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By Rameshon
Bsc (Hons) Degree in Physical Education, Loughborough University (1992-1994)
Masters in Education (University of Western Australia, 2005-2008)
This page is dedicated to my wife, Sumathy, who inspired me to finish my Masters in Education (University of Western Australia) in May 2008 and also for giving me support to come in as the local champion in the Singapore Standard Chartered Marathon (2008, Dec) champion for Men Open at the age of 43.
Chapter One - Abstract (done)
Chapter Two - Introduction (not yet)
Chapter Five - Conclusion (not yet)
Lesson for us from the Research - (not yet)
Sports Participation Trends in One of the Junior colleges (JCs) in the Central District of Singapore. A Thesis Submitted as Requirements for the Masters in Education
ABSTRACT
The purpose of the study was to identify the sports participation trends in one of the Junior Colleges (JCs) in the central district of Singapore. The study was focused on year 2 students by finding out the reasons for their participation and non-participation in sports and offer solutions to improve the sports participation level. Also, the extent of participation of students in various sports and physical activities was determined. Since adolescence is a critical period for teenagers to decide whether to take up or drop out of sports, the role played by the family and school in influencing sports participation as well as students participate in out-of-school sport were examined.
Another reason for undertaking the study was to find out whether developing out-of-school sport would be helpful. Also, how the role of school and family facilitate in enhancing students' sports participation was looked at. It was also hoped that the findings of the present study could be used as a basis to assist in the modification of school sports structure. Survey consisting of 25 questions each was given to participants and non-participants of sports. Participants of the survey consisted of 50 boys and 50 girls between 17 and 18.
Finally, the author would like to make recommendations for early intervention strategies to enable students to achieve increased participation level in sports. The findings of the research showed that 88% of the year 2 college students were actively involved in sports at least once a week.
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By Narayanan
Rameshon has taught in Hwa Chong Institution, plus several schools, and Republic Polytechnic as well. He has won many accolades and he was awarded Merit Award for 1991 marathon performance in breaking the national record of Singapore, at that time. He has made 22 male athletes to do marathon in sub-3hrs. He has made 7 female runners to do sub-4 hours for marathon, as well. He was inducted to the ‘Roll of Honour’ by the then College of Physical Education, organised by Singapore Olympic Academy, in 1998, for breaking the National record repeatedly 4 times, till he did 2hr 24min 22sec).
He also has a Coaching group and he trains them on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7pm at Botanic Gardens. Those interested can call him at 91004369 for coaching assistance, to improve performance. There is also personal training that he does for many in a week. You can e-mail him at swift.rameshon@gmail.com.
