THE EFFECTIVENESS OF AN EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM ACCORDING TO THE MENTAL MAPPING METHOD IN SOME KINETIC ABILITIES AND OFFENSIVE BEHAVIOR IN FOOTBALL FOR YOUNG PLAYERS

Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to The effectiveness of an educational program according to the mental mapping method in some kinetic abilities and offensive behavior in football for young players. The experimental method was used. The research sample represented fourth-year players in the College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences at the University of Babylon for the academic year 2023-2024. The research sample consisted of (40) players, and they were divided into two experimental and control groups, with (20) players for each group. One of the most important results reached by the researcher is that: The educational program, according to the mind mapping strategy, contributed significantly to the development of the kinetic abilities under research ,  the exercises that were applied in the educational program prepared according to the mental mapping strategy also helped in implementing attack plans and formations , and the development of kinetic capabilities reflected positively on the development of the offensive plans of the research sample. One of the most important recommendations recommended by the researchers is that: Emphasis on the use of the mind mapping strategy in educational program when teaching applied academic subjects because of its role in developing effective education, creating a favorable atmosphere for the souls of learners and creating their motivation for the learning process, and conduct similar studies on other individual and group activities, and on different age groups.