Concepts of physical activity and sport

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Emma Moogan

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What is physical recreation
Leisure, fun, enjoyable, non-serious, energetic, choice/ voluntary, 'participation level', flexible in nature, self-officiated
What are the functions of physical recreation for an individual 
Increased health and fitness and helps develop physical skills. Provides an individual with a challenge, increase confidence, self-esteem, stress relief, social skills and fun
What are the functions of physical recreation for society
Reduce strain on the NHS, lowers obesity rates, increase social intergration and community cohesion, increased employement and can reduce crime rates
What are the characteristics of sport
Serious, competative, prowess (high skill level), organised (rules), rewards (available to gain rewards), time and space restrictions (when and where).
What are the characteristics of physical education (PE)
Compulsory, formally taught lessons by a teacher, part of the National Curriculum (ages 5-16), pre-planned and in school time
What are the aims of physical education (PE)
Mental skills, physical skills, social skills, active leisure, leadership, health and fitness and self-esteem
What is Outdoor Education  
Activities which take place in the natural environment and utalise nature e.g. mountains
What are the benefits/ functions of Outdoor Education
Awarness and saftey of percieved risks, Teammwork, Social/ communication skills, Leadership skills, Self-discovery + esteem and knowledge/ respect of the natural environment
What are the issues with outdoor education
Lack of time, money, lack of qualifies staff who are motivated
What is the triangular model of P.E.
P.E. should involve different aspects: Education (PE), School sport (extra-curricular competitions), Recreation (non-competative participation)
What is school sport
Extra-curricular competitive sport
What are the characteristics of school sport
Extra-curricular time, choice, competative, intoduced by School Sport Partnerships and School Games