CHAPTER 1

Introduction to Physical Education

Learning Outcomes:
At the end of this chapter, the students are expected to:
1. create personal definition of Physical Education;
2. appreciate the value of physical education;
3. compare physical education from sports, physical exercise and physical
activity.

What is Physical Education?

Is a process through which an individual obtains optimal, physical,
mental, and social skills and fitness through physical activity. --- Angela
Lumkin
Came from the Latin word” physica”, meaning Physics and “education”
meaning the training of the bodily organs and power with a view to the promotion
of hearts and vigor. --- Wikepedia 2015

Significance of Physical Education

1. It enhances an individual’s ability to concentrate and maintain focus;
2. It is important for healthy growth and development;
3. Prevents sleep deprivation
4. Helps in relieving stress and anxiety; and
5. Makes an individual flexible and happy.
Purpose of Physical Education

1) It increases physical fitness. Our goal is to incorporate all components

(strength, flexibility, agility, cardiovascular endurance) of fitness into lessons
throughout the year.

2) It nurtures a natural love of moving. We do our best to make learning and

moving fun. We believe that this is the age where children really enjoy moving
and playing and it is our hope that this enthusiasm remains as they grow.

3. Every day in P.E. classes students learn and practice basic locomotor
(hopping, skipping, running, etc.) manipulative (dribbling, kicking, throwing,
etc.) and non-manipulative (balancing, twisting, rolling, etc.) skills, as well as, a
multitude of special concepts (up, down, over/under, right/left, etc.). It guides
students in the process of becoming physically active for the rest of their lives

4) It helps create good citizens. Possibly the most important benefit of P.E. is the
teaching and reinforcement of all aspects of good citizenship. In every class fair
play, responsibility, cooperation, sharing, honesty, and other virtues are strongly
stressed. Serve multiple purpose such as health, value, or developmental
education.

Physical Education Differentiated

1. Physical Education vs. Physical Activity

Physical Education is the teaching and leading of physical activity in a

school gymnasium or other school setting. It goals to improve and maintain
student’s current health and set them a path to maintain a healthy lifestyle
throughout their lives. (Learn. Org, What Is Physical Education? n.d.)

By contrast, Physical Activity is defined as any bodily movement produced

by skeletal muscles that requires energy expenditure. Physical activity
encompasses all activities, at any intensity, performed during the 24-hour day.
It includes, exercise and incidental activity integrated into daily activity.
(Wikipedia, “Physical Activity” 2018)

2. Physical Education vs. Sport

Physical Education helps students develop related skills, knowledge and

attitudes for leading and enjoying an active and healthy lifestyle; as well as
confidence and competence through facing challenges in a wide range of
activities. The six strands in Physical Education curriculum are: Motor and
Sports Skills, Health and Fitness, Sports related Values and Attitudes,
Knowledge and Practice of Safety, Knowledge of movement, Aesthetic Sensitivity.
(What is the difference between PE and Sports?” Physical Education(PE)
Frequently Asked Questions, n.d.)

On the other hand, sport refers to an institutionalized game. Through

sport participation; students can understand and develop many core values such
as national identity, perseverance, commitment, responsibility, respect to others,
love and care, integrity, collaboration, solidarity, fair play, etc. Sports is an
important medium for the implementation of Physical Education. (“What is the
difference between PE and Sports?” Physical Education(PE) Frequently Asked
Questions, n.d.)

3. Physical Education vs. Physical Exercise

Physical Education, also known as Phys Ed., PE, gym, or gym class, and
known in many commonwealth countries as physical training or PT, is an
educational course related of maintaining the human body through physical
exercises (i.e calisthenics) (citation needed). It is taken during primary and
secondary education and encourage psychomotor learning in a play or movement
exploration setting to promote health. ( Anderson, D. “ The Discipline and the
Profession”, 1989).

Physical exercise is any bodily activity or movement that enhances and

maintains overall health and physical fitness. Habit of regular physical exercise
has got numerous benefits. Exercise is of various types such as aerobics
exercise, anaerobic exercise NI, Nessa A, Hossain MA, “Physical and flexibility
exercise. (Siddiqui, NI, Nessa A, and Hossain MA, “Physical Exercise”, 2010).

Activity No. 1
Direction: Read the questions carefully and give a clear and concise answer.
Name: __________________________________ Score: ________
Course and Section: ____________________ Date: _________

Activity No.1:

A. Give your personal definition and understanding about Physical Education?

Answer this in 5-10 sentences.
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B. Why do you need to study Physical Education and what can it contribute to
you as a student? Give three reasons and expound your answer in not less
than 10 sentences.

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C. Differentiate Physical Education from Physical Activity. Give examples to
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D. Differentiate Physical Education from Physical Sport. Give examples to

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E. Differentiate Physical Education from Physical Exercise. Give examples to

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