College students perceptions of appropriate instructional practices on the learning environment in their college physical activity classes

Abstract

Educators have many responsibilities.  One of them is to create a learning environment that is conducive for students to learn.  If students feel comfortable in their class activities, there is a greater chance of learning.  The same applies in physical activity settings.  One approach to creating a positive learning environment is for physical activity instructors to utilize appropriate instructional practices.  Doing so can also facilitate student learning.  This study investigated college physical activity instructors’ implementation of appropriate instructional practices in their activity lessons and the perceptions of college students on the impact of such practices on the learning environment.  An overall positive finding from this study was that college physical activity instructors do implement appropriate instructional practices in their lessons, thus creating a positive learning environment.