DIGITAL APPLICATIONS AS INNOVATIVE MEANS OF INCREASING THE EFFICIENCY OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION LESSONS

Abstract

Purpose – To explore scientific publications by Ukrainian and foreign researchers regarding the impact of digital applications on the quality of physical education lessons, the monitoring of physical activity, and the physical fitness of students in general secondary education institutions.

Materials and Methods – The study employs analysis and synthesis of literary sources – scientific papers, summarizes research findings, and identifies trends in the use of digital applications in school physical education.

Results and Conclusions – The analysis and synthesis of literary sources revealed that both Ukrainian and international scholarly discourse devote considerable attention to the use of digital applications to enhance physical education. Researchers note an increased interest from teachers and students in using digital applications in physical education. It has been found that scientific studies confirm the effectiveness of digital applications in positively influencing motivation for physical activity, expanding opportunities for monitoring students’ physical condition, promoting inclusivity and personalization of the educational process, and fostering digital literacy among participants in the educational process. Moreover, scientific works highlight existing problems and challenges in using digital applications, which require urgent resolution. Thus, digital applications have proven to be an effective tool for improving school physical education by contributing to the innovative renewal of the content, forms, and methods of the educational process. Moving forward, it is advisable to focus on the scientific substantiation of digital learning models in physical education, teacher training in the use of ICT, and the development of national educational platforms adapted to the needs of modern schools.