Constraints-Led Approach in Teaching Fundamental Movement Skills to Children: A Systematic Literature Review
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The constraints-led approach has been widely discussed as an alternative method to support the development of fundamental movement skills in children. The aim of this article was to provide a better understanding of how the constraints-led approach can be applied in educational settings, particularly in the teaching of basic motor skills to primary school children. This research also discusses trends and future directions related to the use of this approach in physical education. A systematic literature review method was used by applying specific inclusion and exclusion criteria. Of the 80 articles initially identified, only 30 were found relevant and included in further analysis. The findings of this study focus on three main components, namely the research trends regarding constraints-led approach in physical education, its effectiveness in supporting motor development in children, and future research directions in this field. The implementation of the constraints-led approach still presents various challenges due to variations in research results and contexts. Further studies are needed to strengthen empirical evidence and to guide the application of this approach in school-based learning environments. Research involving broader sample groups and longer intervention periods is strongly recommended for future exploration.
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