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Summary

In this interview, a PE teacher from SDN 1 Pakal, Surabaya discusses how they teach gymnastics to elementary students. The teacher highlights the importance of engaging students with fun, project-based learning where they choose music and create their own routines. The teacher emphasizes fitness, flexibility, and heart health as key benefits of gymnastics, motivating students to stay active. They also share challenges, such as overcoming gender stereotypes and ensuring student participation. The teacher also discusses the support from the school and parents, as well as future hopes for expanding gymnastics programs and competitions.

Takeaways

• 😀 The interview is with a PJOK (Physical Education, Sports, and Health) teacher from SDN 1 Pakal, Surabaya, discussing his experience teaching gymnastics.
• 😀 The teacher explains that gymnastics is part of the school curriculum and that all PJOK teachers are required to teach it.
• 😀 The teacher focuses on a project-based learning approach for teaching gymnastics, allowing students to select their own music and choreography.
• 😀 To introduce gymnastics to younger students, the teacher emphasizes its benefits, including physical fitness, heart health, flexibility, and fun.
• 😀 The teacher tailors the difficulty of gymnastics exercises based on the grade level, with simpler moves for younger students and more complex ones for older students.
• 😀 The teacher uses a project-based method for evaluating students, where students create their own gymnastics routines and are assessed on creativity, teamwork, and movement alignment.
• 😀 One of the main challenges the teacher faces is getting male students to participate in gymnastics, as they often associate it with feminine activities, but project-based learning helps overcome this barrier.
• 😀 The teacher highlights the school's success in gymnastics competitions, with students winning awards at the district and city levels in the 'Senam Anak Hebat' (Great Kids' Gymnastics) competition.
• 😀 The teacher encourages continued participation in gymnastics by making it a regular, enjoyable activity for students, helping them engage with various forms of exercise beyond traditional sports like football and volleyball.
• 😀 The teacher expresses hope for the future of gymnastics in schools, emphasizing the importance of regular practice, annual events, and competitions to keep students motivated and improve their skills.

Q & A

What is the main teaching method used for teaching gymnastics in the school?

The main teaching method used is project-based learning. Students choose their own music and create gymnastics routines, allowing them to express creativity and actively participate.

What is the level of enthusiasm of male students towards gymnastics?

Male students often show reluctance towards gymnastics due to stereotypes associating it with femininity. However, by involving them in group projects and letting them choose the music and routines, their engagement and enthusiasm increase.

How does the teacher introduce gymnastics to the students?

The teacher emphasizes the health benefits of gymnastics, such as improving cardiovascular health and flexibility. The teacher also motivates students to see gymnastics as a fun and essential form of exercise, beyond just sports like football and volleyball.

How does the teacher assess the students’ performance in gymnastics?

The teacher evaluates students through project-based assessments. Students work in groups to create their gymnastics routines, and the teacher assesses their coordination, creativity, enthusiasm, and how well they perform the movements with the chosen music.

What are the key challenges faced in teaching gymnastics?

One of the primary challenges is the reluctance of male students, who associate gymnastics with femininity. Additionally, there is sometimes resistance due to the perceived difficulty or unfamiliarity of the movements.

How does the teacher overcome the challenges with male students?

The teacher overcomes these challenges by using project-based learning, allowing students to choose their music and create their movements. This fosters a sense of ownership and participation, breaking stereotypes and encouraging male students to engage.

Does the school have the necessary facilities for teaching gymnastics?

Yes, the school is equipped with the necessary facilities, including sound systems for playing music and a large enough space for gymnastics activities. These facilities support the teaching and learning of gymnastics effectively.

What impact does the teacher believe the gymnastics program has on the students?

The teacher believes that the gymnastics program helps students improve their physical fitness and motor skills. It also encourages creativity and teamwork. The teacher hopes that this will inspire students to keep exercising and appreciate gymnastics as part of their overall fitness routine.

Has the school participated in any gymnastics competitions?

Yes, the school recently participated in a competition for 'Anakisa Hebat' gymnastics, a program initiated by the Ministry of Education. The school’s team won first place in the district and second place in Surabaya city, which has been a significant achievement.

What are the teacher’s hopes for the future of the gymnastics program in schools?

The teacher hopes the gymnastics program will continue to evolve, with new routines and variations introduced each year. They also hope that gymnastics will become a regular and fun part of the students' activities before lessons, promoting a culture of physical activity and creativity.