Students' Interest in The Traditional Game Material of Gobak Sodor and Bentengan
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This study aims to determine the level of student interest in the traditional games of Gobak Sodor and Bentengan at SMP Muhammadiyah 1 Temanggung. The background of this study is based on the decreasing interest of students in traditional games due to technological developments and the increasing popularity of online games. Traditional games have important educational values, such as training agility, cooperation, physical fitness, and instilling cultural values. This study used a quantitative descriptive method with a survey technique. The study population was all seventh grade students, with a sample of 30 seventh grade students of Andalusia selected using a convenience sampling technique. Data collection used a Likert-scale questionnaire that had undergone validity and reliability tests. The results showed that student interest in traditional games was relatively positive, which was influenced by intrinsic factors such as interest, attention, and behavior, as well as extrinsic factors such as facilities and the role of teachers. Although some students were not familiar with Gobak Sodor and Bentengan, learning accompanied by direct practice was able to increase their interest in traditional games. This study emphasizes the importance of preserving traditional games through physical education, as well as the need to strengthen the role of teachers in providing enjoyable and meaningful learning experiences for students.
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