Hendra Jondry Hiskya, Guntur, Nur Rohmah Muktiani, Didik Purwanto, Danang Aji Setyawan, Abu Bakar
The quality of physical education (PE) is influenced by multiple interrelated factors, including the learning environment, student motivation, and the availability of sports facilities. However, limited research has explored these relationships in the unique context of elementary schools along the Indonesia-Papua New Guinea border. This study investigates the associative relationships among these factors and their impact on PE learning outcomes. A total of 200 participants, including 160 students and 40 PE teachers, were surveyed using validated instruments measuring the learning environment, student motivation, sports facilities, and PE learning outcomes. Employing a quantitative, correlational research design, multiple regression analysis was conducted to examine the strength of these relationships. The findings indicate that a supportive learning environment fosters student motivation and positively influences learning outcomes. Additionally, the availability of adequate sports facilities enhances student engagement and performance in PE. Student motivation mediates the relationship between the learning environment and PE outcomes, while sports facilities serve as an additional mediator, reinforcing the importance of school infrastructure. These results highlight the need for targeted interventions to improve school facilities and motivational strategies to optimize PE learning. Educators and policymakers should focus on fostering inclusive learning environments and ensuring equitable access to high-quality sports facilities. Future research should employ longitudinal and experimental designs to further validate these findings and explore their long-term impact on student development. © 2025 by authors, all rights reserved.
Department of Physical Education, Faculty of Sports and Health Sciences, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta, Indonesia; Department of Physical Education, Health and Recreation, Universitas Tadulako, Indonesia; Department of Physical Education, Health and Recreation, Universitas PGRI Semarang, Indonesia; Department of Physical Education, Health and Recreation, Universitas Muhammadiyah Luwuk, Indonesia
