THE IMPACT OF SELF-ESTEEM ON DANCE IMAGERY AMONG BACHELOR OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION STUDENTS

Raymond Alfonso, Poebe Kyle E. Melecio, Lenziel L. Galaura

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Self-esteem and dance imagery are crucial in shaping students’ confidence, motivation, and performance in physical education. Hence, this study explored the relationship between self-esteem and dance imagery among Bachelor of Physical Education students. A quantitative research design was employed, using standardized self-esteem and dance imagery scales to gather data from 230 respondents. Due to the non-normal distribution of data, the mean and Spearman’s rho were used for analysis. Universal sampling was applied, ensuring the population was included to complete representation without selection bias, and survey questionnaires were the primary research instrument for measuring the dependent and independent variables. The results showed a significant correlation between self-esteem and dance imagery. Moreover, regression analysis identified performance self-esteem as the strongest predictor among the three indicators. Consequently, these findings highlight the importance of self-esteem in enhancing dance imagery, which may contribute to better student performance. Strategies such as mentorship, performance exposure, and visualization techniques can further support skill development in physical education students.

 

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education, BPE, self-esteem, dance imagery, BPE students, quantitative, Davao City

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