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Investigating Middle School Students’ Physical Education Emotions, Emotional Antecedents, Self-Esteem, and Intentions for Physical Activity


Abstract Purpose : Grounded in Control-Value Theory, this study aimed to investigate the relationships between emotional antecedents (control-value beliefs) and emotions with students' perceived self-esteem and physical activity intention. In addition, the potential differences in antecedents, emotions, and outcomes by gender were explored. Method : Multivariate analysis of variance and multiple hierarchical regressions were used to explore self-reported responses from middle school students ( N = 247; 51% male, 49% female). Results : Preliminary analysis showed males reporting higher levels of intrinsic value, enjoyment, and self-esteem, while females reported more boredom and shame in PE. Control beliefs and intrinsic value were maintained as positive significant predictors ( p < .05) of self-esteem and physical activity intention. Emotions of boredom and shame were significant predictors above any positive reported emotions for negatively impacting self-esteem and physical activity intention. Discussion/Conclusion : Emotions and their antecedents need consideration for understanding student motivation, particularly for female students who are more vulnerable to negative PE experiences.
Authors Kelly L. Simonton University of WyomingORCID , Todd Layne ORCID
Journal Info Human Kinetics | Journal of Teaching in Physical Education , vol: 42 , iss: 4 , pages: 757 - 766
Publication Date 10/1/2023
ISSN 0273-5024
TypeKeyword Image article
Open Access closed Closed Access
DOI https://doi.org/10.1123/jtpe.2022-0193
KeywordsKeyword Image Exercise Motivation (Score: 0.585845) , Intrinsic Motivation (Score: 0.535335)