The school student’s attitudes towards physical education: Findings from India

Abstract

To stop the rising cases of NCDs in children especially obesity and diabetes, the Indian government putting the best efforts to promote Physical Education (PE) in India. This study aimed to investigate attitudes toward PE of students (n=2020; m=1336, f=683) studied in grades 10 -12, ranging from 11-19 years of age selected via the convenience sampling method. The self-made questionnaire comprised of 28 statements from 6 factors was used to examine the attitude level. Descriptive data were analyzed using frequencies and percentages. As a result of the study, it is concluded that the general attitude levels of the respondents in the study were satisfied. It is also determined that with the help of mean scores that students are more affected by the factor of learning followed by physical education teacher behaviour. Findings from this study will be used for policymaking to improve effective and innovative teaching and learning methods.