Physical literacy in children
Exploring the construct validity of a multidimensional physical literacy construct
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 12565337 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Úna Britton (0000-0002-4454-2085, Dublin City University, corresponding author), Sarahjane Belton (0000-0001-9672-6276, Dublin City University), Cameron Peers (Dublin City University), Johann Issartel (0000-0003-1016-1409, Dublin City University), Hannah Go (0000-0002-4264-6673, Dublin City University), Mark Roantree (0000-0002-1329-2570, Dublin City University), Stephen Behan (0000-0003-3085-2792, Dublin City University) |
| Year | 2022 |
| Volume | 29 |
| Issue | 2 |
| Pages | 183-198 |
| Publication date | 2022-10-19 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | European Physical Education Review (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 1356-336X • E-ISSN: 1741-2749 |
| Publisher | SAGE Publishing (PUBLISHER • US) |
| DOI | 10.1177/1356336x221131272 |
| OpenAlex | W4306776118 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 6 |
| References cited | 42 |
Physical literacy (PL) is highlighted as a construct that can positively impact physical activity (PA). Measurement methods and definitions for PL exist, but vary between research groups. This variation affects the ability to compare research findings. The purpose of this study was to assess the construct validity of PL in children. PL was operationalised according to Whitehead’s (2001 ) definition, comprising confidence, motivation, physical competence, and knowledge and understanding. Participants ( n = 1073; mean age 10.86 ± 1.20 years: 53% male) were measured on: (i) confidence (Physical Activity Self-Efficacy Scale; Bartholomew et al., 2006 ), (ii) motivation (Behavioural Regulation in Exercise-Adapted; Sebire et al., 2013 ), (iii) physical competence (health-related fitness: 20 m shuttle run, back-saver sit-and-reach, handgrip strength, plank); balance (Bruininks-Oseretsky Test of Motor Proficiency 2; Bruininks, 2005 ); object-control and locomotor skills (Test of Gross Motor Development-3rd edition (TGMD-3); Ulrich, 2016 ); and (iv) knowledge and understanding (PA and sedentary guidelines). Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) was conducted to analyse the factor structure of PL. The best-fitting model (χ 2 = 209.8, df = 99, p < 0.001; comparative fit index = 0.95, normed fit index = 0.91, Tucker–Lewis index = 0.93, root mean square error of approximation = 0.032, 95% confidence interval: 0.026–0.038) was a three-component model containing the domains of motivation, confidence, and physical competence. The knowledge and understanding domain did not fit the model well. Factor loadings were highest for confidence and motivation. Findings support the adoption of a pragmatic approach to PL measurement. CFA results indicated a similar factor structure as has been identified in other studies which have used different tools to measure PL domains
Competence (human resources · Confidence interval · Confirmatory factor analysis · Construct validity · Developmental psychology · Health literacy · Mathematics education · Physical education · Physical fitness · Physical therapy · Psychometrics · Statistics · Structural equation modeling · Children's Physical and Motor Development · Inclusion and Disability in Education and Sport · Mathematics · Medicine · Psychology · Social Psychology · Sports and Physical Education Research
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| Unique citing works | 6 |
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| Citations per year | 2 |
| Citation span | 2023 - 2026 (4) |
| Citation velocity | current |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 6 |