The Nature and Meaning
PHYSICAL
EDUCATION
(Lesson 1)
Introduction
Physical Education is an important segment of general education which aims
to contribute to the total development of the learner through participation in
selected vigorous activities. It provides opportunities to acquire lifelong
skills that are essential to his physical, mental, social and emotional
development (Oyco, 2000).
in this lesson, we will learn what is physical education, foundational areas,
significance, objectives, health benefits and the legal bases of physical
education
The following objectives of Physical Education are viewed and stated in
terms of their contribution to the outcomes of education and which justify
the existence of physical education in the curriculum.
Physical Education is a subject given mandatory to all students. That’s why
in this module, we will learn the legal bases why Physical Education should
be in part in the curriculum.
Objectives
At the end of the lesson, the students will be able to:
A Define physical education.
B Explain the importance of physical education.
What Is Physical Education?
Physical Education
Physical Education is "education through the physical". It aims to
develop students’ physical competence and knowledge of movement and
safety, and their ability to use these to perform in a wide range of activities
associated with the development of an active and healthy lifestyle. It also
develops students’ confidence and generic skills, especially those of
collaboration, communication, creativity, critical thinking and aesthetic
appreciation. These, together with the nurturing of positive values and
attitudes in PE, provide a good foundation for students’ lifelong and life-
wide learning.
Physical Education
is an agent for health and witness that can
promote personal responsibility and
control for active lifestyle
On an individual level.
contributes to individual wellness through the
innate “experience of the moment” and is
reinforced on a daily basis through the
knowledge, skills, and feelings of enhanced self-
esteem and wellness that develop over time.
“Physical Education is a
process through which
an individual obtains
optimal physical,
mental and social skills
and fitness through
physical activity”
- Angela Lumkin
The Foundational Areas Of Physical Education
CULTURAL SOCIAL SCIENTIFIC
FOUNDATION FOUNDATION FOUNDATION
are sport history and sport sport sociology and are concerned with social
philosophy. These include exercise and sport phenomena. Along with the
our heritage in thought and psychology. science areas are motor
deed, our philosophy, our behaviour includes
history, our art, our biomechanics and exercise
literature physiology.
Importance of Physical
Fitness Physical Education enhances an individual’s
01 ability to concentrate and maintain focus;
02 Physical Education is important for
healthy growth and development;
Physical Education prevent sleep
03 deprivation;
04 Physical Education helps in relieving stress
and anxiety;
Physical Education makes an individual
05
flexible and happy
1 Physical Development
Objectives of 2 Social Development
Physical
3 Emotional Development
Education
4 Mental Development
1
Physical Development
- People need to develop
physically by developing muscles,
by toning and strengthening them
and also develop cardiovascular
fitness for healthy heart and
lungs.
2
Social Development
- Socially, physical education helps
people develop bonds with others;
particularly while participating in team
sports. The act of working together as
part of a team and using team mates as
a support network both on and off the
field helps people develop socially and
form friendships with like-minded
individuals.
2
Social Development
Some worthwhile traits are:
Friendliness
Cooperation
Respect for the rights of others
Good sportsmanship
Good leadership and followership
Honesty in group competition
3
Emotional Development
The sense of achievement after
completing a physical education session
can also boost self esteem; particularly
after performing well In competitions or
simply reaching a personal goal. the
person’s desire to stay in the game and
play are inherent in team sports where
fear, anger, joy, and other powerful
emotions are experienced.
3
Emotional Development
The informal nature of physical education
offers opportunities for the development of
expression and emotional traits needed for
emotional mastery like:
Self-confidence
Self-control
Self-reliance
Courage
Determination
Personal Discipline
4
Mental Development
- also known as cognitive development. Through
participation in physical education activities the
individual develops his mental capacities as he
learns the mechanical principles of underlying
movement, as the learner acquires knowledge and
understanding of rules and strategies of games and
sports as well as dance instructions, as he
discovers ways of improving his movements in
gymnastics and dance, and the ability to analyze
and give judgments. Physical education is about
more than just physical activities.
