African Educational Research Journal Vol. 13(2) - Exploring the relationship between kinetic intelligence and the cultivation of students' interest in sports in vocational school physical education: A case study of College Y

Oct 15, 2026

The study explores effective strategies to cultivate vocational school students’ interest in physical education, focusing on non-sports majors at College Y. Data from 500 students aged 16–22 combine literature analysis, questionnaire surveys, empirical measurement, and mathematical statistics. Analyses address students’ attitudes toward physical exercise, motor quotient, and learning interest. Results show creative instruction, richer and more practical activities, and optimized course structure significantly improve sports interest, and highlight the importance of facilities and a positive sports atmosphere.

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African Educational Research Journal Vol. 13(2), pp. 169-177, April 2025 DOI: 10. 30918/AERJ.132.25.015 ISSN: 2354-2160 Full Length Research Paper Exploring the relationship between kinetic intelligence and the cultivation of students' interest in sports in vocational school physical education: A case study of College Y Fan Xu1, Sri Suryanti1* and Lanqing Ye2 1 Department of Education and Society, Institute of Science Innovation and Culture, Rajamangala University of Technology Krungthep, 10120 Bangkok, Thailand. 2 Department of Undergraduate Program, Institute of Science Innovation and Culture, Rajamangala University of Technology Krungthep, 10120 Bangkok, Thailand. Accepted 2 April, 2025 | ABSTRACT
This study aims to explore effective strategies for cultivating students' interest in physical education within vocational schools, focusing on non-sports major students at College Y. The study involved 500 vocational students aged 16 to 22 years, employing a variety of methods, including literature analysis, questionnaire surveys, empirical measurements, and mathematical statistics. A comprehensive analysis was conducted on students' attitudes towards physical exercise, motor quotient, and interest in physical education learning. The findings reveal that creative teaching methods, increasing the diversity and practicality of physical activities, and optimizing the structure of physical education courses can significantly enhance students' interest in learning sports. Additionally, good school sports facilities and a positive sports atmosphere are crucial for stimulating students' interest in sports. This study emphasizes that cultivating students' interest in sports requires joint efforts from schools, teachers, and policymakers to achieve sustained development of students'sports interests and the educational goals of a healthy China.
Keywords: Physical education, sports interest, educational strategies. | | --- | | *Corresponding author. E-mail: [srisuryanti@umg.ac.id](srisuryanti@umg.ac.id), [Sri.s@mail.rmutk.ac.th](Sri.s@mail.rmutk.ac.th). | INTRODUCTION Since the introduction of the "Opinions on Strengthening Youth Sports and Enhancing Youth Physical Fitness" in 2007, the Chinese government has been continuously advancing sports education reforms, emphasizing the selection of appropriate teaching activities based on students' characteristics, as well as cultivating an interest in sports and exercise habits. The "Physical Education and Health Curriculum Standards" (2011), the "National Fitness Plan (2016-2020)," and the "Notice on the Construction of a Strong Sports Nation" (2019) further clarify the goals of enhancing physical fitness, promoting sports culture, and fostering the awareness of lifelong exercise. In international research, Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences provides theoretical support for studying Motor Quotient (MQ), suggesting that bodily-kinesthetic intelligence can enhance motor skills and physical fitness. However, limited research combines this with students'interest in physical education, particularly in vocational school populations, where such studies are still sparse. Domestic scholars, such as Wang Zongping (2014) and Li Jinghai (2015), have also noted the significant role of physical exercise and sports interest in the development of MQ. However, most existing research has focused on Afr Educ Res J 170 regular higher education institutions. Therefore, this study focuses on vocational school students, exploring the relationship between MQ and sports interest to fill the research gap, systematically assessing students' MQ levels, analyzing the correlation between the two, and providing scientific evidence and strategic recommendations for physical education in vocational schools. LITERATURE REVIEW The theoretical foundation of this study is primarily based on Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences, Interest Theory, and the Theory of Holistic Developm

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What is the study trying to determine about vocational students’ physical education interest?

It examines strategies to cultivate students’ interest in physical education and investigates the relationship between motor quotient and sports interest among non-sports majors at College Y.

How was the study conducted and what data sources were used?

The study used 500 vocational students aged 16 to 22, combining literature analysis, questionnaire surveys, empirical measurements, and mathematical statistics to assess attitudes, motor quotient, and interest.

Which factors are reported as key to improving students’ sports interest?

Creative teaching methods, greater diversity and practicality of physical activities, and optimized course structure are highlighted, alongside good sports facilities and a positive sports atmosphere.

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