Theoretical and Methodological Foundations for Implementing the "Kayak and Canoe Paddling" Elective Module in General Secondary Education Institutions
Year: 2026
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: The article outlines the specifics of implementing the "Kayak and Canoe Paddling" elective module from the curriculum for 10th and 11th-grade students within the New Ukrainian School framework. The elective module "Kayak and Canoe Paddling" for 10th and 11th-grade students represents a promising area, yet one that lacks sufficient methodological support. The aim of the study is to provide a theoretical and methodological rationale for implementing this elective module for 10th and 11th-grade students in general secondary education institutions. The vast majority of physical education teachers (82.4%) view the idea of implementing the module positively, and 76.5% are prepared to implement it provided the necessary conditions are met. A significant gap was also identified between this positive attitude and actual readiness: only 26.5% of teachers have personal rowing experience, while 14.7% possess relevant professional qualifications. A third critical issue concerns the material and technical resources, which only one in five teachers (20.6%) considers adequate for this module. It has been established that student motivation regarding new forms of physical activity is a key factor in fostering interest and engagement in physical education lessons and sports activities. The data obtained demonstrated significant interest in rowing among 10th and 11th-grade students. Specifically, 78.0% of students are familiar with this sport, and 66.4% expressed a desire to practice it during physical education classes. Notably, 69.9% would choose this module if given the option, indicating that the demand for it is both real and sustained. The elective module "Kayak and Canoe Rowing" aligns with modern educational trends and the natural resource potential of a significant number of Ukraine's regions. Comparing the students' motivational profile with the pedagogical potential of the elective module leads to an important conclusion: the content and teaching methods of the developed module are purposefully aligned with the identified motives.
Institution: Zhytomyr Ivan Franko State University
Language: English
Field: Health Professions
Domain: Health Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7214580950