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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience of Motor Activity
  • Movement Sciences
  • Developmental Neuroscience

Background:

  • Motor activity significantly impacts Central Nervous System (CNS) structure and function.
  • It holds importance for chronic disease management and Movement Sciences.
  • Physical and mental growth in children, including those with disabilities, relies on movement.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the impact of motor activity on learning and integral personal development.
  • To emphasize the educational value of motor and sports activities for children.
  • To advocate for integrating brain-based motor activity into school curricula.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on neuroscience and motor activity.
  • Analysis of the relationship between motor activity and cognitive functions.
  • Examination of motor activity's role in child development and learning.

Main Results:

  • Adequate motor activity provides significant learning opportunities and supports holistic development.
  • Hypokinesia (reduced movement) is shown to inhibit learning processes.
  • Movement is essential for physical efficiency, health, social interaction, emotional expression, identity formation, and cognitive development.

Conclusions:

  • Integrating motor activity into education is vital for optimal child development and learning.
  • A neuroscientific approach confirms that physical activity positively influences cognitive functions.
  • Implementing brain-based motor activity programs in schools is recommended to counteract the negative effects of hypokinesia on learning.