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Cognitive Functioning According to the Sport Practiced in Children

Journal: International Journal of Arts and Social Science (Vol.3, No. 6)

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Page : 05-196

Keywords : School children; Sport; CPM intelligence test;

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Abstract

The aim of our research is to find out whether there is an influence of extracurricular sports activity on children's cognitive abilities. Even if there is a significant difference between the disciplines in the level of intelligence in school children. A sample of 55 athletic students, aged between 6 and 10, from primary schools in the city of Oran (Algeria). The students were followed for five school terms. Socio-demographic data was collected through a questionnaire intended for students of both groups and academic results obtained from the administration at the end of each term. A "CPM" intelligence test was administered at the end of the fifth trimester to assess the main cognitive abilities of athletic student

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