Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Social Foundations of Self II: The Generalized Other01:20

Social Foundations of Self II: The Generalized Other

404
According to George Herbert Mead, as children progress beyond the game stage, they develop a more comprehensive understanding of societal rules and norms. This cognitive and social development enables them to internalize the expectations of the broader community, refining their ability to regulate behavior.Consistent participation in organized activities is crucial in helping children recognize that their actions are not isolated but contribute to a more significant, interconnected group...
404
Steps in the Modeling Process01:14

Steps in the Modeling Process

828
Albert Bandura's theory of observational learning identifies four critical processes: attention, retention, motor reproduction, and reinforcement or motivation.
Attention is the first necessary component for observational learning. It involves focusing on what the model is doing and saying. For example, if you decide to take a drawing class to enhance your skills, you need to pay close attention to the instructor's words and hand movements. The characteristics of the model significantly...
828
The Nativist Approach01:21

The Nativist Approach

590
The nativist approach to infant cognitive development proposes that infants are born with inherent knowledge structures that allow them to interpret the world almost immediately. This perspective contrasts with earlier developmental theories, such as those proposed by Jean Piaget, which emphasized a more gradual acquisition of cognitive abilities through interaction with the environment. One key concept in this approach is object permanence — the understanding that objects continue to...
590
Piaget's Theory of Cognitive Development from Childhood into Adulthood01:25

Piaget's Theory of Cognitive Development from Childhood into Adulthood

3.4K
Jean Piaget's theory of cognitive development emphasizes the role of thinking in a child's learning process, suggesting that children are naturally curious about their environment. His approach to development is discontinuous, proposing that cognitive abilities progress through distinct stages, each with unique characteristics. Central to Piaget's theory is schemata—mental structures that allow individuals to understand and interpret the world.
Schemata: Building Blocks of Knowledge
3.4K
Social Foundations of Self I: Play and Game01:24

Social Foundations of Self I: Play and Game

320
The development of self in children is deeply rooted in social interactions, mainly through stages of play and structured games. These stages, outlined by sociologist George Herbert Mead, illustrate how children progressively learn to understand and adopt social roles, forming a cohesive sense of self.The Play Stage: Imitation and Simple Role-TakingIn the early years of childhood, the play stage is characterized by imitative behavior, where children engage in role-playing based on familiar...
320
Sources of Self-Esteem II: Performance Feedback01:24

Sources of Self-Esteem II: Performance Feedback

214
Self-esteem is intricately tied to our perception of competence and our ability to exert control over our lives. One of the primary sources of this perception is performance feedback — the ongoing evaluation of our actions in terms of success and failure. According to Franks and Marolla (1976), people derive self-worth from experiencing themselves as causal agents, capable of achieving goals and overcoming obstacles. This process nurtures a critical component of self-esteem:...
214

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Three-Year Trajectory of Interest in Learning Physical Activity Knowledge: Influences of Gender and Prior Knowledge.

Journal of teaching in physical education : JTPE·2026
Same author

China's forests host a vast, previously unquantified population of old trees.

National science review·2026
Same author

Kinesiology and Physical Education: A Curriculum (Dis)Alignment Perspective.

Kinesiology review (Champaign, Ill.)·2026
Same author

Operationalizing Concept-Based Curriculum for Physical Literacy.

Taiwan yun dong jiao yu xue bao = Journal of Taiwan sport pedagogy·2026
Same author

Multimodal assessment of exercise-induced fatigue: integrating cardiopulmonary, neuromuscular, and biomechanical profiling in high-intensity running.

Frontiers in sports and active living·2026
Same author

Aminyl Radical-Enabled Photoredox/Nickel-Catalyzed C(sp<sup>3</sup>)-C(sp<sup>3</sup>) Suzuki-Miyaura Cross-Coupling via Halogen-Atom Transfer Strategy.

Journal of the American Chemical Society·2026
Same journal

Gender Preference of Conceptions Toward Caloric-Balanced Living.

Physical education and sport pedagogy·2025
Same journal

Parental engagement and implementation fidelity in a mHealth motor skills intervention for young children.

Physical education and sport pedagogy·2025
Same journal

Challenges in learning aerobic and anaerobic concepts: an interpretative understanding from the cognitive load theory perspective.

Physical education and sport pedagogy·2022
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Apr 10, 2026

Problem-Solving Before Instruction PS-I: A Protocol for Assessment and Intervention in Students with Different Abilities
10:26

Problem-Solving Before Instruction PS-I: A Protocol for Assessment and Intervention in Students with Different Abilities

Published on: September 11, 2021

4.5K

Implementation Challenges for a Constructivist Physical Education Curriculum.

Xihe Zhu1, Catherine D Ennis2, Ang Chen2

  • 1Department of Human Movement Sciences, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA 23529, U.S.A.

Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy
|June 13, 2015
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Teacher challenges implementing a new physical education curriculum arose from school constraints and personal preferences, impacting curriculum fidelity. This study highlights barriers to adopting science-based health and fitness programs.

Keywords:
ConstructivistCurriculum implementationPhysical education

More Related Videos

A Standardized Obstacle Course for Assessment of Visual Function in Ultra Low Vision and Artificial Vision
09:29

A Standardized Obstacle Course for Assessment of Visual Function in Ultra Low Vision and Artificial Vision

Published on: February 11, 2014

13.6K
Project-Based Learning Guidelines for Health Sciences Students: An Analysis with Data Mining and Qualitative Techniques
13:44

Project-Based Learning Guidelines for Health Sciences Students: An Analysis with Data Mining and Qualitative Techniques

Published on: December 9, 2022

4.6K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Apr 10, 2026

Problem-Solving Before Instruction PS-I: A Protocol for Assessment and Intervention in Students with Different Abilities
10:26

Problem-Solving Before Instruction PS-I: A Protocol for Assessment and Intervention in Students with Different Abilities

Published on: September 11, 2021

4.5K
A Standardized Obstacle Course for Assessment of Visual Function in Ultra Low Vision and Artificial Vision
09:29

A Standardized Obstacle Course for Assessment of Visual Function in Ultra Low Vision and Artificial Vision

Published on: February 11, 2014

13.6K
Project-Based Learning Guidelines for Health Sciences Students: An Analysis with Data Mining and Qualitative Techniques
13:44

Project-Based Learning Guidelines for Health Sciences Students: An Analysis with Data Mining and Qualitative Techniques

Published on: December 9, 2022

4.6K

Area of Science:

  • Physical Education Curriculum Development
  • Educational Psychology
  • Health and Fitness Science Education

Background:

  • Curriculum fidelity is crucial for consistent educational implementation.
  • Inconsistent curriculum delivery can stem from teacher philosophy, environmental barriers, or local issues.
  • Understanding these factors is key to successful curriculum reform.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the challenges a physical education teacher encountered while implementing a constructivist curriculum.
  • To analyze how these challenges affected curriculum fidelity.
  • To identify barriers in adopting a science-based physical education program.

Main Methods:

  • Ethnographic case study design.
  • Non-participant observation of 75 lessons and 10 interviews (2 with teacher, 8 with students).
  • Constant comparison analysis with open and axial coding.

Main Results:

  • School contextual constraints limited the fitness science learning environment.
  • Teacher's preference for recreational activities conflicted with the science-based curriculum.
  • These challenges influenced the teacher's instructional decisions and curriculum implementation.

Conclusions:

  • School environment and teacher values significantly impact curriculum fidelity.
  • Implementing science-based physical education requires addressing both systemic and individual factors.
  • Further research is needed to support teachers in adopting innovative curricula.