ІNNOVATIVE PEDAGOGICAL TECHNOLOGIES IN TEACHING PHYSICAL EDUCATION IN HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS

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Published: Apr 30, 2026
https://doi.org/10.23856/7417

  Alla Marushkevych

Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1969-7771

  Lesia Lytvynchuk

Taras Shevchenko Kyiv National University
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9206-9827

  Vitalii Lunov

O. O. Bogomolets National Medical University
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7085-8454

Abstract

The study explores the implementation of innovative pedagogical technologies in the field of physical education at higher education institutions. The research was conducted with 120 students, divided into control and experimental groups, over one academic semester. The control group followed traditional methods, while the experimental group was exposed to blended learning strategies and gamified physical education sessions. Data collection included questionnaires on motivation, physical fitness tests, and attendance records. The results showed significant improvements in motivation, attendance, and physical performance in the experimental group compared to the control group. These findings highlight the positive impact of innovative pedagogical technologies and suggest their integration into higher education curricula to foster active learning, engagement, and holistic development of students. The discussion explores underlying psychological mechanisms based on Self-Determination Theory and Social-Cognitive Theory, highlighting the interdependence between motivation and performance.

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Marushkevych, A., Lytvynchuk, L., & Lunov, V. (2026). ІNNOVATIVE PEDAGOGICAL TECHNOLOGIES IN TEACHING PHYSICAL EDUCATION IN HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS. Academia Polonica, 74(1), 139-145. https://doi.org/10.23856/7417
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Keywords

blended learning, gamification, student engagement, physical fitness outcomes, higher education pedagogy, intrinsic motivation, active learning environment, educational innovation

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Issue
Vol. 74 No. 1 (2026)