Intellectual DisabilityTENN-IDNCT07577830
AI-Supported and Traditional Tennis Training in Individuals With Intellectual Disabilities
A study testing Technology-Supported Tennis Training (Real-Time Pose Estimation-Based Instruction) and Traditional Tennis Training in people with Intellectual Disability, run by Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
This study aims to examine the tennis learning experiences of children with mild intellectual disabilities aged 12-18 years by comparing a real-time pose recognition technology-supported teaching approach with a traditional face-to-face instructional method. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 12 to 18 years
- Conditions the study is for
- Intellectual Disability
- What is being tested?
- Technology-Supported Tennis Training (Real-Time Pose Estimation-Based Instruction) and Traditional Tennis Training
- Type of treatment
- Lifestyle or therapy programme
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 30 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 13 Oct 2025to 20 Jan 2026
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 12 to 18 years
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Child, Adult
Who may be able to join
- Aged 12-18 years
- Diagnosed with mild intellectual disability
- Willing to participate voluntarily in the study
- Able to attend regular training sessions (3 days per week for 14 weeks)
- No severe physical condition preventing participation in physical activity
- Right-hand dominant
Who cannot join
- Withdrawal of consent by participant or legal guardian
- Irregular attendance in training sessions or inability to complete the intervention program
- Missing at least one of the scheduled interview sessions
- Presence of severe physical or medical conditions that may limit participation in tennis activities
- Inability to follow basic instructions during training sessions
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
Turkey (Türkiye)1 site
Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University, School of Sport Sciences
Burdur, Burdur, 15200
About this study
Official title: Tennis Learning Experiences of Individuals With Intellectual Disabilities: A Comparative Analysis of Technology-Supported and Traditional Approaches
This study aims to examine the tennis learning experiences of children with mild intellectual disabilities aged 12-18 years by comparing a real-time pose recognition technology-supported teaching approach with a traditional face-to-face instructional method. The research focuses on how participants experience these two different teaching approaches and how these approaches influence their learning process in basic tennis skills.
A total of 30 participants will be included and divided into two groups: one group will receive tennis instruction supported by real-time pose recognition technology, and the other group will receive traditional instructor-led training. The intervention will last for 14 weeks and will focus on teaching basic tennis skills such as forehand and backhand strokes.
The study seeks to answer the following questions: How do children with mild intellectual disabilities experience technology-supported versus traditional tennis instruction? What differences exist between the two approaches in terms of learning experience, engagement, and motor skill development?
Read the detailed description
This study is designed as a qualitative and comparative investigation examining the learning experiences of children with mild intellectual disabilities aged 12-18 in acquiring basic tennis skills through two different instructional approaches: a real-time pose recognition technology-supported method and a traditional face-to-face teaching method.
The technology-supported intervention will be implemented using a real-time pose estimation system based on the MediaPipe framework. This system provides immediate visual feedback by analyzing participants' body movements and identifying deviations from correct movement patterns. In the traditional instruction group, teacher-centered methods such as demonstration, verbal explanation, and corrective feedback will be used.
The intervention will last for 14 weeks, with training sessions conducted three days per week for 45 minutes each. The instructional content is structured into two phases: the first seven weeks will focus on forehand stroke development, while the remaining seven weeks will focus on backhand stroke acquisition. Both groups will aim to develop fundamental tennis motor skills appropriate for beginners with intellectual disabilities.
Data will be collected through a socio-demographic information form, semi-structured interviews, and field notes. Interviews will be conducted at multiple stages of the intervention (week 7, week 14, and post-intervention) to explore participants' learning experiences, perceptions of the instructional methods, motivation levels, and challenges encountered during the learning process.
Qualitative data will be analyzed using content analysis. Codes and themes will be generated to compare learning experiences across the two instructional approaches. The study aims to provide an in-depth understanding of how technology-supported instruction influences motor skill acquisition and engagement in physical education settings for individuals with mild intellectual disabilities.
- Conditions
- Intellectual Disability
- Being tested
- Technology-Supported Tennis Training (Real-Time Pose Estimation-Based Instruction), Traditional Tennis Training
- Keywords
- Intellectual Disability, Tennis Training, Motor Skill Acquisition, Physical Education, Technology-Assisted Instruction, Pose Estimation, Traditional Instruction
- Medical subject headings
- Intellectual Disability
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Technology-Supported Tennis Training (Real-Time Pose Estimation-Based Instruction)Behavioural
Participants receive tennis instruction supported by a real-time pose recognition system (MediaPipe-based). The system provides immediate visual feedback on body posture and movement accuracy during forehand and backhand skill acquisition. Instruction aims to enhance motor learning through augmented feedback and movement correction.
