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Integrating Essential Practical Sessions into the Generic Elective Course in Physical Education Curriculum: A Case Study P, Kumar; Ahlawat, Ravinder Pal; Bhukar, Jaiprakash; Kumar, Parveen; Dhull, Sandeep; Singh, Gajender; L, Ajithkumar; P, Kasthuri Thilagam
Indonesian Journal of Sport, Health and Physical Education Science Vol. 2 No. 3 (2024): Indonesian Journal of Sport, Health and Physical Education Science
Publisher : CV Media Inti Teknologi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58723/inasport.v2i3.263

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Physical education courses, traditionally a blend of theory and practice for their own department students, are often delivered as purely theoretical classes for students from non-physical education disciplines enrolled in Generic Elective Courses (GEC). This approach can lead to disengagement and boredom, as students are already exposed to multiple theoretical classes throughout the day. To address this issue, the Department of Physical Education at the Central University of Haryana revised its GEC curriculum to include practical sessions alongside theoretical content. This study explores the impact of this curriculum revision on student engagement and physical fitness. Feedback from 200 postgraduate students, aged 20-25, indicated a strong preference for incorporating practical sessions into the curriculum, with 98% of respondents favoring this change. The revised curriculum allocated two hours per week for physical activities, aimed at enhancing student engagement and promoting the importance of physical fitness. The effectiveness of the new curriculum was assessed through a one-minute push-up test, measuring upper body strength at the beginning and end of the semester. Initial results showed that 50% of the students struggled to complete the test. However, by the end of the semester, 96% of students successfully completed the one-minute push-up test, indicating significant improvement in physical fitness. The study concludes that integrating practical sessions into GEC physical education courses not only improves student engagement but also enhances physical fitness. It highlights the need for a balanced approach, combining theory with hands-on activities, to foster holistic development. The findings suggest that other departments offering practical-oriented courses could benefit from incorporating similar practical components into their curricula.
Ethnic differences in gross motor skills among indigenous Dayak children in Indonesia: a cross-sectional comparative study Syarif, Indera; Habibie, Muhammad; Amalia, Bonita; Kumar, Parveen
Edu Sportivo: Indonesian Journal of Physical Education Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): Edu Sportivo: Indonesian Journal of Physical Education
Publisher : UIR Press Bekerjasama dengan International Association of Physical Education and Sports

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25299/esijope.2026.vol7(1).21223

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Background: Cultural movement exposure has been suggested as a potential factor influencing children’s motor development; however, empirical evidence on ethnic variation in gross motor skills among Indonesian children—particularly within indigenous Dayak sub-ethnic groups—remains limited. Objectives: This study aimed to examine differences in gross motor skills between Dayak Ngaju and Dayak Bakumpai children aged 8-11 years. Methods: A cross-sectional comparative design was employed involving 94 elementary school children (48 boys and 46 girls) from eight schools. Gross motor skills were assessed using the Indonesian-adapted TGMD-3, with established content validity (CVI = 0.91) and inter-rater reliability (ICC = 0.89). Performances were video-recorded and evaluated by trained raters blinded to participant identity. Two-way ANOVA was used to examine the effects of ethnicity and gender, with non-parametric tests applied when assumptions were violated. Results: No significant main effects of ethnicity or gender were found for locomotor, object control, or total TGMD-3 scores (p > 0.05). However, a significant ethnicity × gender interaction was observed for locomotor skills (p < 0.05). At the task level, a significant difference was identified only in boys’ horizontal jump performance, with Dayak Bakumpai boys scoring higher than their Ngaju counterparts. No other significant differences were observed across skill domains. Conclusion: Ethnic differences in gross motor skills among Dayak children appear to be limited and task-specific rather than consistent across domains. Cultural movement exposure may be associated with certain aspects of motor performance; however, causal interpretations cannot be established. These findings highlight the importance of context-sensitive physical education approaches that consider local movement practices without assuming generalised group differences.
Co-Authors Ahlawat, Ravinder Pal Amalia, Bonita Bhukar, Jaiprakash Dhull, Sandeep L, Ajithkumar P, Kasthuri Thilagam P, Kumar Singh, Gajender Syarif, Indera