barriers to learning Flashcards
why may women prefer badminton as a sport?
doesn’t rely on team
enviroment (warm & dry)
up keeps health & fitness
socially acceptable
how can schools encourage more females to take part in sport?
more variety of sport inspiring teachers relaxed kit (more fashionable) female only groups emphasis on a healthy lifestyle
what is a stereotype?
a certain simplified image held by a social group, were certain traits are associated with particular groups
what is prejudice?
opinion based on inaccurate facts, often a dislike of people due to race, religion or gender
what is discrimination?
unfair treatment of a person
what is social exclusion?
when certain sections of society are left out of mainstream
what is inclusiveness?
recognize diversity of needs and does not necessarily mean integration or segregation
what barriers to gender?
roles - childcare, lack of time as working, economic lower independent income
eteem- myths about sports for certain genders, poor body image, restrictions on some race & religion
less opportunity - fewer female clubs
what barriers may account for lower participation in women ?
stereotyping -may believe that women should look after children
sport as a male preserve- views that its not a women place to play
less resources/ lower funding - fewer female clubs, less media coverage, less role models, less sponsorship, less prize money
less time available- cannot train as much
why is there lower participation among ethnic minorities?
fear of discrimination not encouraged conflict with religious customs lack of role models stereotyping
what solutions are there for lower p in ethnic minorities ?
sensitive sports policies raise awareness of racial inequalities greater media coverage improve skill level and positive attitudes challenges stereotypical thinking
what ways have over discrimination been effective ?
increased range of activities among minorities
increase role models in uk sport
sport england equality programmes
awareness of the effect of discrimination
what ways overcoming discrimination have not been effective?
lack of coachs & role models from ethnic minorities
sport has a lower social status with certain religions
membership via invitation may exclude minorities
what are the advantages of integration?
increased awareness
better reflection of society
increased self eestem
breaking down stereotypes
what are the disadvantages of integration?
safety issues
bulling (lowers self eestem)
expensive ( specialist teachers)
expensive to adapt and modify and provide specialist facilities
