Guidelines for Management and Problem Solving to Reduce Human Rights Violations for Thai Youth in Higher Education

Abstract

          This research aimed to This study aimed to examine the effects of traditional play activities on fundamental movement skills in young children. The research employed a mixed-methods approach. The sample consisted of 25 boys and girls aged 4 – 5 years who were enrolled in Kindergarten Year 2, Semester 2, in the 2024 academic year at Wat Rat Bamrung School under the Office of the Basic Education Commission. The participants were selected using a purposive sampling method. The research instruments included a traditional play activity plan, an early childhood movement ability assessment form, and an observation record for tracking children's movement development. Data analysis and evaluation of children's movement abilities were conducted using content analysis. The findings revealed that: 1. The fundamental movement skills of young children in three aspects—agility, balance, and coordination—showed an overall improvement after participating in traditional play activities. 2.When comparing the overall average scores of fundamental movement skills before and after the intervention, the post-test scores were higher than the pre-test scores. 3.Observational data showed that the average pre-test score was 9.24, with a high degree of score dispersion. After the intervention, the standard deviation decreased to 0.07, indicating reduced score variation and greater consistency in post-test scores. 4.A comparison of average scores in each aspect of fundamental movement skills before and after participating in traditional play activities further confirmed the positive impact of the intervention.