Aims and Scope

Focus & Scope Movement in Action

The scope of Movement in Action encompasses research, initiatives, and practices that advance physical education, physical literacy, sport, health, and community development. The journal welcomes contributions that connect evidence-based approaches with meaningful impact in schools and communities. Its scope includes, but is not limited to, the following areas.

Areas of Focus

Physical Education Innovation in Schools & Communities

  • Implementation of innovative pedagogical models in physical education through community outreach and engagement.
  • Teacher professional development programs, including collaborations with professional teacher associations, to enhance the quality of physical education.

Physical Literacy Development

  • Initiatives promoting physical literacy across the lifespan, including children, adolescents, adults, and older adults.
  • Assessment and intervention programs designed to improve confidence, physical competence, and motivation for lifelong movement.

Sports for Development & Social Change

  • Grassroots sports programs for marginalized communities and individuals with special needs.
  • The use of sport as a medium for character building, social integration, inclusion, and mental well-being.

Health, Fitness, and Wellness Interventions

  • Public health campaigns addressing sedentary lifestyles, obesity, and non-communicable diseases through structured physical activity.
  • Community fitness programs, nutrition education linked to physical fitness, and health literacy initiatives.

Digital Literacy & Technology in Physical Activity

  • Digital advocacy projects, mobile applications, and digital media campaigns promoting sport, health, and physical literacy.
  • The integration of digital literacy and technology into physical education to support engagement, learning, and active lifestyles.
Interdisciplinary perspectives are welcome. Submissions may address these areas through research, community-based initiatives, evidence-informed interventions, educational innovation, and technology-enhanced approaches that contribute to physical activity and community well-being.