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Thomas, Jerry R.; Chissom, Brad S. – Research Quarterly, 1974
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Motor Development, Perception Tests, Perceptual Development
PDF pending restorationThomas, Jerry R.; And Others – 1974
This study assesses the effects of a specifically designed perceptual-motor training program on the level of perceptual-motor development, self-concept, and academic ability of kindergarten children. Forty kindergarten children were randomly assigned to one of two groups. The experimental group was exposed to a specifically designed…
Descriptors: Academic Ability, Educational Programs, Kindergarten Children, Motor Development
Thomas, Jerry R.; And Others – Research Quarterly, 1975
This study assessed the effects of a specifically designed perceptual-motor training program on the level of perceptual-motor development, self-concept, and academic ability of kindergarten children. (RC)
Descriptors: Academic Ability, Kindergarten, Kindergarten Children, Motor Development
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Practical implications for physical education teachers are drawn after a review of research on perceptual motor training programs for elementary school children. Three categories of theorists are identified: those who emphasize the intellectual involvement of the child in motoric functioning; those who stress development of perceptual motor bases…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Cognitive Ability, Correlation, Elementary School Students
