The level of motivation towards physical activity class among physical and health education students in UiTM Puncak Alam

Syed Muhammad Farhan

The level of motivation towards physical activity class among physical and health education students in UiTM Puncak Alam

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Title

The level of motivation towards physical activity class among physical and health education students in UiTM Puncak Alam

Type

Article

Main Author

Syed Muhammad Farhan

Additional Authors

Azlan Ahmad Kamal

Subject

GV Recreation Leisure

Language Code

eng

Bibliographic Details

Place of Production

Tanjong Malim

Publisher

Fakulti Sains Sukan dan Kejurulatihan

Year of publication

2024

Degree Type

Not related

Corporate Name

Perpustakaan Tuanku Bainun

Abstract

This research investigates the motivation levels of university students enrolled in physical activity classes, focusing on the Department of Physical and Health Education at UiTM Puncak Alam in Selangor. The study addresses four primary research questions: (I) What is the level of motivation among university students in physical activity classes? (II) What strategies can be implemented to enhance motivation in physical activity classes among university students? (III) What is the relationship between motivation levels and strategies to enhance motivation in physical activity classes? (IV) Are there differences in motivation levels in physical activity classes between men and women? By examining these questions, this research seeks to uncover factors that either contribute to or hinder students' motivation in physical activity classes within a university setting. The findings indicate that university students generally exhibit a high level of motivation in physical activity classes, highlighting the potential for educational institutions to leverage this motivation for long-term health benefits. Furthermore, the study underscores the importance of universities providing support and encouragement for physical activity through the availability of on-campus sports facilities. The data were collected from 165 students from the physical and health education department in UiTM Puncak Alam, Selangor. One instrument was used in this research to collect the data. Questionnaires were used to identify the students’ motivation level in physical activity class and strategies used by the lecturers during the class. The results of this study add value to our understanding of the subject matter and have important implications for the education sector, particularly in enhancing teaching methodologies. The study's insights provide valuable guidance for optimizing the teaching and learning of Physical Education within academic settings. Keywords: physical activity, motivation levels, educational institutions, sport facilities, teaching methodologies

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