A Classroom-based Randomized Controlled Trial to Promote Physical Literacy in Children: ALPHYL Study Protocol
Overview
- Phase
- N/A
- Intervention
- Not specified
- Conditions
- Physical Activity
- Sponsor
- University of Valencia
- Enrollment
- 285
- Locations
- 1
- Primary Endpoint
- Change of the self-determined motivation for physical activity
- Status
- Completed
- Last Updated
- 2 years ago
Overview
Brief Summary
The goal of this study, named the Active Learning for PHYsical Literacy (ALPHYL) study, was to describe a multicomponent class-based physically-active learning randomized control trial (RCT) in primary school children. The main purpose was to promote children's physical literacy, academic achievement and cognitive function. The ALPHYL study is mainly based on physical literacy, active school models and Supportive, Active, Autonomous, Fair and Enjoyable principles.
Detailed Description
The ALPHYL is an 8-10-week RCT that will be conducted in six primary schools (12 classes) in Valencia and its metropolitan area. Schools will be randomly assigned to the intervention or a waiting-list control group. After a 30 h in-person training course for teachers and weekly meetings in the three months of resource preparation, the ALPHYL intervention will be conducted in physical education (PE) and non-PE lessons by teachers. The intervention consists of at least three physically active learning sessions per day plus model-based PE classes. Its feasibility will be evaluated weekly according to the Reach, Effectiveness, Adoption, Implementation, and Maintenance framework. To assess its effectiveness, a pre-test, post-test and retention (8-10 weeks after the intervention) with primary outcomes (i.e. physical activity level, motor competence, perceived motor competence and physical literacy, motivation, perceived social support, academic achievement and cognitive function), secondary outcomes and covariates will be collected.
Investigators
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- •Participants enrolled in 5th grade (i.e., 10-11 years old).
- •Schools must have at least two groups of primary school 5th grade and the teachers involved in both agree to participate.
- •Each class group includes at least 75% of the participants.
- •Children must not have taken part in other physical activity promotion interventions in the two previous years.
Exclusion Criteria
- Not provided
Outcomes
Primary Outcomes
Change of the self-determined motivation for physical activity
Time Frame: Measured at baseline, immediately after the intervention and 8-10 weeks after the intervention
Adapted version for children of the Behavioural Regulation Exercise Questionnaire. Minimum and maximum response values are from 1 to 5. Higher scores mean a better outcome.
Change of the actual motor competence
Time Frame: Measured at baseline, immediately after the intervention and 8-10 weeks after the intervention
Assessment of the actual motor competence using Canadian Agility Movement Skill Assessment test
Change of the perceived motor competence
Time Frame: Measured at baseline, immediately after the intervention and 8-10 weeks after the intervention
Assessment of this variable using Pictorial scale of Perceived Movement Skill Competence. Minimum and maximum response values are from 1 to 4. Higher scores mean a better outcome.
Change of the executive function
Time Frame: Measured at baseline, immediately after the intervention and 8-10 weeks after the intervention
Stroop test
Change of the perceived social support
Time Frame: Measured at baseline, immediately after the intervention and 8-10 weeks after the intervention
The Physical Activity Family and Friends Support Scale. Minimum and maximum response values are from 1 to 5. Higher scores mean a better outcome.
Change of the academic achievement
Time Frame: Measured at baseline, immediately after the intervention and 8-10 weeks after the intervention
Final grade scores at school
Change of the physical activity level
Time Frame: Measured at baseline, immediately after the intervention and 8-10 weeks after the intervention
Assessment of the physical activity by accelerometers
Change of the perceived physical literacy
Time Frame: Measured at baseline, immediately after the intervention and 8-10 weeks after the intervention
Assessment of this variable using Physical Literacy for Children Questionnaire. Minimum and maximum response values are from 1 to 4. Higher scores mean a better outcome.
Change of the working memory
Time Frame: Measured at baseline, immediately after the intervention and 8-10 weeks after the intervention
Digit Span test
Secondary Outcomes
- Change of the alienation with school(Measured at baseline, immediately after the intervention and 8-10 weeks after the intervention)
- Change of the physical activity intention(Measured at baseline, immediately after the intervention and 8-10 weeks after the intervention)
- Change of the physical activity psychological need satisfaction according to the Self-Determination Theory at physical education(Measured at baseline, immediately after the intervention and 8-10 weeks after the intervention)
- Change of the active commuting to/from school(Measured at baseline, immediately after the intervention and 8-10 weeks after the intervention)
- Change of the body image perception(Measured at baseline, immediately after the intervention and 8-10 weeks after the intervention)
- Change of the social identity(Measured at baseline, immediately after the intervention and 8-10 weeks after the intervention)
- Change of the body Mass Index(Measured at baseline, immediately after the intervention and 8-10 weeks after the intervention)
- Change of the cardiorespiratory fitness(Measured at baseline, immediately after the intervention and 8-10 weeks after the intervention)
- Change of the school satisfaction(Measured at baseline, immediately after the intervention and 8-10 weeks after the intervention)
- Change of the perceived physical self-concept(Measured at baseline, immediately after the intervention and 8-10 weeks after the intervention)
- Change of the knowledge related to physical activity and healthy lifestyles(Measured at baseline, immediately after the intervention and 8-10 weeks after the intervention)
- Change of the physical activity participation (self-reported)(Measured at baseline, immediately after the intervention and 8-10 weeks after the intervention)
- Change of the sedentary behaviour(Measured at baseline, immediately after the intervention and 8-10 weeks after the intervention)
- Change of the math fluency calculation(Measured at baseline, immediately after the intervention and 8-10 weeks after the intervention)