Evaluation of the Fitness Component of the Physical Education Curriculum for the Seventh Grade

Authors

  • Marios Goudas University of Thessaly, Department of Physical Education and Sport Science
  • Athanasios Kolovelonis University of Thessaly, Department of Physical Education and Sport Science
  • Christina Nikitopoulou University of Thessaly, Department of Physical Education and Sport Science
  • Maria Hassandra University of Thessaly, Department of Physical Education and Sport Science

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.26253/heal.uth.ojs.ispe.2010.1342

Keywords:

physical education, health-related fitness, goal setting, quantitative & qualitative evaluation

Abstract

The aim of the study was to examine the effectiveness of the fitness component of the physical education curriculum for the seventh grade. Participants were 37 seventh grade students from two physical education classes. Both quantitative and qualitative evaluation methods were used. Results of quantitative evaluation showed that the program had a positive effect on students’ performance in fitness tests. Qualitative results showed that students enjoyed their participation in the program, and felt that they could plan a fitness program. However, a small number of students reported negative thoughts about some aspects of the program (e.g. difficulty in tests and activities). In conclusion, the fitness component of the physical education curriculum for the seventh grade was effective, as it had a positive effect on students’ fitness performance and on their motives for participation in the program.

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Published

2010-04-30

How to Cite

Goudas Μ., Kolovelonis Α., Nikitopoulou Χ., & Hassandra Μ. (2010). Evaluation of the Fitness Component of the Physical Education Curriculum for the Seventh Grade . Inquiries in Physical Education and Sport, 8(1), 28–42. https://doi.org/10.26253/heal.uth.ojs.ispe.2010.1342

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