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Physical Education:
Physical Education is the process by which
changes in the individual are bought about
through movements experiences. Physical
Education aims not only at physical development
but is also concerned with education of the
whole person through physical activities.
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Physical education is an essential and integral part of the total education
program and makes significant contributions toward the achievement of
desirable education and health outcomes through the medium of
physical activity. Quality physical education programs promote the
physical growth and development of children and youth while
contributing to their general health and well being. They are based on a
planned sequence of experiences in a wide variety of activities
beginning with basic movement skills and progressing toward more
complex sport, dance, and other forms of movement. Ultimately, they
should help young people keep physically fit and enjoy many forms of
physical activity during the school years and continuing throughout life.
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Definitions
“The ability to function effectively in physical work, training and
other activities and still have enough energy left over to handle any
emergencies which may arise.”
“Physical education is a part of education which gives instructions
in the development and care of the body from simple callisthenic
exercises to a course of study providing training in hygiene,
(principles of health) gymnastics and the performance and
management of athletics games.”
(Webster’s Dictionary )
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“physical education, an integral part of total education process,
is a field of Endeavour (an attempt) which has as its aim the
development of physically, mentally, emotionally and socially fit
citizens through the medium of physical activities which have
been selected with a view to realizing these outcomes.”
(Charles A. Bucher)
“Physical Education as an education of and through human
movement where many of educational objectives are achieved by
means of big muscle activities involving sports, games, gymnastic,
dance and exercise.”
(Barrow)
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Definitions: Physical Education
• Physical education….
– An educational process that uses physical activity
as a means to help people acquire skills, fitness,
knowledge, and attitudes that contribute to their
optimal development and well-being.
– Contributes to the development of the whole
person.
• Education
– An on-going process that occurs throughout our
lifespan.
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Scope of physical Education
• Profession…
– An occupation requiring specialized training in an
intellectual field of study that is dedicated to the
betterment of society through service to others.
• Some examples of professional organizations:
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Organizing The Profession
• With developing technologies, knowledge,
and methods of inquiry from other disciplines
in the 1960s, physical education, exercise
science, and sport broadened its horizons to
incorporate the fields of psychology and
sociology.
• The result:12 subdisciplines
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Subdisciplines
• Exercise physiology Motor development
• Sports medicine Motor learning
• Sport biomechanics Sport sociology
• Sport philosophy Sport pedagogy
• Sport history Adapted physical activity
• Sport psychology Sport management
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Aims and Objective
Physical Development
Through the carefully selected physical an individual who
participates actively will develop and maintain good health and
a high level of physical fitness. The physical skills can
motivate an individual to participate, further in physical
activities hence his growth and development will be enhance.
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Social Development
Participation in the physical education activities provides
opportunities for the development of desirable social traits needed for
adjustment to the social life in general. Some worth while traits are
Friendliness
Cooperation
Respect for the rights of others
Good Sports Worship
Honesty in group Competition
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Emotional Development
The informal nature of physical education activity offers
opportunities for self-expression and emotional mastery.
example of traits are
Self confidence
Self control
Self- reliance
Courage
Determination
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Mental Development
Through participation in physical education
activities the individual develops his mental capacities as
he learns the mechanical principles underlying movement,
as he acquired knowledge and understanding of rules and
strategies of games and sports, and as he discovers ways
of improving his movements in gymnastics and dance.
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Cultural Development
It aims at developing an understanding and
appreciation of one’s own local environment as well as
the environment which is world-wide in scope. By
participation in various physical education activities
such as dance, sports and games, a person fully
understand the history, culture, tradition, religious
practices etc and the aesthetic values associated with
these activities.
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1. A positive attitude towards physical fitness and good
health.
2. A personal value system and satisfactory relationship
with peers.
3. Increased self-awareness and a positive self concept.
4. independence, interdependence, and a sense of
responsibility.
5. An understanding of human sexuality.
6. An understanding of appropriate factual information
and concepts.
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Importance of Physical Education
Education is the main form to create a strong nation also for the
healthy nation. Without education man cannot create a better person.
Education is creating you mental and physical strong. So it is the most
important for the better nation. Today it is proved that every education is
the most important. Today another education is the most important that is
physical education.
Physical education is also about sharpening overall cognitive
abilities and motor skills via athletics, exercise and various other physical
activities like martial arts and dance. Here are some of the benefits that
highlight the importance of physical education.