Traditional Tennis TrainingBehavioural
Participants receive standard face-to-face tennis instruction without technological support. Teaching includes instructor demonstration, verbal explanation, repetition, and corrective feedback during forehand and backhand skill practice.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Technology-Supported Tennis Training | Experimental | Participants receive tennis instruction supported by real-time pose recognition technology. The system provides immediate visual feedback on body positioning and movement accuracy during forehand and backhand skill acquisition. Instruction focuses on correcting movement patterns and enhancing motor learning through augmented feedback. Receives: Behavioral: Technology-Supported Tennis Training (Real-Time Pose Estimation-Based Instruction) |
| Traditional Tennis Training | Active comparator | Participants receive standard teacher-led tennis instruction without technological assistance. Training includes demonstration, verbal explanation, repetition, and corrective feedback provided directly by the instructor during forehand and backhand skill practice. Receives: Behavioral: Traditional Tennis Training |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Learning Experience During Tennis Instruction
Participants' learning experiences during tennis skill acquisition (forehand and backhand) will be assessed through semi-structured interviews. The primary outcome is the qualitative description of how participants with mild intellectual disabilities perceive technology-supported and traditional tennis instruction in terms of ease of learning, understanding of movements, and perceived improvement.
Measured: Week 7, Week 14, and Week 15
Secondary outcomes (1)
Perceived Motor Skill Development
Participants' perceived improvement in basic tennis motor skills (forehand and backhand) will be assessed through semi-structured interviews and field observations. Changes in perceived ability and confidence in performing movements will be analyzed qualitatively.
Measured: Week 7, Week 14, and Week 15
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted11 May 2026
- Study start13 Oct 2025
- Primary completion15 Jan 2026
- Study completion20 Jan 2026
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (1)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for Intellectual DisabilityStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Other
- Allocation
- Non-randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Model description
- The study is designed as a parallel-group intervention in which participants with mild intellectual disabilities are allocated into two independent groups. One group receives tennis instruction supported by real-time pose recognition technology, while the other group receives traditional teacher-led instruction. Both groups undergo the intervention simultaneously over a 14-week period. No crossover between groups occurs during the study, and outcomes are compared between groups at the end of the intervention.
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Enrolment
- 30 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Sponsor
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07577830
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- 2026/2944
- Other IDs
- 1183-YL-25, Approval No: E-84459573-605-17
- Acronym
- TENN-ID
- Status last verified
- May 2026
- First submitted
- 29 Apr 2026
- Last updated
- 11 May 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No: Individual participant data (IPD) will not be shared because this study involves minors and individuals with intellectual disabilities, representing a vulnerable population that requires enhanced confidentiality protections. The dataset includes qualitative materials such as audio-recorded interviews, verbatim transcripts, observational field notes, and contextual narratives that may contain indirect identifiers. Given the small sample size and the rich descriptive nature of qualitative data, the risk of participant re-identification may remain even after de-identification procedures. Therefore, to ensure compliance with ethical approval requirements, informed consent commitments, and data protection principles, IPD will not be made publicly available.
Publications
Ahuja, N. J., Dutt, S., Choudhary, S. L., & Kumar, M. (2025). Intelligent tutoring system in education for disabled learners using human-computer interaction and augmented reality. International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction, 41(3), 1804-1816. https://doi.org/10.1080/10447318.2022.2124359. Alsolami, A. S. (2025). The effectiveness of using artificial intelligence in improving academic skills of school-aged students with mild intellectual disabilities in Saudi Arabia. Research in Developmental Disabilities, 156, 104884. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ridd.2024.104884 Chiu, T. K. (2024). The impact of Generative AI (GenAI) on practices, policies and research direction in education: A case of ChatGPT and Midjourney. Interactive Learning Environments, 32(10), 6187-6203. https://doi.org/10.1080/10494820.2023.2253861 Creswell, J. W. (2016). Nitel araştırma yöntemleri: Beş yaklaşıma göre nitel araştırma ve araştırma deseni. Siyasal kitabevi. Google AI. (2020). MediaPipe Iris: Real-time Iris Tracking & Depth Estimation https://ai.googleblog.com/2020/08/mediapipe-iris-real-time-iris-tracking.html sayfasından erişilmiştir. He, Q., Chen, H., & Mo, X. (2024). Practical application of interactive AI technology based on visual analysis in professional system of physical education in universities. Heliyon, 10(3). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e24627 Johnson, D. (2019). Adaptive Learning Systems and Personalized Education. Perspectives in Innovative Education, 1(1), 1-10. Klavina, A., Pérez-Fuster, P., Daems, J., Lyhne, C. N., Dervishi, E., Pajalic, Z., ... & Sousa, C. (2024). The use of assistive technology to promote practical skills in persons with autism spectrum disorder and intellectual disabilities: A systematic review. Digital Health, 10, 20552076241281260. https://doi.org/10.1177/2055207624128126 Kulkarni, K. M., & Shenoy, S. (2021). Table tennis stroke recognition using two-dimensional human pose estimation. In Proceedings of the IEEE/CVF conference on com
