Synergies Between Physical Exercise and the Abacus and Their Effects on Improving Academic Learning and Well-being in Childhood.
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 状态
- 已完成
- 发起方
- 入组人数
- 82
- 试验地点
- 1
- 主要终点
- Self-Esteem
研究概览
简要总结
This study investigates the synergistic effects of physical exercise and abacus training on enhancing academic performance and well-being in children. It aims to establish a comprehensive educational framework that leverages the cognitive benefits of both physical activity and mental math skills. Research indicates that regular physical exercise not only contributes to better physical health but also significantly enhances cognitive functions such as memory, attention, and problem-solving abilities. Studies have shown that active children tend to perform better academically due to improved brain function and increased focus. Simultaneously, abacus training has been recognized for its role in developing mathematical skills and cognitive abilities. It promotes visual-spatial reasoning and enhances memory retention, which can lead to better performance in mathematics and related subjects.
By integrating these two methods, seeks to provide children with a holistic approach to learning, fostering not only academic success but also emotional and psychological resilience. Preliminary findings suggest that children engaged in combined physical and cognitive training programs show notable improvements in their academic outcomes and overall well-being compared to those who participate in traditional learning environments. The project emphasizes the importance of creating educational strategies that prioritize comprehensive child development, suggesting that a balanced approach involving both physical exercise and cognitive training tools like the abacus can lead to significant benefits in children's learning experiences.
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Interventional
- 分配方式
- Randomized
- 干预模型
- Parallel
- 主要目的
- Treatment
- 盲法
- Single (Outcomes Assessor)
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 6 Years 至 7 Years(Child)
- 性别
- All
- 接受健康志愿者
- 否
入选标准
- •School-aged children, ages 6-
- •Students who are able to engage in moderate-intensity physical activity without medical restrictions and are able to handle the abacus.
- •Students who can regularly participate in the intervention program sessions and follow-up assessments.
- •Voluntary participation, with informed consent signed by parents or legal guardians.
排除标准
- •Children with health conditions that prevent them from safely engaging in physical activity or using the abacus (e.g., heart disease, severe respiratory problems, motor disabilities that limit physical activity).
- •Students with severe cognitive or learning disabilities that may significantly interfere with the use of the abacus or the ability to equitably benefit from the intervention.
- •Children who are unable to commit to continued participation in the program, whether for personal or logistical reasons.
- •Students who are involved in other extracurricular or school programs focused on cognitive or physical training, to avoid overlapping effects of other interventions.
研究组 & 干预措施
Control Group
The control group that will continue with their usual school routine
Experimental Group
The experimental group will participate in weekly sessions that integrate physical exercise and the use of the abacus. This will include physical activities such as sports, outdoor games or physical education classes, for approximately two hours a week. In addition, they will receive teaching sessions that incorporate the abacus to develop mathematical and problem-solving skills.
干预措施: Exercise & Abacus (Other)
结局指标
主要结局
Self-Esteem
时间窗: Up to twelve weeks
Assessed using the Spanish version of the Self-Esteem Test for Schoolchildren, a questionnaire evaluating children's positive and negative self-image. The instrument consists of 23 scored dichotomous (Yes/No) items. Total scores range from 0 to 23, with higher scores indicating higher self-esteem.
Self-efficacy
时间窗: Up to twelve weeks
Assessed using the Self-Efficacy Questionnaire for Children (SEQ-C), a 24-item questionnaire measuring academic, social, and emotional self-efficacy. Items are rated on a 5-point Likert scale, with higher scores indicating greater perceived self-efficacy.
Self-Concept
时间窗: Up to twelve weeks
The perception children have of themselves, influencing their motivation and learning strategies. Measured using the Self-Concept Scale for Children, scores range from 20 to 80, with scores below 50 indicating low self-concept, scores between 50-70 indicating average self-concept, and scores above 70 indicating a high self-concept.
次要结局
未报告次要终点
研究者
Agustín Aibar Almazán
Principal investigator
University of Jaén