Health benefits of exercise and physical education
1 Reduce the risk of premature death.
2 Reduce the risk of developing and/or dying from heart disease.
3 Reduce high blood pressure or the risk of the developing high blood pressure.
Reduce high cholesterol or the risk of developing high cholesterol.
4
Reduce the risk of developing colon cancer and breast cancer.
5
Health benefits of exercise and physical education
6 Reduce the risk of developing diabetes.
7 Reduce or maintain body weight or body fat.
8 Build and maintain healthy muscles, bones, and joints.
9 Reduce depression and anxiety.
10 Improve psychological well-being.
11 Enhanced work, recreation and sports performance.
The ABC’s of
Physical Education
Always try your best. Abide by Be prepared, be positive, be
the official rulings. Accept the
outcome of the game.
A B kind, be honest, be true and all
of these things will come back to
you.
Come to class on time and dress Demonstrate good
to move. C D sportsmanship.
The ABC’s of
Physical Education
Encourage your classmates. E F Follow your instructor’s
directions.
Good things come to those who High fives before and after the
sweat. G H game/activity.
The ABC’s of
Physical Education
If someone in PE class is in
trouble, help instead of laughing
and watching.
I J Just keep your hands and feet to
yourself.
Keep the gym and the
environment clean and tidy. K L Lose without blaming.
The ABC’s of
Physical Education
Move carefully at all times.
M N No chewing gum or candy in the
mouth during PE class.
On whistle, freeze. On stop Protect yourself always. Play by
signal, look at the teacher and
listen.
O P the rules play fair
The ABC’s of
Physical Education
Quietly enter and exit the Respect yourself, others and
gym. Q R the environment.
Safety and security as simple as Talent win games, but
ABC- always be careful. S T teamwork and intelligence win
championships.
The ABC’s of
Physical Education
Value the moment with your
Use equipment correctly and
carefully. Use self- control. U V PE classmates and teammates
and create memories together.
Win without boasting. Work X – factor to your success in
well others. Wear sneakers or
gym shoes.
W X this PE class?
The ABC’s of
Physical Education
Your involvement. Always Zumba and aerobic dance
participate and give your best
effort.
Y Z defeat negativity!
The Legal Bases Of Physical
Education
The Legal Bases Of Physical Education
Article 1 of the International Charter of Physical Education
and Sports, UNSECO, Paris, 1978 and Recommendation 1,
Interdisciplinary Regional Meeting of Experts on Physical
Education, UNESCO, Brisbane Australia, 1982.
States that:
“The practice of Physical Education and Sports is a
fundamental right for all..”
“And this right should not be treated as different in
principle from the right to adequate food, shelter and
medical care.”
The Legal Bases Of Physical Education
Article XIV, section 19, 1986 Constitution of the Republic
of the Philippines –
“The State shall promote Physical Education and
encourage sports programs, league competitions, and
amateur sports including training for international
competition to foster self-discipline, teamwork, and
excellence for the development of a healthy and alert
citizenry.”
“All educational institutions shall undertake regular
sports activities throughout the country and in
cooperation with athletic clubs and other sectors.”
Now, you’ve already learned what PE is all about
let’s answer the following activity:
#1 Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire
#2 Personal Health History Questionnaire
#3 Health History Questionnaire
Note:
You can answer the activities by downloading
the word file posted by your teacher at google
classroom.
Submit all your answers tomorrow until 12
midnight. If fail to pass from the given time,
your score will be deducted.
Summary
Physical education is a course taught in school that focuses on developing physical fitness and the ability
to perform and enjoy day-to-day physical activities with ease. Kids also develop skills necessary to
participate in a wide range of activities, such as soccer, basketball, or swimming. Regular physical
education classes prepare kids to be physically and mentally active, fit, and healthy into adulthood.
We know that physical activity can benefit participants in many ways. These benefits are not however,
natural by-products of random participation. Physical education programs must be designed specifically to
reach selected objectives.
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