if they were English published articles and examined the association with MVPA during secondary school PE lessons and cross-sectional and prospective longitudinal quantitative studies. Two reviewers independently examined the articles, assessed their methodological quality, and performed data extraction. The correlates of MVPA were synthesised and further assessed semiquantitatively. Results. Fifty-five studies were identified to correlate with secondary school students’ MVPA in PE lessons. Further analysis only included 43 studies (78.2%) that were of medium and high quality by methodological quality assessment. Out of 54 variables identified from these medium and high-quality studies, 11 were consistently associated with the MVPA. Sex (boys), ethnicity (White), class gender (boys-only), PE activities (team games), lesson location (outdoors), expectancy beliefs, subjective task values, and enjoyment were consistently and positively associated with MVPA. Other variables, namely, class gender (girls-only), PE activities (movement activities), and lesson context (knowledge), were consistently and negatively related to MVPA. Conclusions. Interventions focusing on the consistent variables are needed to build active lesson time in PE. This review also provides insights for future research.


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