The Teaching of Rhythmic Gymnastics through the 2 I’s Framework

This research aims to explore the instructional methods employed by teachers in teaching rhythmic gymnastics within the educational setting of the Liloan District, where data saturation was achieved. This study employs a descriptive research approach, collecting data through structured interviews. The sample selection involved a purposive approach, consisting of five carefully chosen informants. The gathered data were subsequently subjected to thematic analysis using the Braun and Clarke method. The findings were categorized into key themes, the 2Is; Impact of pedagogical approaches on student outcomes and Influencing factors of the pedagogical effectiveness. The results indicated that a progressive pedagogical approach was favored by teachers as the most effective method for teaching rhythmic gymnastics. The teachers' passion, dedication, and competence were found to be crucial for ensuring effectiveness. The study suggests the need for a pedagogical approach aimed at fostering students' essential rhythmic gymnastics skills, with the goal of enhancing the teaching of rhythmic gymnastics by providing teachers with access to diverse pedagogical techniques and effective integration of the sport into educational contexts.