Improving Learning Outcomes of Upper Passing in Volleyball Games with Standard and Non-Standard Balls

Abstract

This research is based on the low passing skills of volleyball students at SMA Negeri 1 Medan. This study aims to improve passing skills in volleyball by using standard and non standard balls. This research was classroom action research carried out collaboratively and participatively. The research design used Kurt Lewin Model in 2 cycles consisting of planning, implementation & observation, and reflection. The research sample included 36 students in class XI IPS 4 at SMA Negeri 1 Medan. Data collection technique was through action tests. Data analysis technique was carried out in a qualitative and quantitative descriptive manner. The results showed that Students’  Passing Skills for volleyball using standard and non-standard balls experienced an increase, namely from the results of the first cycle test it was obtained that 13 students (36.11%) had completed their studies, and 23 students or 63.9% had not yet completed their studies. Then the results of the second cycle test showed that 34 students (94.6%) had completed their studies and 2 students or 5.45% had not completed their studies. Thus it can be concluded that using standard and non-standard balls can improve the learning process and the volleyball skills of SMA Negeri 1 Medan students.