Correlation between Physical Literacy and Academic Performance among Intermediate-Level Students at GHSS Daraban Khurd, Dera Ismail Khan: An Analysis Using Standardized Test Scores
Quantitative analysis shows a positive correlation between physical literacy and academic achievement in male students, suggesting enhanced physical education may improve outcomes.
Key Points
A significant positive correlation of r = 0.34 was observed, highlighting an important relationship between physical literacy and academic achievement.
Physical literacy was assessed using the nine-item Perceived Physical Literacy Instrument, demonstrating strong reliability at Cronbach’s alpha = 0.79.
The study utilized a quantitative correlational design with 126 male students aged 16-18 from a rural school in Pakistan.
Promoting physical education and sports could enhance academic success and overall wellbeing in resource-limited settings.