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 11 May 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Tennis Learning Experiences of Individuals With Intellectual Disabilities: A Comparative Analysis of Technology-Supported and Traditional Approaches
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07577830
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- TENN-ID / 2026/2944
- Conditions
- Intellectual Disability
- Keywords
- Intellectual Disability, Tennis Training, Motor Skill Acquisition, Physical Education, Technology-Assisted Instruction, Pose Estimation, Traditional Instruction
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 30 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 13 Oct 2025 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 15 Jan 2026 (actual)
- Study completion
- 20 Jan 2026 (actual)
- First posted
- 11 May 2026 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
This study aims to examine the tennis learning experiences of children with mild intellectual disabilities aged 12-18 years by comparing a real-time pose recognition technology-supported teaching approach with a traditional face-to-face instructional method. The research focuses on how participants experience these two different teaching approaches and how these approaches influence their learning process in basic tennis skills.
A total of 30 participants will be included and divided into two groups: one group will receive tennis instruction supported by real-time pose recognition technology, and the other group will receive traditional instructor-led training. The intervention will last for 14 weeks and will focus on teaching basic tennis skills such as forehand and backhand strokes.
The study seeks to answer the following questions: How do children with mild intellectual disabilities experience technology-supported versus traditional tennis instruction? What differences exist between the two approaches in terms of learning experience, engagement, and motor skill development?
Detailed description
This study is designed as a qualitative and comparative investigation examining the learning experiences of children with mild intellectual disabilities aged 12-18 in acquiring basic tennis skills through two different instructional approaches: a real-time pose recognition technology-supported method and a traditional face-to-face teaching method.
The technology-supported intervention will be implemented using a real-time pose estimation system based on the MediaPipe framework. This system provides immediate visual feedback by analyzing participants' body movements and identifying deviations from correct movement patterns. In the traditional instruction group, teacher-centered methods such as demonstration, verbal explanation, and corrective feedback will be used.
The intervention will last for 14 weeks, with training sessions conducted three days per week for 45 minutes each. The instructional content is structured into two phases: the first seven weeks will focus on forehand stroke development, while the remaining seven weeks will focus on backhand stroke acquisition. Both groups will aim to develop fundamental tennis motor skills appropriate for beginners with intellectual disabilities.
Data will be collected through a socio-demographic information form, semi-structured interviews, and field notes. Interviews will be conducted at multiple stages of the intervention (week 7, week 14, and post-intervention) to explore participants' learning experiences, perceptions of the instructional methods, motivation levels, and challenges encountered during the learning process.
Qualitative data will be analyzed using content analysis. Codes and themes will be generated to compare learning experiences across the two instructional approaches. The study aims to provide an in-depth understanding of how technology-supported instruction influences motor skill acquisition and engagement in physical education settings for individuals with mild intellectual disabilities.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Other
- Allocation
- Non-randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Number of arms
- 2
- Model description
- The study is designed as a parallel-group intervention in which participants with mild intellectual disabilities are allocated into two independent groups. One group receives tennis instruction supported by real-time pose recognition technology, while the other group receives traditional teacher-led instruction. Both groups undergo the intervention simultaneously over a 14-week period. No crossover between groups occurs during the study, and outcomes are compared between groups at the end of the intervention.
