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Title: Examining the Contradictions between the Theory and Practice of Physical Literacy Assessment: Toward a New Assessment Framework
Language: English
Authors: Xinyuan Fang (ORCID 0009-0009-3355-8645), Zhen Zhang (ORCID 0000-0003-2231-3078)
Source: Journal of Teaching in Physical Education. 2026 45(1):52-65.
Availability: Human Kinetics, Inc. 1607 North Market Street, Champaign, IL 61820. Tel: 800-474-4457; Fax: 217-351-1549; e-mail: info@hkusa.com; Web site: http://journals.humankinetics.com/journal/jtpe
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 14
Publication Date: 2026
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Descriptors: Theory Practice Relationship, Multiple Literacies, Physical Activities, Tests, Performance Based Assessment, Physical Education, Philosophy, Test Content, Hermeneutics
DOI: 10.1123/jtpe.2023-0350
ISSN: 0273-5024
1543-2769
Abstract: Purpose: With the development of physical literacy assessment tools such as Passport for Life and Physical Literacy Assessment for Youth, physical literacy assessment has become a hot topic in current academic research, and its assessment determines whether or not it can be put into practice, as well as leading the way in the design and implementation of pedagogical methods. Therefore, reviewing and analyzing currently available physical literacy assessment tools is valuable. Method: Based on the above, two scientific questions arise: (a) What exactly does the current physical literacy assessment tools measure, and does this contradict the original intent of physical literacy? (b) Does the current physical literacy assessment tool contradict the philosophical foundations? We reviewed physical literacy assessment tools and used a systematic review to search the Web of Science core collection. Results: (a) The results of physical literacy assessment tools are contradictory to their original purpose and cannot truly reflect the level of physical literacy. (b) Physical literacy assessment tools are contradictory to their philosophical foundations. Discussion/Conclusion: To solve these two problems, this paper draws on Wiggins' "authentic assessment" paradigm. It proposes a new physical literacy assessment framework utilizing the Sports Game Plus Scale, which provides a reference for developing future physical literacy assessment tools.
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