Physical and Outdoor Education Flashcards
Define Physical Education
It can be described as ‘learning about and through physical activity’; a more formal definition is the ‘learning of physical, personal, preparatory and qualitative values through formal physical activity in schools’.
List the characteristics of Physical Education
National Curriculum, Specialist staff, Key benefits, Schoolchildren/young people, Variety of practical activities and theoretical elements, Opportunities for GCSE, AS/A Level, BTEC etc.
Describe the key concepts that underpin PE
Competence - body and mind skilfulness
Performance - applying competence
Creativity - problem solving, tactics
Healthy Active Lifestyles - physical activity for health
Analyse the PERSONAL benefits of PE
Develop personal or social skills. Enjoyment, confidence, leadership, teamwork, responsibility, emotional control, decision making, problem solving, sportsmanship, respect for others
Analyse the PHYSICAL benefits of PE
Develop motor skills and health. Physique, fitness components e.g. agility, knowledge of sporting activities, coaching, leadership, officiating
Analyse the PREPARATORY benefits of PE
These prepare you for healthy balanced lifestyles, a career in sport or lifetime sports and activities. Preparation for leisure e.g. joining a club
Analyse the QUALITATIVE benefits of PE
These develop and improve the quality of life. Experiencing excellence, mental well-being, opportunity for being creative, aesthetic awareness.
Define Outdoor Education
Can be defined as ‘ learning in and about the outdoors’ and is part of structured school Physical Education in which positive, useful benefits are formally sought and taught.
How is Outdoor Education different to Physical Education
The factors that set it apart are the elements of risk and unpredictability. It’s setting, being in the natural or semi-natural environment.
Define REAL risk
This can be dangerous or even fatal. This is avoided at all costs be careful preparation and use of appropriate kit and equipment. Sometimes it is sought by committed experts seeking great challenges (not as part of outdoor education)
Define PERCEIVED risk
This is completely safe. This is imagined risk sought by teachers and leaders to give learners a sense of adventure and challenge.
What are the benefits of Outdoor Education
As part of physical education the potential benefits are the same.
Physical, Personal, Preparatory and Qualitative.
Describe the possible constraints on widespread participation in outdoor education by young people.
Funding for transport, specialist equipment etc
Specialist training for teachers is required
Staff ratios required
Unable to give the required time due to the demands in the curriculum, releasing pupils, exams etc
Concerns over health and safety
Location - facilities may be too far away
