Using forum theatre in organised youth soccer to positively influence antisocial and prosocial behaviour: a pilot study

Citation

Rutten EA, Biesta GJJ, Dekovic M, Stams GJJM, Schuengel C & Verweel P (2010) Using forum theatre in organised youth soccer to positively influence antisocial and prosocial behaviour: a pilot study. Journal of Moral Education, 39 (1), pp. 65-78. https://doi.org/10.1080/03057240903528683

Abstract
The aim of this pilot study was to examine the possible effects of a forum theatre intervention on moral team atmosphere, moral reasoning, fair play attitude and on- and off-field antisocial and prosocial behaviour in male adolescent soccer players from 10 to 18 years of age (n = 99). From pre-test to post-test, small but positive changes were found in moral atmosphere, but not in moral reasoning or fair play attitude. Changes were also found in on-field antisocial behaviour, which showed a significant decrease one month after the intervention. However, the changes in antisocial behaviour were not affected by the changes in moral team atmosphere. Off-field antisocial behaviour and both on- and off-field prosocial behaviour did not show a significant change. The results suggest that more extended efforts built on a similar approach are worth investigating.

Keywords
; Sports Social aspects; Soccer players Scotland; Physical education and training; Sports Moral and ethical aspects

Journal
Journal of Moral Education: Volume 39, Issue 1