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Inclusive Instruction in Elementary Physical Education: A Study of Teachers' Beliefs and Attitudes Sari, Merlina; Nazirun, Novia; Gazali, Novri; Irma, Ade; Septiani, Desi Yulia; Abdullah, Nagoor Meera
Jurnal Pendidikan Jasmani, Olahraga dan Kesehatan (Jp.jok) Vol. 7 No. 1 (2023): Jurnal Pendidikan Jasmani, Olahraga dan Kesehatan (Jp.jok) November 2023
Publisher : Physical Education, Health and Recreation Study Program, Universitas Insan Budi Utomo, Indonesia

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Teachers' beliefs and attitudes about teaching students with disabilities in a physical education setting are the most important factors in inclusive education, as teachers' attitudes directly influence success in learning. This study aimed to assess physical education teachers' beliefs and attitudes regarding teaching students with disabilities in inclusive primary schools. A qualitative approach was used with a sample of 12 physical education teachers from 24 inclusive education-provider schools in Pekanbaru. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and observation checklists and analysed using content analysis. Findings showed significant variation in teachers' beliefs regarding the potential of students with disabilities in physical education. While some teachers showed a strong belief in the abilities of these students, others remained sceptical. In addition, some teachers were more confident in teaching students with mild disabilities compared to students with more severe disabilities. These findings underline the importance of improving teachers' understanding of the potential of students with disabilities in the context of physical education. This research contributes to a better understanding of physical education teachers' perspectives on inclusive education, which serves as a basis for improving training and support strategies for teachers who face challenges in teaching students with diverse disabilities.
Inclusion of Students with Disabilities in a Socio-Cultural Perspective: What is the Perception of Physical Educatio Teachers? Sari, Merlina; Risma, Nova; Gazali, Novri; Rodia, Nurafni
Jurnal Pendidikan Jasmani, Olahraga dan Kesehatan (Jp.jok) Vol. 6 No. 1 (2022): Jp.jok (Jurnal Pendidikan Jasmani Olahraga dan Kesehatan) Bulan November Tahun
Publisher : Physical Education, Health and Recreation Study Program, Universitas Insan Budi Utomo, Indonesia

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This study aims to examine teachers' perceptions of inclusive physical education in Pekanbaru City and the identity of the factors that influence their perceptions from a socio-cultural perspective. This research is qualitative. The research subjects recruited were physical education teachers in Pekanbaru City. The selection of participants is based on two criteria: (i) teachers who have earned a Bachelor's degree in Physical Education and (ii) teachers who teach students with disabilities in public and private junior high schools. Based on these criteria, only five physical education teachers were found. Individual interviews were conducted with each teacher. Deductive and inductive analysis processes are used to organize and report the data. The results showed that teachers believed general physical education classes were a good place to develop students with disabilities. Teachers realize that students with disabilities can have equal opportunities to participate in general physical education programs and develop social skills. Although the teachers recognized these benefits, they also expressed concern about the instructional and environmental barriers to the inclusion of students with disabilities in mainstream sports programs. Future research should address the importance of teachers' beliefs and practices about effective teaching in inclusive.