In the realm of educational psychology, emotional intelligence (EI) has emerged as a pivotal factor not just in enhancing academic achievement, but also in fostering overall student well-being. Recent research has begun to uncover how EI influences social adjustment and learning processes within educational environments. As schools increasingly integrate comprehensive educational paradigms, the role of EI in supporting not only mental but also physical development becomes evident, particularly through physical education programs. This integration reveals the potential for a more holistic educational approach, yet gaps remain in fully understanding EI’s broad impacts and optimal integration methods.
This research topic aims to scrutinize, through robust scholarly inquiry, how emotional intelligence significantly affects educational outcomes. It seeks to dissect the mechanisms through which EI can enhance both academic performance and personal development, with a special focus on its integration into physical education as a vital component of educational curricula.
The scope is twofold: firstly, it delimits inquiries into the application of EI within traditional educational settings, exploring impacts on learning, social dynamics, and personal growth.
Secondly, it encourages explorations into the physical education realm to understand how EI contributes to learning in physical settings. Specific themes invited for exploration include:
• The impact of emotional intelligence on students’ academic performance and classroom behavior.
• Assessment of how EI correlates with students' psychological health and social capabilities.
• The efficacy of EI training programs in enhancing educational outcomes.
• Comparative studies on EI’s role in educational systems across different cultural contexts.
• Longitudinal studies examining the long-term effects of EI on educational and sports-related achievements.
Contributions may range from empirical research, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses to case studies and comparative cross-cultural studies. Each aims to show the scope of empirical evidence in relation to also sports practice in the psychological and educational fields, thereby unifying theoretical and empirical insights and setting a coherent foundation for future academic interventions.
Keywords: education, factors, Emotional Intelligence, Consequences, Benefits
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