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Conor Philpott is a recent PhD graduate from the School of Education at University College Cork, Ireland. His research focuses on Physical Education, Motor Competence, Perceived Motor Competence, and Inclusion in Second-Level Education. He developed the Project FLAME Perceived Motor Competence (PF-PMC) tool and co-led the Project FLAME school initiative targeting motor competence in Irish secondary schools.
Education:
- Doctor of Philosophy in Education (2023), University College Cork
- Bachelor of Education in Physical Education and English (2018), University College Cork
Research Interests: Conor investigates the relationship between physical movement abilities and self-perceived competence in adolescents. His work addresses disparities between actual and perceived motor skills, aiming to improve school-based physical activity programs and foster inclusive educational environments. He also explores methods for assessing functional movement and fundamental movement skills in youth.
Key Article Trends: His publications focus on validating movement assessment tools, analyzing sex differences in motor competence, and evaluating interventions to bridge perception-reality gaps in adolescent physical education. These studies often employ randomized controlled trials and meta-analytical approaches.
Scientific Awards:
- CACSSS 2023 Research Support
Collaborations: Conor collaborates with institutions including Dublin City University, University of Münster, and University of North Carolina at Greensboro. He has contributed to national studies like the Children's Sport Participation and Physical Activity Study (CSPPA 2022) for Sport Ireland.
