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ArticlePloS one2025

Unpacking how teacher support enhances learning engagement in physical education: A serial mediation model of academic self-efficacy and task orientation among Chinese college students.

Xinjian Xu, Yongneng Tan, Borhannudin Bin Abdullah

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Article in PloS one, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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Xinjian XuSchool of Physical Education, Sanming University, Sanming Fu Jian, China.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0005-4548-9481
Yongneng TanLibrary, Qingdao University of Science and Technology, Qingdao, Shandong, China.
Borhannudin Bin AbdullahFaculty of Educational Studies, Universiti Putra Malaysia, ‌‌Selangor, Malaysia.

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Abstract

backgroundDespite the Chinese government's focus on student physical education, low student participation in physical activities persists, necessitating efforts to improve engagement. PURPOSE: This study explores the relationship between teacher support and university students' engagement in physical education, focusing on the mediating roles of academic self-efficacy and sport task orientation.

methodsA quantitative analysis was conducted to investigate the mediation effects among 2,625 students from various regions and school types.

resultsThe study demonstrated significant correlations between teacher support, academic self-efficacy, sport task orientation, and PELE. Teacher support was found to positively influence physical education learning engagement (PELE) both directly and through academic self-efficacy and sport task orientation. The model fit indices suggested a good fit.

conclusionThe findings highlight the critical roles of teacher support, academic self-efficacy, and sport task orientation in enhancing students' engagement in physical education, offering valuable insights for improving physical education practices.

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LearningPhysical Education and TrainingSelf EfficacyStudentsAdolescentAdultChinaFemaleHumansMaleSocial SupportSportsUniversitiesYoung Adult

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PMID41052079
PMCPMC12500086

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