PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND ITS CORRELATION WITH ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN SOUTH AMERICAN SCHOOLS

Abstract

This study examines the connection between academic achievement in South American schools and physical exercise. Even while research from throughout the world indicates that regular physical exercise and academic achievement are positively correlated, it is critical to investigate this relationship in the context of South American educational systems, taking social, cultural, and regional differences into account. Using a mixed-methods approach, the study combines qualitative observations from educators, students, and parents with quantitative analysis of academic achievement data and physical activity levels. Data is gathered from various South American schools that include urban and rural environments, a range of socioeconomic origins, and a variety of educational frameworks. Initial results show that physical activity and academic achievement are positively correlated in South American schools. Regular physical exercise among students is associated with enhanced cognitive performance, decreased stress levels, and improved general wellbeing. The influence of social contact and extracurricular physical activities on academic performance is also considered in this study. However, the study recognizes that a more complex comprehension of the South American setting is necessary. Cultural norms, geographic differences, and distinctive characteristics of educational programs can all impact the association's kind and degree. The study emphasizes how crucial it is to modify interventions and instructional techniques to fit South American classrooms' unique requirements and dynamics.  As a result, the study adds to the expanding corpus of research on the connection between academic achievement and physical exercise, providing information that will help shape educational practices and policies throughout South America. It is advised to do further study to understand regional differences better and create focused treatments to optimize the benefits of physical exercise for academic achievement in the South American environment.