Effective Verbal Communication in Physical Education Learning and Sports Coaching to Improve Achievement and Health: A Systematic Review

Abstract

This systematic review aims to provide in-depth information regarding effective verbal communication in physical education learning and sports coaching to improve achievement and health. The literature review was conducted identifying, evaluating, and interpreting relevant research results. To collect data, an online search was performed using Scispace software, focusing on journals indexed by the Scopus database, DOAJ, and published between 2019 - 2024. The journals were selected based on inclusion criteria: international and national journals indexed by Scopus, DOAJ, and Sinta. The keywords used were; "Effective Verbal Communication", "Physical Education Learning", and "Sports Coaching". The search generated 95 articles. Other 7 registered articles were also obtained from other sources using the inclusion criteria determined beforehand. These articles then went through a screening process, and 10 articles were selected as they matched the theme and the inclusion requirements. For standard operationalization, this research follows the PRISMA method. The research six main results. First, (1) Good verbal instructions from trainers or teachers were proven to improve the quality of students' understanding, motivation, and level of physical activity. They had a positive impact on achievement and fitness or physical health. Besides personal benefits, effective verbal communication was known to improve interpersonal relations, cooperation, coordination, and team performance among students and athletes. This study also found that encouragement of verbal communication helps adolescent students understand sports rules and techniques, improve physiological reactions and skills, and improve physical fitness and performance. Fourth, verbal communication in Indonesian facilitated active participation, teacher-student interaction, increased understanding and safety of athletes, and preserved positive cultural values ​​in sports. Next, it was found that good use of Indonesian in sports training encouraged proper understanding and improved performance and safety in sports activities. Finally, this study noted several obstacles faced by physical education teachers. However, these challenges can be overcome by incorporating communication strategies that use modern technology to encourage student activity and the effectiveness of physical education learning. Keywords: Verbal Communication, Physical Education, Sports Coaching