Republic of the Philippines

NUEVA VIZCAYA STATE UNIVERSITY

Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya
INSTRUCTIONAL MODULE
IM NO.: PATHF 3-1STSEM-2023-2024

COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION

Bayombong Campus

DEGREE All Programs COURSE NO. PATHF 3

PROGRAM
SPECIALIZATION Mandated COURSE TITLE Physical Activities Towards Health & Fitness
Subject 3
YEAR LEVEL 2 TIME FRAME 2 Hrs. WK NO. 2 IM NO. 1

I. UNIT TITLE
Unit I: INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL EDUCATION

II. LESSON TITLE

Lesson 1-5: Legal Bases, Definition, Goals, Functions, and Objectives of PE

III. LESSON OVERVIEW

This lesson introduces to students the legal bases, definition, goals, functions, and objectives
of PE that will serve as foundation of the course. Students will be guided on the importance of PE in
their specialization, ways on how to attain goals, functions and its objectives. They will be able to
realize the importance of physical education in their lives through engaging in properly selected
physical activities.

IV. DESIRED LEARNING OUTCOMES

At the end of the lesson, the students should be able to:

1. discuss the legal bases and definition of PE; and
2. differentiate the goals, functions, and objectives of PE.

V. LESSON CONTENT

INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL EDUCATION

LEGAL BASES

In accordance with the pertinent provisions of Republic Act (RA) No. 7722, otherwise known
as the “Higher Education Act of 1994”, and by virtue of the Commission en banc Resolution No.
197-2011 dated August 8, 2011 vesting the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) the power to
set minimum standards for programs and institutions of higher learning and for the purpose of
rationalizing physical education in the country with the end in view of keeping pace with the demand
of global competitiveness; and, pursuant to Article XIV, Section 19 of the Philippine Constitution
which mandates that;

“The state shall promote physical education and encourage sports programs, league
competitions and amateur sports, including training for international competitions 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 in
cooperation with athletic clubs and other sectors.”

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And that the following policies, standards and guidelines are hereby adopted and
promulgated by the Commission:

Article I, sec. 1. Rationale and background

Physical education as an academic discipline and as a profession plays an important role in

human development and continue to expand as a fast rate. By their very nature, physical
education and sports are about participation, inclusion and a sense of belonging, they bring
individuals and communities together, highlighting commonalities and bridging cultural and ethnic
divides. Physical education and sports provide an opportunity to learn skills, discipline, confidence
and leadership and they convey core principles that are important in a democracy, such as
tolerance, cooperation and respect. It teaches the fundamental value of effort and how to manage
essential steps in life such as victory or defeat. For the individual, sports enhance one’s personal
abilities, general health and self-knowledge. On the national level, physical education and sports
contribute to economic and social growth, improve public health, and bring different communities
together. On the global level, if used consistently, physical education and sports can have a long-
lasting positive impact on development, public health, peace and the environment.

Physical education is a life- long process. Every college student must continue his/her
participation in a developmental program of physical activities that are healthful, intellectually
invigorating, morally uplifting, socially significant, culturally enhancing and environmentally
oriented.

Physical Education as an academic discipline is directed towards understanding people,

with particular reference on the ability to move, the ways on how to utilize this ability, and the ways
to which this ability is related to other aspects of functioning as a whole person. Thus, movement
as a dynamic function of man is the area of central concern that gives physical education its
unique identity as an academic discipline.

The general objectives of Physical Education are as follows:

1. To develop the movement potentials of each individual to an optimum level.

2. To develop a basic understanding and appreciation of human movement.
3. To develop and maintain the optimal physical fitness and functionality of the individual.
4. To develop skills, knowledge and attitudes basic to voluntary participation in satisfying,
enjoyable physical activity experience.
5. To develop personally rewarding and socially acceptable behaviors through participation in
varied movement activities for a lifetime.

In the 1971 Physical Education Public Information (PEPI) project of the American
Association for Health, Physical Education, policy makers and funding agencies about the goals
and values of Physical Education, PEPI defined a “physically educated “person as possessing
knowledge and skill concerning his or her body and how it functions. The significance of the
contribution of physical education in the lives of students both youths and adults are highlighted as
follows:

 Physical Education is insurance.

 Physical Education contributes to academic achievement
 Physical Education provides skills and experiences that can last a lifetime.
 Physical Education helps in developing a positive self- image and ability to compete
and cooperate with others.

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In addition, Article 1 of the International Charter of Physical Education and Sports,

UNESCO, 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.”

In modern parlance, Physical Education is education through “movement”. Wunderlich (1976)

says of movement:

 It provides sensory data.

 It broadens the perceptive horizon.
 It stimulates the function and structure of bodily organs.
 It is the means by which an individual learns about himself in relation to his ambient
environment.

DEFINITION OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Physical Education is an integral part of the education program which aims to promote
optimum development of an individual physically, mentally, socially and emotionally in the
performance of properly selected physical activities.

GOALS OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION

1. Major Goal of Physical Education – FITNESS is the ability to live a healthy, satisfying, and
useful life.
2. Ultimate Goal of Physical Education – “GOOD LIFE” means that an individual satisfies
his basic needs as physical well-being, love, attention, security and self-respect.

FUNCTIONS OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION

1. Biologic Functions - the enhancement of the individual's growth and development through
body movements.
2. Integrative Functions - personality integration achieved through participation in properly
selected physical education activities.
3. Social Functions - the transmitting of values and standards that are considered consistent
with the needs and ideals of society.

OBJECTIVES OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION

The following objectives of Physical Education are viewed and stated in terms of its
contributions to the outcomes of education which justify its existence in the curriculum.

1. Physical development - through the carefully selected physical education activities, an

individual who participates actively will develop and maintain good health and a high level of
physical fitness. The acquisition of physical skills can motivate an individual to participate
further in physical activities; hence, his growth and development will be enhanced.

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2. 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 of the worthwhile traits are: friendliness, cooperation, respect for
the rights of others, good sportsmanship, good leadership and followership, and honesty in
group competition.
3. Emotional Development - the informal nature of physical education activities offers
opportunities for self-expression and emotional mastery. Examples of worthwhile emotional
traits are: self-confidence, self-control, self-reliance, courage and determination.
4. Mental Development - through participation in Physical Education activities, the individual
develops his mental capacities as he learns the mechanical principle underlying movement,
as he requires knowledge and understanding of rules and strategies of games and sports,
and as he discovers ways of improving his movements in gymnastics and dance.

VI. REFERENCES

Allsen, Philip E., Harrison, Joyce M., and Vance, Barbara (1993). Fitness for life: An individualized
approach. Madison: WCB Brown and Benchmark.

Andin, Carmen T. (1998). The teaching of PE in Philippine schools. Manila: Rex Book Store

Anykord, Peter (1993). Modern Gymnastics: Madison: WCB Brown and Benchmark

Belmonte,, Paz Cielo. Physical Education Handbook (2002)

Butcher, Charles A. (1992) Foundations of Physical Education. USA: The C.O. Mosley Co.

Bubod, Joseph, et.al. (2015) Physical Education, Gymnastics and Body Mechanics. Plaridel,
Bulacan: St Andrew Publishing House

Catapang, Jose (1999). Physical Fitness Handbook. Manila: Rex Publishing Co.

Dinoso, Clarita (1999). Gymnastics Book. Manila: Rex Book Store

Gatcholl, Bud (1990). Physical Fitness: A way of Life. USA: WCB Brown and Benchmark.

Prepared by:

DARIO P. SANTOS
Instructor

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