Global research trends on physical education practices

A Bibliometric Analysis and Science-Mapping Study

Bibliographic Data

ID5285051
AuthorsVicenç Hernández-González, Vicenç Hernández‐gonzález (0000-0003-3201-3298, Universitat de Lleida, corresponding author), Josep Maria Carné-Torrent (0000-0003-0717-1593, Universitat de Lleida), Carme Jové-Deltell (Universitat de Lleida), Joaquin Reverter-Masia, Joaquín Reverter Masia (0000-0002-9441-2764, Universitat de Lleida)
Year2025
Volume7
Pages1532754-1532754
Publication date2025-03-20
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueFrontiers in Sports and Active Living (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 2624-9367 • E-ISSN: 2624-9367
PublisherFrontiers Media SA (PUBLISHER • CH)
DOI10.3389/fspor.2025.1532754
PMID40181928
OpenAlexW4408675780
LanguageEN
Citations received2
References cited54

BackgroundPhysical Education teacher training, specifically internships, require the application of theory to real-life contexts. Although these internships are mandatory in training programs, they are often undervalued. This study aims to provide an overview of research in this field and highlight future trends to contribute to the development of strategies for improving teacher training. The study analyzes the training of Physical Education teachers, emphasizing the importance of professional practice in applying theory to real-world contexts.MethodsTo identify trends and improve teacher training, a bibliometric analysis was conducted on 83 publications retrieved from the Social Sciences Citation Index and the Science Citation Index Expanded in Web of Science.ResultsSince 2010, a significant increase in publications on this topic has been observed, mostly in English, with 1,827 citations and an average of 22.01 citations per article. The documents had 198 authors from 27 countries, with the United States being the most prolific. The analysis revealed three research clusters: one focused on "attitudes" and "inclusion" of children with disabilities, another on "Physical Education" and "teachers' beliefs," and a third centered on "practices" and "perception" in adapted Physical Education. International collaboration was variable, with institutions predominantly from the United States, Brazil, and Spain. The most influential journals included Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly and Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy.ConclusionsThe study reveals a notable growth in research on Physical Education practicums since 2010, with three main thematic clusters and a low level of author collaboration

Citation · Inclusion (mineral · Internship · Library science · Medical education · Pedagogy · Perception · Physical education · Qualitative research · Science Citation Index · Social science · Social Sciences Citation Index · Sociology · Thematic analysis · Computer Science · Inclusion and Disability in Education and Sport · Medicine · Physical Education and Pedagogy · Psychology · Sports injuries and prevention

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