Government Use Of Sport Flashcards
Government uses of sport
As a means of social control (teach people to abide by rules)
As a mechanism of socialisation (learn about norms and values of society - sportsmanship, equality, fair play)
As a form of national identity
Promotion of societal and cultural values (respect for authority, conforming to rules, importance of competition)
Norms and values that sport teaches us
Sportsmanship Fair play Equality Moral integrity Teamwork Respect for authority Acceptance of others
Other government uses of sport
Health promotion
Economic purposes
Social integration
Promotion of national pride
How government uses sport for health promotion
Is sport to promote healthy lifestyle
Schemes such as
Department of health - half childhood obesity by 2030
Department of education- PE programmes
How government uses sport for economic benefits
Hosting world class events = tourism = creates jobs Bringing in sponsorship Fitter nation= less money spent on NHS
How government uses sport for social integration
Can bring people together -unite communities
Can break down social barriers
