Indonesian Journal of Research in Physical Education, Sport, and Health

Students' perception of the teaching ability of physical education, sports, and health

Mochamad Ilmi — 2024-10-14

Background: Students' perception of teachers' abilities in teaching physical education and health sports is essential in improving the quality of physical education (PE) in schools. Understanding students' perceptions can be a foundation for improving teaching methods and motivating students to participate actively in physical activities. Objective: This study aims to determine students' perception of the teaching ability of physical education teachers at State Junior High School 1 Sidoarjo, East Java province, Indonesia. Methods: The research method used was a survey regarding students' perception of teachers' teaching ability. The instrument used in this study is the Formative Class Evaluation (FCE) questionnaire. This study involved 30 students. Qualitative and quantitative analysis to comprehensively understand students' perception of the ability to teach physical education and health sports subjects. Result: The results of the student assessment of PE teachers at State Junior High School 1 Sidoarjo through the overall FCE questionnaire from the indicators include a sizeable average result of 3.00, an average volition indicator of 2.83, an average method indicator of 2.57, while a cooperation indicator of the average is 2.60. With these results, the average overall student assessment of PE teachers of State Junior High School 1 Sidoarjo is 2.78, with a standard score of 5, and is included in the excellent category. Conclusion: This research concludes that a PE teacher assessment instrument is needed to implement learning to determine how PE teachers carry out the learning process for their students.

Development of a traditional game “engklek” based on numeracy literacy to improve locomotor movements of elementary school students

Silvie Roikhatul Jannah — 2024-10-24

Background: Locomotor movement is crucial for elementary school students as it enhances their physical development, motor skills, and overall engagement in physical activities. However, the development of locomotor movements among elementary schools has not been associated with literacy and numeracy, so it is necessary to have a traditional game media that contains elements of literacy and numeracy to improve locomotor movements in elementary school students. Objective: This study aims to create a product in the form of a literacy and numeracy-based “engklek” game to improve locomotor movements of elementary school students. Methods: This study uses the research and development (R&D) method using the ADDIE model, which consists of 5 stages: analyze, design, develop, implement, and evaluate. The subjects of this study were upper-grade students of State Elementary School 3 Watudandang, namely classes IV and V (22 students). Result: The results of this study are (1) the percentage of assessment results from material experts is 100% with a very effective category to be used in the application of traditional games “Engklek” based on numeracy literacy; (2) the percentage of media expert assessment results is 100% with a very feasible category to be applied to upper-grade students in improving locomotor movements; and (3) the percentage of assessment results from students is 85% with a very feasible category to be applied to upper-grade students in improving locomotor movements. Conclusion: In conclusion, the traditional game “Engklek” based on numeracy literacy is practical and feasible for physical education teachers to use in improving locomotor movements.

Evaluation of the Indonesian student talent identification program

Moses Eleazar Ferdinandus — 2024-10-25

Background: Identifying pediatric talent in sports presents significant challenges due to the complex interaction of physical, psychological, and developmental factors. Research shows that traditional talent identification methods often result in low levels of accuracy, complicating the selection process for young athletes. Talent identification programs need to be conducted and monitored regarding their success. Objective: The study aimed to evaluate the Indonesian Student Talent Identification Program in 2022. Methods: This research uses qualitative techniques with an evaluation approach using the Context model, Input, Process, and Product (CIPP). Data collection methods include questionnaires, interviews, document studies, and observations. There were 34 provinces, and the sample consisted of 4,500 student respondents representing each district and city by random sampling. Data analysis using frequency analysis description. Result: (1) Context Evaluation: It has a solid legal and policy basis, and the government's goals and objectives are good, but it still needs to be on target. (2) Input Evaluation: participants, organization, financing, and committee have yet to be well implemented and need to be improved by the development of student talent identification each year. (3) Process Evaluation: Sports match regulations must constantly be updated by the development of the Indonesian Student Identification Program in 2022; the implementation of matches still needs to be adequately maximized. (4) Product Evaluation: Increased community participation and interest in organizing national potential young athletes training centers every year, the role of the media in sports publication and promotion to the community is increasingly expanded, and the search for potential athletes from the community needs to be optimized. Conclusion: Based on the discussion, the process of the Indonesian Student Talent Identification Program mechanism in 2022 refers to the achievements obtained by students and athletes both at the national level.

The correlation between junior high school students' level of physical fitness and their level of healthy lifestyle

Melly Nova Anggraeni — 2024-10-30

Background: Research on the relationship between physical fitness and a healthy lifestyle has become widespread, and most studies show that the two are related. However, these studies still indirectly examine the relationship between physical fitness and a healthy lifestyle, especially in junior high school students. Objective: This research aims to determine whether there is a relationship between physical fitness and the level of a healthy lifestyle. Methods: This research uses a quantitative descriptive method with a correlational design. This research used the population of the author, which was all eighth-grade students at Negeri 6 Cimahi Junior High School; there were ten classes totaling 380 students. The sample was eighth-grade students from 10 Cimahi 6 State Junior High School classes, with 37 students. The research instruments chosen were questionnaires for healthy lifestyles and the TKSI (Indonesian Student Fitness Test) for physical fitness. The IBM SPSS version 26 software was used to help with the data analysis in this investigation. Result: The correlation study results between physical fitness and the degree of a healthy lifestyle revealed a substantial positive association between the two, with a p-value of 0.007 < 0.05 and a correlation coefficient of 0.434 in the medium category. Conclusion: Based on the research results, the author can conclude that there is a relationship between physical fitness and a healthy lifestyle and the level of a healthy lifestyle in junior high school students. This research implies that programs regarding healthy lifestyles must be given to students, so it is hoped that students will have good physical fitness.

Survey of Gross Motor Skills in Students with Intellectual Disabilities Aged 6-10 Years at SLBN C Pembina Malang

Edo Ferdiansyah — 2024-10-31

This research was conducted because of the lack of understanding of motor skills in children with disabilities. This study aims to evaluate and understand the level of gross motor skills of students with tunagrahita in SLBN C Pembina Malang Regency. The method used was a quantitative descriptive survey, with purposive sampling of the sample that considered the criteria of student age between 6 to 10 years. To measure students' gross motor skills, the TGMD-2 (Test of Gross Motor Development-2) tool was used (Ulrich, 2000). The sample of this study involved 9 students from SLB and 23 students from primary school. The results of this study show that the gross motor skills of children with disabilities are at a very low level, so it is necessary to develop a special education programme focused on improving the gross motor skills of children with disabilities. In addition, these results also show the importance of improving professional skills and understanding of the methods of measuring motor abilities in children with special needs intellectual disability in SLBN C Pembina Malang Regency.