On the choice issue of functional tests in physical fitness of the undergraduates

Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of our research is to determine, on the basis of mathematical processing of the experimental results, the most informative functional test, which makes it possible with a greater degree of reliability to assess the state of the vestibular apparatus and the presence of deviations in the work of the nervous system of students of higher educational institutions, and thereby recommend it for use in the practice of physical education in higher educational institutions. Results: Data analysis of the ascertaining experiment for evaluation of the condition of the vestibular system and possible nervous system disorder of the undergraduates shows a significant difference in functional test indicators which makes it necessary to choose the most informative one. Considering the comparison of the test results according to the normal distribution law and further calculation of variation coefficient of the received data it was defined that Romberg test example assuming to hold the balance standing on one leg with eyes closed with hands upwards is the most informative test allowing to more exactly define the condition of the vestibular system and nervous system of the undergraduates. Conclusion: Practical application of functional tests in physical training of students and interpretation of received data regarding the actual biological age of students allows us to actualize their need in physical activity increase. Herewith it is necessary to rely on results of the most informative functional tests, which do not require the application of complex measuring equipment and are quite simple in calculation of results.

On the issue of continuity in the formation of universal competencies among school graduates and university students

“…To exclude the gap between school requirements to the level of knowledge, skills, and abilities and "entrance" indicators of physical culture and sports, the university standards of physical training for first-year students meet school standards [20,21].…”

“…Analysis of scientific and academic literature on the issues of formation of general competences of students of general education institutions and universal competences of university students in physical culture and sports was performed. It showed that most firstyear university students cannot meet the requirements of higher education establishments in the physical culture and sports owing to an improper level of theoretical, methodical and physical training [19][20].…”