The teaching-learning-training process in rhytmic gymnastics supported by the ecological theory

Botti M., do Nascimento J.V. THE TEACHING-LEARNING-TRAINING PROCESS…

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THE TEACHING-LEARNING-TRAINING PROCESS IN RHYTMIC GYMNASTICS SUPPORTED BY THE ECOLOGICAL THEORY
Marise Botti1, Juarez Vieira do Nascimento2
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São João Del Rei Federal University, Minas Gerais, Brazil Santa Catarina Federal University, Santa Catarina, Brazil Original research article

Abstract This study aimed to analyze and compare the structure of the teaching-learning-training process in children’s Rhythmic Gymnastics. Seventeen girls, aged 10 to 12 years, who were members of the Rhythmic Gymnastics initiation classes for athletes in the cities of Florianópolis-SC (n = 11) and Maringá-PR (n = 6) participated in this study. A systematic observation method was used for data collection during the typical weeks of training. Chi-square and, when necessary, the Fisher Exact Test were used for statistical analysis. Using aspects of the Ecological Theory, the results showed a similarity between the structure of teaching-learning-training process, as the activity identification, the tasks progression, and coaches’ and athletes’ conduct. It is possible to conclude that the evidence seems to confirm the use of a methodological approach in teaching RG founded on notions of progressions of exercises through the refinement and application of the technique. On the other hand, it has also become evident that interpersonal relationships that go through the training programs need to be re-evaluated. Keywords: rhythmic gymnastics, teaching, learning, training, ecological theory. INTRODUCTION Considering that Rhythmic Gymnastics (RG) has become more visible, mainly in athlete training centers, schools, and particularly in the media, it is expected that many studies related to RG would have been carried out. However, there is a lack of academic work in this area, and studies that have been conducted have mainly focused on high performance aspects of the sport. There are few