ICT Tools to Promote Physical Activity in Spanish-Speaking Primary School Students: A Literature Review

Abstract

With the arrival of technological tools in all areas of society, and the educational sector is no exception, the question arises: what ICT tools are being used to promote physical activity in Spanish-speaking primary school students? Therefore, the objective of this research was to compile studies based on the implementation and interaction of ICT and physical activity in educational contexts. Afterwards, an analysis of the information was carried out to learn about the most commonly used tools and the advantages they offer for students and teachers.

Within the inclusion criteria, publications and research in databases from 2015 onwards were chosen, selecting 50 studies, but only 27 of them were analyzed because they met the established criteria. A literature review was carried out using the Prisma model for the research The results were grouped into two categories: 1) ICT tools used in physical activities and 2) Advantages of implementing ICT and physical activity in students.

Significant material of importance and benefit was evidenced for the contribution of teaching and learning of students and teachers when implementing and interacting between ICT and Physical Education; improving communication, motivation, and promoting inclusive, accessible, and innovative education. Such implementation must be accompanied by teacher training and pedagogical strategies adapted to the needs of students and curricular objectives.