key characteristics of physical education

Question 1

when was the national curriculum for physical education introduced?

Answer 1

following the 1988 education reform act

Question 2

what are the characteristics of pe?

Answer 2

1) compulsory
2) involves formally taught lessons
3) 4 key stages as part of the national curriculum from ages 5-16
4) begins at primary school ‘foundation level’
5) teachers are in charge & deliver lessons
6) lessons are pre-planned & highly structured
7) during school time

Question 3

what are the aims of pe?

Answer 3

1) development of health and fitness
2) forming positive attitudes towards healthy & active lifestyles

Question 4

how does physical education help an individual?

Answer 4

helps develop personal and social skills

Question 5

what does pe aim to help develop?

Answer 5

positive sporting ethics such as morality/fair play/sportsmanship

Question 6

how can pe help cognitive development?

Answer 6

improve problem solving/decision making/creativity
helps students recognise strengths and weaknesses in performance & where improvements occurred

Question 7

what is the ultimate goal of pe?

Answer 7

to encourage life long participation and create sporting habits for life after students finish compulsory education

Question 8

how does outdoor education help young people?

Answer 8

1) helps them appreciate natural environment
2) increases conservation
3) developing new physical and survival skills
4) increased levels of health and fitness due to physically challenging activities
5) learning how to get excited about outdoor activities
6) increased cognitive skills & decision making

Question 9

what are problems faced by schools offering outdoor education?

Answer 9

1) lack of time
2) lack of money
3) lack of qualified or motivated staff

Question 10

what is the triangular model of pe?

Answer 10

1) education (national curriculum pe)
2) school sport (inter-house competitions etc)
3) recreation (extra-curricular activities)