Development Of Phisical Education Flashcards
What type of PE was taught in state schools between 1899-1902
Swedish style gymnastics that aimed to be therapeutic
What does centralised mean
The government directs policy across a country to seek some uniformity
What replaced Swedish gymnastics in state schools?
Model course
What were the characteristics of the model course
Taught by NCO’s
Taught in a command obey style
Use of dummy weapons
Free standing static exercises
What were the problems with the model course?
NCO’s unpopular with teachers
Took no account of children’s needs
Lack of educational focus
Questionable as to weather it improved children’s health and fitness
What was the aim of the model course?
Instil discipline
Familiarise children with weapon handling
How many years did the model course last
2
What was the syllabuses between 1904 and 1933
Syllabuses of physical training
What were the aims of the syllabuses of physical training
It sought to stress the physical and educative effects of sporting activities.
What were the characteristics of the first syllabuses of physical training?
Taught by basic class teachers
Centralised
Followed prescriptive syllabuses
Taught in a similar way to the drill
What were the characteristics of the last syllabus of physical training?
Free movement/ Creativity/ Group work
Children encouraged to use imagination
Greater focus on the development of skills
Greater interaction between teachers and pupils
Specialist teachers trained in techniques of Rudolf Laban
What are the characteristics of moving and growing?
Exploratory work Decentralised
Problem solving Heuristic teaching style
Creativity Child centred
Skill based work
Other activities such as dance, movement and swimming
When was moving and growing introduced ?
1952
What was the aim of moving and growing?
To develop children in recognition of physical, social, mental and emotional needs.
