Health, Exercise, and Sports Sciences ETDs

Publication Date

Spring 4-15-2024

Abstract

The first study explored secondary physical education teachers’ acceptance and use of a supplemental software application, PLT4M (“Plat-form”). The study was an exploratory cross-sectional mixed methods study guided by the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology. Quantitative results showed that performance expectancy, attitude toward use, and price value significantly predicted PE teachers’ behavior intention to use PLT4M. Qualitative data revealed the following themes regarding teachers’ use: (1) differentiation and modifications; (2) accessibility; (3) limitations and challenges. The second study was a descriptive case study design that applied Activity Theory to examine how one high school PE program uses PLT4M. Four themes emerged from the case study and were: (1) PLT4M supported programmatic curriculum development and alignment; (2) PLT4M enhanced content delivery with students; (3) allocation of digital and physical resources improved program efficacy; (4) student agency in learning. The third study was a part of the qualitative case study within the second study and applied the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology to explore students' experiences and perceptions of using PLT4M in their PE classes. Four themes emerged in the third study, which were: (1) PLT4M afforded student independence; (2) PLT4M provided accountability and motivation to improve; (3) cooperation and social interaction; (4) Easy to use within class.

Keywords

technology, secondary physical education, software application, curriculum, activity theory, PLT4M

Document Type

Dissertation

Language

English

Degree Name

Physical Education, Sports and Exercise Science

Level of Degree

Doctoral

Department Name

Health, Exercise, and Sports Sciences

First Committee Member (Chair)

Karen Gaudereault

Second Committee Member

Len Kravitz

Third Committee Member

Victoria Shiver

Fourth Committee Member

Kelly Simonton

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