the aim and objective of physical education (a) physical development (b) social development (c) mental development (d) all of these
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d) all of these...................
Aims of Physical Education
The aim of physical education are to enable the student to:
appreciate and understand the value of physical education and its relationship to a healthy, active lifestyle
work to their optimal level of physical fitness
become aware of movement as a creative medium connected to communication, expression and aesthetic appreciation
develop the motor skills necessary to participate successfully in a variety of physical activities
experience enjoyment and satisfaction through physical activity
develop social skills that demonstrate the importance of teamwork and cooperation in group activities
demonstrate a high level of interest and personal engagement showing initiative, enthusiasm and commitment
show knowledge and understanding in a variety of physical activities and evaluate their own and others’ performances
demonstrate the ability to critically reflect upon physical activity in both a local and intercultural context
demonstrate the ability and enthusiasm to pass on to others in the community the knowledge, skills and techniques that have been learned.
Objectives of Physical Education
The objectives of any MYP subject and of the personal project state the specific targets set for learning in the subject. They define what the learner will be able to do, or do better, as a result of studying the subject.
The objectives of MYP physical education are split into five sub-groups that correlate with the final assessment criteria.
A. Knowledge and Understanding
At the end of the course students should be able to:
demonstrate an understanding of the principles and concepts related to a variety of physical activities
understand the importance of physical activity to a healthy lifestyle
recall and understand the various components that contribute to health-related fitness.
B. Movement Composition
At the end of the course students should be able to compose and communicate meaning and ideas through movement.
C. Performance and Application
At the end of the course students should be able to:
display acquired motor skills necessary to perform a variety of physical activities
apply tactics, strategies and rules in both individual and group situations
use movement concepts appropriately in relation to themselves, others and their physical environment
apply health and fitness principles effectively through a variety of physical activities.
D. Social Skills
At the end of the course students should be able to:
work cooperatively
respect themselves and their social and physical environment
support and encourage others (towards a positive working environment)
develop attitudes and strategies that enhance their relationship with others
show sensitivity to their own and different cultures.
E. Personal Engagement
At the end of the course students should be able to:
show initiative, creativity and a willingness to improve themselves
take responsibility for their own learning process and demonstrate engagement with the activity, showing enthusiasm and commitment
show self-motivation, organization and responsible behaviour
recognize, analyse and evaluate the effects of a variety of physical activities on themselves and others
reflect upon and evaluate their own performance in order to set goals for future development.