KaPEhan

Abstract

This study explored the perceptions of pre-service physical educators (PSPEs) on the KaPEhan strategy, a collaborative virtual platform session to complement classroom-based instruction. This study made use of a qualitative action research design. The action undertaken was implemented among PSPEs of a teacher education institution in Pampanga, Philippines. A purposive sample of those who completed the sessions were asked to voluntarily participate in a structured interview. Aided by thematic analysis, findings revealed that the strategy was viewed positively by the PSPEs in terms of their academic and personal experiences. Although challenges such as conflicts in schedule and inevitable technical glitches were notable, the students recommended that more participants should be encouraged to participate and called for the continuity of the enjoyable sessions. The intervention may be a useful strategy that can be adapted by other teacher education institutions to ensure functional use of leisure time for learning.