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Development of Human Motor Skills and the Promotion of Motivation for Physical Activity
Sponsor: Charles University, Czech Republic
Summary
This study is conducted within the University Centre of Excellence for Studies of Human Motoric at the Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, Charles University. The project focuses on research investigating mechanisms that support motivation for participation in physical activity among children and youth. In recent decades, participation in physical activity has been declining globally, including among children and adolescents. Understanding the factors that influence motivation for physical activity is essential for developing effective strategies to support long-term engagement in physical activity. The study aims to contribute to knowledge about the role of physical activity and physical education in promoting children's long-term physical and mental development.
Official title: University Centre of Excellence for Studies of Human Motoric at Faculty of Physical Education and Sport
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
8 Years - 11 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
325
Start Date
2025-09-11
Completion Date
2029-06
Last Updated
2026-03-20
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
E-MOVE - Emotional Movement Program for Physical Education
A school-based physical education intervention delivered through tandem teaching by a physical education teacher and a trained coach five times per week. The program is based on principles of Affective-Reflective Theory (ART) and aims to promote positive affective experiences during physical activity, supporting children's motivation, engagement, and long-term participation in physical activity.
Locations (9)
ZŠ Laštůvkova
Brno, Czechia, Czechia
ZŠ Heyrovského
Brno, Czechia, Czechia
ZŠ Lomnice
Lomnice, Czechia, Czechia
ZŠ Mlýnská
Mohelnice, Czechia, Czechia
ZŠ Plzeň - Růžovka
Pilsen, Czechia, Czechia
ZŠ Žernosecká
Prague, Czechia, Czechia
ZŠ Lyčkovo náměstí
Prague, Czechia, Czechia
ZŠ Rudná
Rudná, Czechia, Czechia
ZŠ Velké Popovice
Velké Popovice, Czechia, Czechia