A PhD dissertation was discussed at the College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences at the University of Baghdad by the candidate Amwaj Mohammed Ali, titled:
“The Effect of Differentiated Instruction Using a Graduated Activities Strategy According to HIIT Cardio and Pilates Exercises on Selected Bio-Motor Abilities of Female Students.”
The examination committee consisted of:
Prof. Hussein Saadi Ibrahim – Chair
Prof. Tamadhir Abdulaziz Mohsen – Member
Prof. Mustafa Saleh Mahdi – Member
Prof. Lamia Abdul Sattar Khalil – Member
Asst. Prof. Maysaa Nadeem Ahmed – Member
Prof. Ammar Abbas Atiyah – Member and Supervisor
Asst. Prof. Ali Jalal Obeid – Member and Supervisor
The study aimed to explore the effects of using differentiated instruction through the graduated activities strategy on specific bio-motor abilities. It also examined the impact of HIIT cardio and Pilates training on the physical abilities of first-year female students at the college. A further goal was to assess the influence of combining differentiated instruction and these targeted exercise methods.
The researcher concluded that there is a clear variation in physical fitness levels among the students, noting that the majority had not previously engaged in regular sports practice or participated in athletic teams or institutions that offer continuous training, whether for competitive or non-competitive purposes. Therefore, the researcher emphasized that addressing this issue through traditional teaching methods—such as command or other common instructional styles—may be ineffective. The findings support the effectiveness of differentiated instruction using graduated activities alongside HIIT cardio and Pilates in enhancing physical capabilities.
This research contributes to the Sustainable Development Goals, especially Goal 4 Quality Education and Goal 3 Good Health and Well-being, by promoting innovative educational strategies and physical activity programs that address diverse student needs and improve overall physical literacy.
