Date of Graduation

8-2025

Document Type

Dissertation

Degree Name

Doctor of Philosophy in Health, Sport and Exercise Science (PhD)

Degree Level

Graduate

Department

Health, Human Performance and Recreation

Advisor/Mentor

Lirgg, Cathy

Committee Member

Kern, Jack

Second Committee Member

Calleja, Paul

Keywords

Physical Education; Technology

Abstract

Abstract This study examined the effects of multi-sensory Neuroplasticity training (MSNP™) using the ROXPro system on the psychomotor abilities of third-grade students in a Midwestern elementary school. The research aimed to determine whether the integration of interactive sensory-reactive technology in physical education could improve reaction time, agility, and explosive power compared to standard PE instruction. A total of 49 participants were assigned to either a control group or an intervention group, with the latter engaging in six weeks of ROX-based drills. A pretest-posttest design was employed, and data were analyzed using ANCOVA, repeated measures ANOVA, and independent t-tests to assess differences between groups while controlling for baseline performance. Results indicated that while the intervention group demonstrated improvement over time, there were no statistically significant differences between the control and intervention groups for any of the measured outcomes. Reaction time and agility scores improved similarly in both groups, suggesting that the ROXPro training did not produce a measurable advantage under the conditions and time frame of this study. These findings contribute to the growing body of literature on technology integration in physical education and underscore the importance of consistent movement experiences for young learners. Although the ROXPro system did not result in statistically significant improvements beyond those of standard instruction, its potential remains promising for future applications. Further research with larger sample sizes, longer intervention periods, and the inclusion of cognitive outcome measures is recommended to more fully explore the benefits of MSNP™ in school settings.

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