Abstract:
The main purpose of this study was to assess the compatibility of theoretical knowledge
and practical skills of physical education teachers in the case of Finoteslam town
administration General Secondary Schools. 360 students, 31 physical education teachers
and 9 school principals were participated from 4 Finoteselam town administration high
schools. Samples were selected by using purposive sampling method. The research
methodology employed in the study was a descriptive survey. Adequate amount of data
was collected by using multiple data collection tools, predominantly questioner. In order
to triangulate the data and to increase the validity of the research, semi-structured
interview and observation also used. The data that obtained from data collection tools
were analyzed quantitatively and qualitatively. Based on the analyses the findings of the
study were PE teachers introducing the daily lesson objective, capable of
explaining/presenting their knowledge, summarizing the theoretical lesson, using of
variety of teaching methods and answering student’s question. But during practical
lesson they did not demonstrate the main body of daily practical lesson did not deliver the
daily practical lessons by breaking down motor skills in to small parts/movement patterns
and did not participate in regular physical exercise. Due to these reason practical skillsbetter to devote their extra time to develop their practical skill and demonstrate by using
different methods, peer to peer assistance between teachers, they have to watch different
videos which show the correct performance of different skills.
of PE teachers not compatible with their theoretical knowledge. So to fulfill the gap they
