Staff Member of the College of Physical Education Earns a Master’s Degree from the University of Tabriz

Byإعلام كلية التربية البدنية وعلوم الرياضة جامعة سامراء Reading Time: 2 minutes

Mr. Mohammed Faeq Mahdi, a staff member at the College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, University of Samarra, has been awarded a Master’s degree in Motor Learning from the College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences at the University of Tabriz, Iran, following the successful defense of his thesis entitled:

“The Effect of Contextual Interference on Learning and Retention of Badminton Skills among Semi-Professional Players.”

The study aimed to investigate the impact of the contextual interference approach on the acquisition and retention of badminton skills among semi-professional players by examining its effects on the performance of short serve, long serve, forehand drop shot, and forehand clear, as well as skill retention and the transfer of learning.

The researcher employed a quasi-experimental applied research design, utilizing pre- and post-tests in addition to retention and transfer tests. The study sample consisted of semi-professional badminton players aged 18–25 years from clubs and teams in the city of Tabriz. Statistical analyses were conducted using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS).

The findings demonstrated that training based on the contextual interference approach significantly improved the performance of the targeted fundamental skills and proved effective in enhancing learning, skill retention, and transfer of learning. These results underscore the importance of incorporating this instructional approach into badminton training and teaching programs.

On this occasion, the Deanship of the College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, represented by the Dean, the academic staff, and the administrative personnel, extends its heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Mohammed Faeq Mahdi on earning his Master’s degree, wishing him continued success and hoping that this academic achievement will further contribute to the advancement of the College’s academic and sporting mission.