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Maintaining Sound Physical Fitness
Physical fitness is one of the most important elements of leading a healthy
lifestyle. Physical education promotes the importance of inclusion of a
regular fitness activity in the routine. This helps the students to maintain
their fitness, develop their muscular strength, increase their stamina and thus
stretch their physical abilities to an optimum level. Physical fitness helps to
inculcate (to impress) the importance of maintaining a healthy body, which
in turn keeps them happy and energized. Sound physical fitness promotes,
increased absorption of nutrients, better functioning of digestion and all
other physiological processes and hence results in all round fitness.
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Awareness about Nutrition & Health Issues
Physical education are about participating in the physical
fitness and recreation activities, but they are also about gaining
knowledge about the overall aspects of physical health. For example
in today's world the problems of obesity, or anemia ( a disease
involving lack of blood) and bulimia (an emotional disorder) are
rampant (un control) amongst teenagers. Physical education provides
an excellent opportunity for teachers to promote the benefits of
healthy and nutritious food and cite the ill effects of junk food.
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Overall Confidence Booster
Indulging in sports be it team sports or dual (Double) and
individual sports, leads to a major boost in self-confidence.
The ability to go on the field and perform instills a sense of
self-confidence, which is very important for the development
of a person's character. Every victory achieved on the field,
helps to boost a person's self-confidence.
Moreover, the ability to accept defeat on field and yet
believe in your own capabilities brings a sense of positive
attitude as well. Thus participation in sports, martial arts or
even dance and aerobics, is always a positive influence on a
student's overall personality and character and works wonders
for his/her self-confidence.
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Development of Motor Skills
The ability to concentrate, the ability to swing the racket just at
the right time are some of the examples of development of motor
skills in the physical education. Participation in sports and
several physical education activities helps to sharpen the reflexes
of the students/people. It also brings order and discipline to the
body movements and helps in development of a sound body
posture as well. The hand-eye coordination improves as well.
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Enhancing Overall Cognitive Abilities
Physical education help to enhance the overall cognitive
abilities of the people, since they get a lot of knowledge about
the different kinds of sports and physical activities that they
indulge in. For example a person who is participating in a
specific type of martial arts class, will also gain knowledge
about the origins of the martial art, and the other practices and
historical significance associated with it. Thus physical
education helps to enrich the knowledge bank of the
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A Stress Buster and Source of Enjoyment
In addition to the health benefits and the knowledge
benefits that the students get from the physical education
classes, one important aspect of it remains to be recreation.
Students, who are busy with their other subjects in the
curriculum, often get exhausted with the listening, reading
and writing pattern of studying and need a recreational
activity as a source of recreation. Sports and other physical
fitness activities offered in the physical education class are a
welcome break for the students.
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To develop Neuro-muscular co-ordination or skill
A good deal of physical activities helps the individuals
and groups to develop certain skill, which gives satisfaction
and happiness in a variety of ways during leisure times.
Being physically illiterate many people do not know how to
enjoy their leisure and become unhappy. Individual and
group play activities enable people to give wholesome
expression to their innate desires and interests.
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To develop the organic systems of the body
It is recognized that our feelings, emotions,
thoughts and achievements are influenced to a
considerable extent by the physiological process of
the body. The development of the organic vigour is
dependent on a wide selection of activities and so
conducted that the normal functions of the body
are developed and improved.
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To develop a desirable social attitudes and
conduct
By giving emphasis on ethical values inherent
in Playing games with and against others the
desirable social attitudes and conduct can be
developed through a programme of well organized
physical activities. It gives opportunity for social
contact, group living, and self adjustment with the
group.
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Inculcating Sportsmanship and Team Spirit
Participation in team sports, or even dual sports helps to imbibe a
sense of team spirit amongst the students. While participating in team
sports, the children have to function as an entire team, and hence they learn
how to organize themselves and function together. This process of team
building hones a person's overall communications skills and the ability to
get along with different kind of people. Thus participating in team sports
instills a sense of team spirit, which is a great value addition to anyone's
personality and helps a lot in all the future endeavors.
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IMPORTANCE
Why is Physical Education So
Important?
Here's Why ...
☼ Reduced Risk of Heart Failure
☼Improved Physical Fitness
☼ Weight Reduction
☼ Good Health Promotion
☼ Self Discipline
☼ Skill Development
☼ Improved Self - Confidence
☼ Stress Reduction
☼ Increase Their Love of School and
☼ ☼ Performance in Academics
☼ Development of Lifetime Skills
and Activities
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