The bidirectional dynamic relationship of teacher and peer support: a longitudinal analysis of student engagement in middle school physical education

Key Points

• The research examines how student engagement in physical education influences social support and vice versa over time.
• Longitudinal analysis conducted in middle school physical education settings.
• Assessment of student engagement, peer support, and teacher support over time.
• Analysis focused on cooperative activities and student-centered tasks.
• Student engagement leads to increased social support from peers.
• Peer support enhances emotional engagement and teacher support.
• Mutually reinforcing cycles of engagement and support are identified.

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