The Effect Of Using The Problem Solving Learning Method On Improving Basic Short Service Techniques In Badminton For Grade Viii Students At Smp Pab 8 Sampali Academic Year 2024/2025

Abstract

Background

An appropriate strategy for improving the quality of badminton learning, particularly short serve techniques, is to use the problem-solving method. This aligns with efforts to create education that is relevant to students' needs while supporting national education goals.

Objectives

This study aims to determine the effect of the Problem Solving learning method on improving the basic short serve technique of class VIII students of SMP PAB 8 Sampali in the 2024/2025 Academic Year.

Methods

The research used a quasi-experimental design with a one-group pre-test and post-test. The sample size was 30 students, and data were collected through a short service skills test.

Results

The results of the paired-samples t-test showed an increase in the average score from 49.06 in the pretest to 58.82 in the posttest, with a difference of 9.76 points. The calculated t-value of -28.68 and a significance level of p = 0.000 (p < 0.05) indicate that the difference is significant.

Conclusion

It was concluded that the Problem Solving method significantly improved the basic short service technique skills of class VIII students of SMP PAB 8 Sampali..