Barriers to Involvement in School Physical Education Activities by Girl Students in the Northern Region of Jordan


Abstract in English

The study investigated barriers to involvement in school physical education activities as perceived by 7th ,10th and 12th girl students. A random sample of (1511) girl student was selected. Data obtained were collected by a questionnaire consisting of (50) items covering six domains related to barriers to involvement in school physical education activities by girl students.

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