Motivational Training Program for Pre-service Physical Education Teachers
Study Protocol of a Non-randomized Controlled Trial on a Circumplex Model-based Motivational Training Program for Pre-service Physical Education Teachers
Universidad de Zaragoza
38 participants
Sep 1, 2025
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
This study presents the protocol for a non-randomized controlled trial evaluating a motivational-based training program for pre-service Physical Education teachers. The experimental group will participate in a 14-hour training program based on Self-Determination Theory and the circumplex model. The program consists of theoretical and practical training to foster motivating teaching styles and minimize demotivating ones. The control group will follow the standard curriculum of the Master's in Physical Education Teacher Education program without exposure to the specific intervention.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria4
- Enrollment in the Master's in Physical Education Teacher Education at the University of Zaragoza.
- % attendance in training sessions (experimental group).
- Completion of questionnaires at three time points (pre-test, intermediate, and post-test).
- Participation in the final focus group discussion.
Exclusion Criteria2
- Failure to complete required assessments.
- Lack of attendance in mandatory sessions.
Interested in this trial?
Get notified about updates and connect with the research team.
Interventions
This study presents the protocol for a non-randomized controlled trial evaluating a motivational-based training program for pre-service Physical Education teachers, grounded in Self-Determination Theory and the circumplex model. The program, embedded in a Master's in Physical Education Teacher Education, consists of theoretical and practical training to foster motivating teaching styles and minimize demotivating ones. The study will involve at least 38 pre-service teachers, divided into an experimental group (n = 19) and a control group (n = 19). The experimental group will participate in a 14-hour training program combining theoretical and practical components. The control group will follow the standard Physical Education Teacher Education curriculum.
Locations(1)
View Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov
For the most up-to-date information, visit the official listing.
NCT06924554