A Comparative Study of Selected Bio-kinematic Variables in Teaching the Front Handspring on the Vaulting Horse Using an Animated Mannequin for Students of Physical Education and Sports Sciences
Abstract
The research aims to:
- Identify the values of several biomechanical variables in learning the forward handspring skill on the vaulting horse using a puppet among Physical Education and Sports Science students.
- Identify the effect of the puppet on some biomechanical variables of the forward handspring on the vaulting horse among Physical Education and Sports Science students.
- Identify the differences between the values of several biomechanical variables in learning the forward handspring skill on the vaulting horse using a puppet among Physical Education and Sports Science students.
The researchers used the experimental method due to its suitability to the nature of the research. The research population was randomly selected (by lottery) from among the best third-year students of the College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, based on their technical performance. These students were identified by the instructor of the specific movement, and their number was (10) students. The pilot study was conducted on February 25, 2025, in the indoor hall of the College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences. The main study was conducted on February 27, 2025, at 10:00 AM in the indoor hall of the College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, Individual Games Branch.
Conclusions:
The use of performance demonstration by the teacher + puppet led to an increase in the sample's ability to utilize their capabilities, which is reflected positively in the measured kinematic variables.
Recommendations:
Teachers and trainers should use simple aids designed according to the requirements of any movement the student finds difficult in order to clearly communicate with the learner. This leads to a positive impact on the angles and height of the body's joints during movement, ultimately resulting in optimal student performance.
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