ERIC Number: EJ1468743
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2025
Pages: 11
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ISSN: ISSN-0273-5024
EISSN: EISSN-1543-2769
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Preservice Classroom Teachers' Self-Efficacy toward Providing Physical Activity in the Classroom
Journal of Teaching in Physical Education, v44 n2 p285-295 2025
Purpose: The purpose of this study was to understand preservice classroom teachers' perceptions of and efficacy toward providing physical activity (PA) during the school day. Method: One hundred and seventy-one participants (89% women; 12 universities; 25% secondary) participated in this exploratory sequential mixed-methods study. Teachers participated in a survey that included validated scales, and 20 teachers participated in follow-up interviews. Results: A series of analyses of variance showed significant differences between level of certification sought and teacher efficacy toward providing PA, specifically in areas of institutional and general self-efficacy. Regressions revealed that PA enjoyment was the only significant predictor of teacher efficacy (general, psychological, institutional, and educational efficacy) toward providing PA. Qualitative themes included: (a) perceived benefits of PA, (b) the need for meaningful preparation, and (c) motivation and enjoyment. Conclusion: Increasing PA enjoyment and providing professional development could help preservice classroom teachers be more efficacious toward providing PA in the classroom.
Descriptors: Preservice Teachers, Self Efficacy, Physical Activities, Teacher Certification, Teacher Effectiveness, Program Effectiveness, Student Motivation, Professional Development, Teacher Characteristics, Student Attitudes
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Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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