INCREASING INTEREST IN PARTICIPATING IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION LEARNING THROUGH PLAYING METHODS IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS

Abstract

This research explores the influence of play methods on students' interest in learning physical education at SDN 30 Mattirowalie. This research uses the Classroom Action Research (PTK) method which consists of 2 cycles. Each cycle consists of planning, implementation, action, observation and reflection. using research instruments in the form of pretest and posttest questionnaires. This research was carried out at SDN 30 Mattirowalie, Palopo City with a sample of 22 grade 5 students. Research findings show that the application of the play method significantly increases students' interest in physical education. This can be seen from the average pretest score of 34.27, while the posttest score was 66.59. This method has proven effective in creating a more interactive and enjoyable learning experience, which encourages active student participation.