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Technology-Supported Tennis Training | Experimental | Behavioral: Technology-Supported Tennis Training (Real-Time Pose Estimation-Based Instruction)Participants receive tennis instruction supported by real-time pose recognition technology. The system provides immediate visual feedback on body positioning and movement accuracy during forehand and backhand skill acquisition. Instruction focuses on correcting movement patterns and enhancing motor learning through augmented feedback. |
| Traditional Tennis Training | Active comparator | Behavioral: Traditional Tennis TrainingParticipants receive standard teacher-led tennis instruction without technological assistance. Training includes demonstration, verbal explanation, repetition, and corrective feedback provided directly by the instructor during forehand and backhand skill practice. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 12 to 18 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Child, Adult
Key inclusion criteria (6 listed)
- Aged 12-18 years
- Diagnosed with mild intellectual disability
- Willing to participate voluntarily in the study
- Able to attend regular training sessions (3 days per week for 14 weeks)
- No severe physical condition preventing participation in physical activity
Key exclusion criteria (5 listed)
- Withdrawal of consent by participant or legal guardian
- Irregular attendance in training sessions or inability to complete the intervention program
- Missing at least one of the scheduled interview sessions
- Presence of severe physical or medical conditions that may limit participation in tennis activities
- Inability to follow basic instructions during training sessions
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Technology-Supported Tennis Training (Real-Time Pose Estimation-Based Instruction)Participants receive tennis instruction supported by a real-time pose recognition system (MediaPipe-based). The system provides immediate visual feedback on body posture and movement accuracy during forehand and backhand skill acquisition. Instruction aims to enhance motor learning through augmented feedback and movement correction. | Behavioural | Technology-Supported Tennis Training |
| Traditional Tennis TrainingParticipants receive standard face-to-face tennis instruction without technological support. Teaching includes instructor demonstration, verbal explanation, repetition, and corrective feedback during forehand and backhand skill practice. | Behavioural | Traditional Tennis Training |
Primary outcome
Learning Experience During Tennis Instruction
Time frame: Week 7, Week 14, and Week 15
Participants' learning experiences during tennis skill acquisition (forehand and backhand) will be assessed through semi-structured interviews. The primary outcome is the qualitative description of how participants with mild intellectual disabilities perceive technology-supported and traditional tennis instruction in terms of ease of learning, understanding of movements, and perceived improvement.
1 secondary outcome
Perceived Motor Skill Development
Time frame: Week 7, Week 14, and Week 15
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 11 May 2026.
- BackgroundAhuja, N. J., Dutt, S., Choudhary, S. L., & Kumar, M. (2025). Intelligent tutoring system in education for disabled learners using human-computer interaction and augmented reality. International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction, 41(3), 1804-1816. https://doi.org/10.1080/10447318.2022.2124359. Alsolami, A. S. (2025). The effectiveness of using artificial intelligence in improving academic skills of school-aged students with mild intellectual disabilities in Saudi Arabia. Research in Developmental Disabilities, 156, 104884. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ridd.2024.104884 Chiu, T. K. (2024). The impact of Generative AI (GenAI) on practices, policies and research direction in education: A case of ChatGPT and Midjourney. Interactive Learning Environments, 32(10), 6187-6203. https://doi.org/10.1080/10494820.2023.2253861 Creswell, J. W. (2016). Nitel araştırma yöntemleri: Beş yaklaşıma göre nitel araştırma ve araştırma deseni. Siyasal kitabevi. Google AI. (2020). MediaPipe Iris: Real-time Iris Tracking & Depth Estimation https://ai.googleblog.com/2020/08/mediapipe-iris-real-time-iris-tracking.html sayfasından erişilmiştir. He, Q., Chen, H., & Mo, X. (2024). Practical application of interactive AI technology based on visual analysis in professional system of physical education in universities. Heliyon, 10(3). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e24627 Johnson, D. (2019). Adaptive Learning Systems and Personalized Education. Perspectives in Innovative Education, 1(1), 1-10. Klavina, A., Pérez-Fuster, P., Daems, J., Lyhne, C. N., Dervishi, E., Pajalic, Z., ... & Sousa, C. (2024). The use of assistive technology to promote practical skills in persons with autism spectrum disorder and intellectual disabilities: A systematic review. Digital Health, 10, 20552076241281260. https://doi.org/10.1177/2055207624128126 Kulkarni, K. M., & Shenoy, S. (2021). Table tennis stroke recognition using two-dimensional human pose estimation. In Proceedings of the IEEE/CVF conference on com
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No. Individual participant data (IPD) will not be shared because this study involves minors and individuals with intellectual disabilities, representing a vulnerable population that requires enhanced confidentiality protections. The dataset includes qualitative materials such as audio-recorded interviews, verbatim transcripts, observational field notes, and contextual narratives that may contain indirect identifiers. Given the small sample size and the rich descriptive nature of qualitative data, the risk of participant re-identification may remain even after de-identification procedures. Therefore, to ensure compliance with ethical approval requirements, informed consent commitments, and data protection principles, IPD will not be made publicly available.
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Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Technology-Supported Tennis Training (Real-Time Pose Estimation-Based Instruction) and Traditional Tennis Training in people with Intellectual Disability, run by Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 6 inclusion and 5 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 11 May 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye). Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Learning Experience During Tennis Instruction (time frame: Week 7, Week 14, and Week 15). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT07577830, which also lists 1 linked publication.
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 11 May 2026.