Meaning and Purpose of Physical Education
Subject : P.H.E Physical And Health Education
Topic : Meaning and Purpose of Physical Education
Class : J.S.S.1
Term : FIRST TERM
Week : WEEK 1
Instructional Materials :
- Wall charts
- Pictures
- Related Online Video
- Flash Cards
Methods of Teaching :
- Class Discussion
- Group Discussion
- Asking Questions
- Explanation
- Role Modelling
- Role Delegation
Reference Materials :
- Scheme of Work
- Online Information
- Textbooks
- Workbooks
- 9 Year Basic Education Curriculum
- Workbooks
Previous Knowledge :
The pupils have previous knowledge of the previous topics
Behavioural Objectives : At the end of the lesson, the pupils should be able to
- say the meaning Physical Education
- say the purpose Physical Education
Content :
Definition of Physical Education
Physical Education can be defined as an important part of general education which helps to develop the body. It is an education that we acquire through the body. In other words, it is the process of educating the body through carefully selected, well planned and programmed physical activities. It is an all round development.
The Purposes/Aims/Objectives of Physical Education
- To develop physical fitness
- To develop the habit of sportsmanship.
- To develop skills.
- Physical education serves as a career.
- To eliminate boredom and reduce tension
- To provide fun and enjoyment.
- To interchange our day-to-day activities.
- To develop both mental and social ability.
- To develop emotional stability
- To create room for leisure time.
Physical education is the education that is concerned with the physical development of a person but it does not develop the body alone.It also develops other areas of human life. Physical education is a lifelong education i.e. it starts from conception till death. It is all-embracing (for old and young) because good health is essential to all.
Areas that are Developed by Physical Education are:
- The Physical Aspect: Which is the development of the muscles of the legs, arms, abdomen, and organic vigour which is otherwise called physical fitness?
- The metal Aspect: which is otherwise called intellectual development through physical activities
- The Social Aspect: Which is developed through group activities and relationship among others where behaviours that are acceptable in the society are cultivated.
- The Emotional Aspect: Which is the state of the mind and reaction to situations and change around.
Presentation
The topic is presented step by step
Step 1:
The class teacher revises the previous topics
Step 2.
He introduces the new topic
Step 3:
The class teacher allows the pupils to give their own examples and he corrects them when the needs arise
Evaluation :
- What is Physical Education?
- Mention five (5) purpose of Physical Education
Conclusion :
The class teacher wraps up or conclude the lesson by giving out short note to summarize the topic that he or she has just taught.
The class teacher also goes round to make sure that the notes are well copied or well written by the pupils.
He or she does the necessary corrections when and where the needs arise.
WEEKEND ASSIGNMENT
- Physical Education develops one of the following areas except Physical aspect B. Mental aspect C. Spiritual aspect D. Emotional aspect
- Physical Education is an education that use acquire through the _________ long life B. enjoyment C. sleeping D. body
- The aspect of physical education that develops muscles of the legs, arms and abdomen is called __________ emotional aspect B. physical aspect C. mental aspect D. social aspect
- An area of physical education that is concerned with intellectual development is called ______ spiritual aspect B. physical aspect C. emotional aspect D. mental aspect
- The following are purpose/objectives of physical education except __________ to develop skills B. to provide fun and enjoyment C. to develop violence D. to create room for leisure time
THEORY
- List four aspects that are developed by physical education
- Explain in details the four aspects that are developed by physical education
