Effects of a sport education instructional model and heart rate monitor system on the physical activity and jump rope performance of fourth grade students
Abstract
Models-based instruction (MBI) has shown to improve student learning in Physical Education (PE). Combined with the use of technology feedback, one MBI the Sport Education (SE) Model, has the potential to not only enhance student outcomes but bring together learning communities to enhance the overall environment. The purpose of this study was to examine the effectiveness of student learning/performance through MBI and technology. Specifically, on the influence of using heart rate monitors in combination with the SE Model to impact MVPA and jump rope performance. The study consisted of 130 (61 Female, 69 Male) 4th grade students from three PE classes. Students’ classes were randomly assigned to one of three intervention groups. All students completed a pre-and-post 30-second jump performance test, and a subsample of students was asked to wear accelerometers to capture MVPA among the three groups. Also, two of the groups wore heart rate monitors as a potential motivational device, one with and without the instructional intervention piece. Descriptive statistics and mean scores were calculated. ANOVA tests were conducted to determine the effects of the intervention on the jump rope performance test amongst all groups as well as to test potential differences in percentage of MVPA over the educational unit between the three intervention groups. Results from this research show that 4th grade students were more likely to both, (1) increase in their 30-second jump rope performance tests, and (2) time spent in MVPA when trained within the SE model and given opportunities to track target heart rate than compared to a traditional Jump Rope unit or a traditional delivery with heart rate monitors. The SE model produced favorable results in jump rope performance and overall MVPA in 4th grade students. Continued analysis of technology use and instructional approach is recommended for elementary students.
Publication Title
Journal of Physical Education, Recreation and Dance
Recommended Citation
Layne, T., Simonton, K., & Irwin, C. (2022). Effects of a sport education instructional model and heart rate monitor system on the physical activity and jump rope performance of fourth grade students. Journal of Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, 93 (7), 31-38. https://doi.org/10.1080/07303084.2022.2100533
