TEACHING METHODOLOGY IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION: THE CASE OF BERBERE WOREDA SOME SELECTED GOVERNMENTAL PRIMARY SCHOOLS BALE ZONE, OROMIA REGIONAL STATE

Abstract

he aim of the study was to assess teaching methodology in physical education: The Case of Berbere Woreda some selected governmental primary schools; Bale Zone, Oromia regional state. The study employed a descriptive survey research design quantitative and qualitative research approach. Three primary schools were selected by Purposive sampling technique,2 Supervisors, 3 Principals and 6 physical education teachers were selected by using availability sampling techniques and 284 students were selected by simple random sampling lottery techniques. Data for the study was collected through questionnaires, focus group discussion, interviews, and observation. Questionnaires were prepared and administered to students. The data collected through close ended questionnaire were analyzed by using frequency ,percentages and mean using SPSS version 20. The data gathered through open ended questionnaire, FGD , interviews and observations were analyzed qualitatively through narration. The study findings indicated that the magnitude of applying active learning methods during physical education was found to be low. Almost all of the teachers employ lecture method frequently which more tends to teacher-led, the teachers did not take necessary training concerning teaching methods, which enable them effective professional teachers. Even though they believe in contribution of active learning for effective education, they lack awareness about those methods and how to apply in classroom. Beside this, schools facilities were inadequate, low attitudes of students towards teaching methods, passiveness of students, and large class size were the challenges. Based on the findings, conclusions were made and recommendations forwarded to alleviate the existing problems. Accordingly, physical education teachers should encouraged to become more knowledgeable and skillful in implementing teaching methods approach. This can be done through workshop inter-staff discussion and by offering higher diploma program in the form of in-service training that facilitates sharing of idea to improve understanding of teaching methods.