TY - JOUR
T1 - Operationally defining physical literacy in Chinese culture
T2 - Results of a meta-narrative synthesis and the Panel's recommendations
AU - Li, Ming Hui
AU - Whitehead, Margaret
AU - Green, Nigel
AU - Ren, Hai
AU - Cheng, Chih Fu
AU - Lin, Linda Li Chuan
AU - Lin, Ching Ping
AU - Liu, Yang
AU - Wen, Xu
AU - Lei, Si Man
AU - Li, Hongjuan
AU - Shy, Deng Yau
AU - Tang, Yan
AU - Choi, Siu Ming
AU - Huang, Yan
AU - Ma, Ruisi
AU - Wang, Fong Jia
AU - Chen, Sitong
AU - Sum, Raymond Kim Wai
N1 - Funding Information:
Not applicable.
Publisher Copyright:
© 2022 The Society of Chinese Scholars on Exercise Physiology and Fitness
PY - 2022/7
Y1 - 2022/7
N2 - Purpose: The definition of physical literacy (PL) needs to be explored by researchers from educational, public health, and sports organisations in Chinese culture; an adequate definition and theoretical framework of PL can then be embraced within different contexts and according to cultural influences. Methods: This meta-narrative synthesis of literature in this area included a series of planning, search, mapping, appraisal, synthesis, and recommendation phases. The literature was translated into English and circulated among international experts to seek suggestions. A total of 74 articles were included in the PL definition synthesis and 28 were included for philosophical synthesis in this study. Results: Based on three rounds of discussions, the final agreement was reached among panel members regarding the defining statements and practical and theoretical models of PL in Chinese culture. According to consensus, PL is the integration of physical, perceptual, cognitive, psychological, and behavioural capabilities, echoing with the need for an active, healthy, and fulfilling lifestyle, which involves continuous positive interactions with the environment and embodied engagement in physical activities for life. The framework addressed five domains (physical, sensory-perceptual, cognitive, psychological, and behavioural) and one important overlapping factor (dynamic environment). A further explanation was provided in the defining statement to assist in understanding the concept. Conclusion: It is suggested that the cultural interpretation and historical background of PL in Chinese discourse should be addressed and respected. The development of a specific cultural definition statement of PL in one country could provide implications for PL researchers worldwide.
AB - Purpose: The definition of physical literacy (PL) needs to be explored by researchers from educational, public health, and sports organisations in Chinese culture; an adequate definition and theoretical framework of PL can then be embraced within different contexts and according to cultural influences. Methods: This meta-narrative synthesis of literature in this area included a series of planning, search, mapping, appraisal, synthesis, and recommendation phases. The literature was translated into English and circulated among international experts to seek suggestions. A total of 74 articles were included in the PL definition synthesis and 28 were included for philosophical synthesis in this study. Results: Based on three rounds of discussions, the final agreement was reached among panel members regarding the defining statements and practical and theoretical models of PL in Chinese culture. According to consensus, PL is the integration of physical, perceptual, cognitive, psychological, and behavioural capabilities, echoing with the need for an active, healthy, and fulfilling lifestyle, which involves continuous positive interactions with the environment and embodied engagement in physical activities for life. The framework addressed five domains (physical, sensory-perceptual, cognitive, psychological, and behavioural) and one important overlapping factor (dynamic environment). A further explanation was provided in the defining statement to assist in understanding the concept. Conclusion: It is suggested that the cultural interpretation and historical background of PL in Chinese discourse should be addressed and respected. The development of a specific cultural definition statement of PL in one country could provide implications for PL researchers worldwide.
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U2 - 10.1016/j.jesf.2022.04.003
DO - 10.1016/j.jesf.2022.04.003
M3 - Article
AN - SCOPUS:85130398602
SN - 1728-869X
VL - 20
SP - 236
EP - 248
JO - Journal of Exercise Science and Fitness
JF - Journal of Exercise Science and Fitness
IS - 3
ER -