Defining the standard levels of spontaneous cognitive flexibility among master’s students
Background and Study Aim. Research has shown that sports and physical activities have a positive influence on cognitive flexibility. Cognitive flexibility is the ability to adapt and switch between tasks, thoughts, or strategies, and it is considered an important factor in enhancing spontaneous cogn...
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| author | Amina Bougherra Ameur Hamlaoui Ahmed Lebchiri |
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| description | Background and Study Aim. Research has shown that sports and physical activities have a positive influence on cognitive flexibility. Cognitive flexibility is the ability to adapt and switch between tasks, thoughts, or strategies, and it is considered an important factor in enhancing spontaneous cognitive flexibility. The main purpose of this study is to determine the standard levels of spontaneous cognitive flexibility among master’s students.
Material and Methods. In this study, we used a descriptive approach. The research sample included 50 master's students studying sciences and techniques of physical and sports activities, with an equal number of males and females. Among them, 25 students specialized in education, and the other 25 specialized in training. To measure the level of spontaneous cognitive flexibility, we utilized the Cognitive Flexibility Scale as the designated scale.
Results. At the end of the study, the results showed a high level of spontaneous cognitive flexibility among students studying sciences and techniques of physical and sports activities. Furthermore, no significant differences were observed in spontaneous cognitive flexibility and its sub-skills based on the students' specialization (education and training).
Conclusions. Spontaneous cognitive flexibility, a type of cognitive flexibility, can be enhanced through sports and physical activities. Engaging in physical activities often requires individuals to focus on body movements, coordination, and balance. This connection between the mind and body strengthens neural pathways between motor skills and cognitive processes, resulting in improved cognitive flexibility and its sub-skills. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-b109605b9ddf49d49223343ce64911112023-08-30T05:37:59ZengIP Iermakov S.S.Physical Education of Students2308-72502023-08-0127415616110.15561/20755279.2023.04022144Defining the standard levels of spontaneous cognitive flexibility among master’s studentsAmina Bougherra0https://orcid.org/0009-0003-3119-7141Ameur Hamlaoui1https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2985-8970Ahmed Lebchiri2https://orcid.org/0009-0006-0859-0502Mohamed Boudiaf UniversityMohamed Boudiaf UniversityMohamed Boudiaf UniversityBackground and Study Aim. Research has shown that sports and physical activities have a positive influence on cognitive flexibility. Cognitive flexibility is the ability to adapt and switch between tasks, thoughts, or strategies, and it is considered an important factor in enhancing spontaneous cognitive flexibility. The main purpose of this study is to determine the standard levels of spontaneous cognitive flexibility among master’s students. Material and Methods. In this study, we used a descriptive approach. The research sample included 50 master's students studying sciences and techniques of physical and sports activities, with an equal number of males and females. Among them, 25 students specialized in education, and the other 25 specialized in training. To measure the level of spontaneous cognitive flexibility, we utilized the Cognitive Flexibility Scale as the designated scale. Results. At the end of the study, the results showed a high level of spontaneous cognitive flexibility among students studying sciences and techniques of physical and sports activities. Furthermore, no significant differences were observed in spontaneous cognitive flexibility and its sub-skills based on the students' specialization (education and training). Conclusions. Spontaneous cognitive flexibility, a type of cognitive flexibility, can be enhanced through sports and physical activities. Engaging in physical activities often requires individuals to focus on body movements, coordination, and balance. This connection between the mind and body strengthens neural pathways between motor skills and cognitive processes, resulting in improved cognitive flexibility and its sub-skills.https://sportedu.org.ua/index.php/PES/article/view/1848sportsphysical activitiesspontaneous cognitive flexibility |
| spellingShingle | Amina Bougherra Ameur Hamlaoui Ahmed Lebchiri Defining the standard levels of spontaneous cognitive flexibility among master’s students Physical Education of Students sports physical activities spontaneous cognitive flexibility |
| title | Defining the standard levels of spontaneous cognitive flexibility among master’s students |
| title_full | Defining the standard levels of spontaneous cognitive flexibility among master’s students |
| title_fullStr | Defining the standard levels of spontaneous cognitive flexibility among master’s students |
| title_full_unstemmed | Defining the standard levels of spontaneous cognitive flexibility among master’s students |
| title_short | Defining the standard levels of spontaneous cognitive flexibility among master’s students |
| title_sort | defining the standard levels of spontaneous cognitive flexibility among master s students |
| topic | sports physical activities spontaneous cognitive flexibility |
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