Motor Development and Learning
Effects of Fall-Proof and Multicomponent Exercises on Balance Performance, Cognitive Functions, and Reaction Time in Elderly Men

moslem tarajian; ali heyrani

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 12 April 2025

https://doi.org/10.22059/jsmdl.2025.384659.1808

Abstract
  Introduction. In this regard, old age was recognized as one of the important stages of human development, which was usually accompanied by in all dimensions of growth. Therefore, the aim of the present study was to investigate the effects of fall-proof and multi-component exercises on balance performance, ...  Read More

Motor Development and Learning
Effects of Non-invasive Brain Stimulation (Single and Multiple Sessions) on Executive Functions in Novice Tennis Players

heidar hanoon; ali heyrani; ehsan amiri

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 31 May 2025

https://doi.org/10.22059/jsmdl.2025.393235.1837

Abstract
  Introduction: This research investigates the effects of transcranial direct current stimulation, in one or more sessions, on the executive functions of novice tennis players. Methods: 27 novice male tennis players (mean age 20.29 ± 0.29) were randomly and double-blindly divided into three groups: experimental ...  Read More

Action -Specific Perception in Different Focus of Attention Conditions in Autistic Children

Astireh Hasani; Ali Heirani; Ayoob Sabaghi

Volume 14, Issue 4 , 2022, , Pages 55-68

https://doi.org/10.22059/jsmdl.2023.337990.1639

Abstract
  Introduction: Lifestyle changes and the increasing trend of children's developmental disorders, especially in the field of social interactions have made it necessary to conduct research in this field of study. So the present study aimed to investigate the action-specific perception in the different focus ...  Read More

The Effect of Skill Level Matching in Cooperative Dyadic Interaction on Learning of Forehand Table Tennis Skills in Adolescent Girls

Elahe Siavashi; Ali Heyrani; Ehsan Zareian

Volume 13, Issue 3 , December 2021, , Pages 275-291

https://doi.org/10.22059/jmlm.2021.327012.1594

Abstract
  The aim of this study was to investigate The effect of skill level matching in cooperative dyadic interaction on learning of forehand table tennis skills in adolescent girls. Participants were selected convenience sampling form from 24 junior high school girls in Nahavand city and were randomly divided ...  Read More

Comparison of the Effects of Exercise Intensity on Learning, Spatial Memory and Anxiety Behaviors in Rats with Motion Impairment

Zahra Soori; Ali Heyrani; Rahman Souri

Volume 9, Issue 4 , March 2018, , Pages 667-682

https://doi.org/10.22059/jmlm.2018.247040.1323

Abstract
  The role of the training is to improve the symptoms of Parkinson's disease. The purpose of this study was to compare the effects of exercise intensity on learning, spatial memory and anxiety behaviors in rat with impair . In this study, 24 male rats were randomly divided into 5 healthy control groups, ...  Read More

The Effect of 8 Weeks of Perceptual-Motor Training on Working Memory in Children with Hearing Loss

Zahra Soori; Ali Heirani; Frozan Rafie; Zahra Falahi

Volume 9, Issue 2 , August 2017, , Pages 319-333

https://doi.org/10.22059/jmlm.2017.207927.1090

Abstract
    The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of perceptual-motor training on working memory in children with hearing disorders. For this purpose, 24 student with hearing loss (9-12 years old) in Kermanshah were selected and randomly divided to experimental and control groups. A working memory ...  Read More

The Effect of Local Games on Motor Development and Aggression of Preschool Children

Yasin Kazemi; Ali Heirani; Ghoobad Mehrabiyan

Volume 8, Issue 4 , March 2017, , Pages 593-606

https://doi.org/10.22059/jmlm.2017.61030

Abstract
  This study aimed at examining the effect of local games on motor development and aggressive behavior in preschool children. In a semi-experimental study, 40 children (6 years old) were selected randomly from preschools in Ahwaz city. Pretest was conducted using Ulrich Gross Motor Skills test and Aggression ...  Read More

The Effect of Different Focus of Attention Instructions and Cognitive Styles on the Learning of Dart Throwing Skill

Ghoobad Mehrabeyan; Ali Heirani; Mahmoud Gholipoor

Volume 8, Issue 1 , April 2016, , Pages 159-174

https://doi.org/10.22059/jmlm.2016.59266

Abstract
  This study aimed at examining the effect of different focus of attention instructions and cognitive styles on the learning of dart throwing skill. 80 children were randomly selected and divided into four equal groups: a) field independent-external attention, b) field independent-internal attention, c) ...  Read More

A Comparison of the Effect of Self-Controlled Feedback Frequency and Examiner Controlled Frequency on Acquisition and Learning of Throwing Skill in Children

Ayoob Sabaghi; Ali Heirani

Volume 7, Issue 1 , May 2015, , Pages 57-74

https://doi.org/10.22059/jmlm.2015.54505

Abstract
  This study aimed at comparing the effect of self-controlled feedback with 100% frequency on motor skill learning in children. 60 children (11.1±0.86 yr) were selected randomly and based on their pretest results divided into same three groups of 100% feedback, self-controlled and yoked. In the ...  Read More

The Effect of Pilates Training on Improving the Cognitive Performance of Sedentary Elderly Men in Kermanshah City

Moslem Rahmani; Ali Heirani; Hadi Yaditabar

Volume 6, Issue 3 , October 2014, , Pages 347-363

https://doi.org/10.22059/jmlm.2014.51873

Abstract
  Cognitive performance such as prediction and reaction time changes along with aging. It seems that regular lifetime physical activity depends on the delay of these factors. This study aimed at investigating the effect of Pilates training on the improvement of motor performance of sedentary elderly men ...  Read More

The Effect of Contextual Interference and Type of Feedback Presentation (Self-Controlled and Yoked) on Different Stages of Parameter Index Acquisition in Children

Aioob Sabaghi; Naser Behpoor; Ali Heirani

Volume 6, Issue 1 , May 2014, , Pages 37-56

https://doi.org/10.22059/jmlm.2014.50189

Abstract
  This study aimed at investigating the effect of the type of feedback and practice on the acquisition of parameter index. For this purpose, 8 groups (each 12 subjects) were formed: constant practice group with self–controlled feedback, constant practice group with yoked feedback (yoked group), blocked ...  Read More

The Comparison the Effect of Different Combinations of Physical, Observational and Imagery Exercise on Immediate and Delay Retention of Badminton High Serve

Manochehr Ghalkhani; Ali Heirani; Vahid Tadibi

Volume 3, Issue 2 , October 2012, , Pages 99-117

Abstract
  Cognitive teaching methods facilitate the acquisition of motor skills; among these methods, the combination of physical, observational and imagery exercises has been the focus of recent investigations. The aim of this study was to investigate the facilitative effect of the combination of physical, observational ...  Read More