Optimized Dance Ed: Integration of Self Learning Modules in Health Optimizing Physical Education 3

Purpose: This study investigates the effectiveness of integrating self-learning modules (SLMs) in teaching Health Optimizing Physical Education 3, particularly focused on dance education, to Grade 12 students at Tanza National Comprehensive High School.

Design/methodology/approach: Employing a quasi-experimental one-group pretest-posttest research design, the study involved a sample of 298 Grade 12 students. Data were collected through pre- and post-assessment scores, allowing for an evaluation of the impact of SLMs on student learning outcomes.

Findings: The results indicated a significant improvement in student performance, with posttest scores increasing from a mean of 16.33 to 27.07. A T-test analysis revealed a statistically significant difference in scores (t = 1.65, p < 0.05), providing strong evidence that the integration of SLMs positively impacted students’ understanding and mastery of the subject matter.

Research limitations/implications: The study's findings may be limited by its single-school context and the reliance on a one-time intervention. Future research should consider longitudinal studies to explore the sustained effectiveness of SLMs across various educational settings and disciplines.

Originality/value: This research contributes to the existing body of literature on educational technology in physical education by providing empirical evidence on the effectiveness of SLMs in specialized areas like dance education, emphasizing their potential to enhance learning experiences and outcomes.