Ari Iswanto, Siswantoyo, Panggung Sutapa, Muhammad Wahyu Arga, Ratna Budiarti, Susanto
Ari Iswanto, Siswantoyo, Panggung Sutapa, Muhammad Wahyu Arga, Ratna Budiarti, Susanto – Analysis of difficulties learning artistic gymnastic movements in elementary students. Fizjoterapia Polska 2023; 23(3); 198-202
DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG143z0J
Abstract
Introduction. Physical activity in education should be tailored to students’ nature to allow them to develop their potential without facing challenges. The educational approach at the elementary school level fundamentally differs from that of higher educational levels. Elementary education prioritizes engaging and straightforward learning experiences.
Aim. This study aimed to identify challenges faced when learning artistic gymnastics at the elementary school level.
Method. This study employed a descriptive research approach, aiming to gather comprehensive information about a specific phenomenon. In this context, the phenomenon under investigation is the experience of elementary school students learning artistic gymnastics movements. Data collection was conducted using a questionnaire. The study sample comprised 80 elementary school students from Sleman Regency.
Result. The analysis revealed that difficulties in learning artistic gymnastics in elementary schools can be categorized into three primary elements: student-related, teacher-related, and infrastructure-related. Out of 80 students: 60 reported no personal difficulties, 45 indicated difficulties understanding teacher instructions, 55 stated no issues regarding infrastructure availability. It’s evident from these findings that teacher-related factors significantly influence students’ learning challenges.
Conclusion. The analysis indicates that out of the three elements identified, the teacher-related aspect requires the most attention, primarily because students often found it challenging to understand the teacher’s instructions for performing artistic gymnastics activities.
Keywords:
difficulty, artistic gymnastics, elementary school