Effect of Using KUD Strategy to Learn Overhand Serve and Serve Receive in Volleyball For Students

Abstract

Objectives. This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of the KUD (Know, Understand, Do) strategy in improving students' learning of basic volleyball skills, specifically the overhand serve and serve receive. The research also seeks to enhance students’ understanding and practical application of these skills in a systematic and organized manner, contributing to the overall improvement of their performance in physical education lessons.

Materials and Methods. The researcher employed an experimental method on second-stage students from Al-Kut University College, Department of Physical Education and Sports Sciences. The study population consisted of 60 students, from which a sample of 40 students (66% of the total population) was deliberately selected. The sample was divided into two equal groups of 20 students each—an experimental group and a control group. Both groups were confirmed to be homogeneous and equivalent at the beginning of the experiment. The experimental group was taught using the KUD strategy, while the control group followed the traditional method.

Results. The study results revealed that the experimental group, which was exposed to the KUD strategy, demonstrated significant improvement in both overhand serve and serve receive skills compared to the control group. This indicates that the integration of theoretical understanding with practical application, as facilitated by the KUD strategy, enhances the accuracy and efficiency of learning volleyball skills.

Conclusion. The KUD strategy proved effective in developing volleyball skills among students, particularly in the overhand serve and serve receive. Based on these findings, the researcher recommends the application of the KUD strategy across various team sports and skill levels. Additionally, sufficient time should be allocated for training, ensuring a balance between theoretical instruction and practical exercises to improve overall motor performance and facilitate skill acquisition.