A Review of Common Tests for Evaluating Animal Learning and Memory Ability in the Field of Physical Education
Subject Areas : Physical Activity and Health
Maedeh Poureskandar
1
,
Saleh Rahmati
2
,
Zahra Entezari
3
,
Marzieh Balali
4
1 - Department of Motor Behavior, Central Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran.
2 - Department of Physical Education, Pardis Branch, Islamic Azad University, Pardis, Iran.
3 - Department of Motor Behavior, Central Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
4 - Department of Motor Behavior, Central Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
Keywords: Open field habituation, Passive avoidance test, Step-down inhibitory avoidance task, Active avoidance test, Morris water maze, ,
Abstract :
This article provides a review of common tests used to evaluate animal learning and memory abilities within the field of physical education. Animal models have long been utilized to study various aspects of human physiology and behavior, including learning and memory processes. Understanding how animals learn and remember can provide valuable insights into the development of effective teaching and training strategies in physical education. The review focuses on commonly employed tests that assess learning and memory abilities in animals. The Morris water maze is a widely used test that assesses spatial learning and memory in rodents. It involves training animals to locate a hidden platform in a pool of water using spatial cues. The radial arm maze evaluates spatial working memory by requiring animals to remember and choose specific arms of a maze to obtain rewards. The T-maze is another spatial memory test that measures an animal's ability to remember and navigate through a T-shaped maze to find a reward. By utilizing appropriate tests, researchers can gain valuable insights into the learning and memory processes of animals, which can inform the development of effective teaching and training strategies for human learners.