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Peer reviewedHutchinson, Gayle E.; Mercier, Rita – Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance (JOPERD), 2004
Individuals who are physically active express more confidence in their physical abilities, which leads to stronger motivation to be physically active. Therefore, educators need to find ways to develop confidence among youths in an effort to get them more physically active in and out of school. Self-confidence can be improved with psychological…
Descriptors: Goal Orientation, Social Psychology, Student Motivation, Physical Activities
