The research article "Plight of physical education in secondary schools of Punjab, Pakistan"

highlights the significant issue of overcrowding in secondary school classrooms and its adverse
effects on teaching and learning Physical Education (PE). Overcrowding poses a substantial
challenge to effective PE instruction, hindering teachers' ability to provide personalized attention,
proper supervision, and individualized feedback to students during PE activities. Additionally, the
crowded environment exacerbates safety concerns, increasing the risk of accidents and injuries
during physical activities.
The study emphasizes the urgent need for interventions such as class size reduction,
infrastructure improvements, and enhanced teacher training to address overcrowding and create a
conducive learning environment for students. Similarly, the proposed research on "Contemporary
Issues in Teaching and Learning Physical Education: Students' Perception" aligns with these
findings, aiming to explore students' perspectives on contemporary issues in teaching and learning
PE in Manila, Philippines.
By understanding students' perceptions of issues like overcrowding, the proposed study
can provide valuable insights into the impact of these challenges on students' learning experiences.
The qualitative phenomenological research design and thematic analysis employed in the proposed
study are well-suited for capturing students' nuanced experiences and informing potential
interventions to improve the teaching and learning of PE in public schools. Through thematic
analysis, the proposed study can uncover underlying themes and trends in students' perceptions,
contributing to a better understanding of the complexities surrounding these issues.