Exploring the Role of Teaching Aids in Enhancing Physical Education for Schoolchildren: A Literature Review

Abstract

Background and Study Aim. Physical education is an important aspect of school curriculum, and teaching aids play a crucial role in this process. The purpose of this study is to explore different approaches to defining teaching aids and their functions, as well as to identify sources for selecting them in the context of physical education for schoolchildren. Methodology. The study is based on a review of relevant literature, including publications from the Vernadskyi National Library and Google search system. The search criteria used specific keywords related to the topic, and a total of 38 sources were selected for analysis. Results. The study reveals the various approaches to defining teaching aids and their functions in physical education, as well as their sources of selection. A classification of teaching aids used in the process of physical education for schoolchildren is proposed, and the impact of these aids on the content and organization of physical education is highlighted. Conclusions. The study concludes that there is no universally accepted definition of teaching aids, and the classification of these aids in the context of physical education for schoolchildren is yet to be established. Further research is needed to develop a comprehensive classification system that takes into account the various forms of physical education in schools. Ultimately, the findings of this study highlight the importance of teaching aids in the process of physical education and the need for a more systematic approach to their selection and use.