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  • Kinesiology
  • Pedagogy

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  • Physically Active Learning (PAL) interventions are increasingly studied for elementary education.
  • Integrating physical activity into academic lessons presents challenges for teachers.
  • The Texas I-CAN! initiative aimed to address these challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the iterative development of the Texas I-CAN! physically active learning intervention.
  • To present a framework for evaluating PAL interventions based on academic integration.
  • To identify key decisions in translating PAL theory into classroom practice.

Main Methods:

  • The study employed a framework analyzing PAL interventions on continuums of relatedness and integration with academic content.
  • Iterative development involved teacher feedback and assessment of physical activity and academic outcomes.
  • The approach focused on practical implementation and theoretical translation.

Main Results:

  • Multiple iterations of the I-CAN! intervention were developed.
  • The framework guided the refinement of PAL strategies for teacher acceptability and effectiveness.
  • Choices were made to balance physical activity goals with academic integration.

Conclusions:

  • The iterative development process, guided by a theoretical framework, is crucial for creating effective PAL interventions.
  • Successful translation of PAL requires careful consideration of academic integration and teacher needs.
  • The Texas I-CAN! approach offers a model for developing and refining physically active learning in elementary settings.