PRELIM Module 1: Introduction to Physical Education and Physical Fitness

Vocabulary flashcards covering key terms and concepts from the lecture notes.

Education through movement

A modern PE approach that uses movement-based activities to educate, aiming for holistic development beyond mere fitness.

Drill

A historical PE method focusing on repetitive routines to strengthen muscles and discipline the body.

Calisthenics

Bodyweight exercises designed to improve strength and endurance; part of the drill/physical training era.

Wunderlich (1967) benefits of movement

Movement in education provides sensory data, broadens horizon, stimulates body systems, and helps learners understand themselves in relation to their environment.

Learn to move, move to learn

The idea that mastering movement enables learning and acquiring knowledge through physical activity.

Holistic development

PE aims to develop physical, social, emotional, and mental aspects through well-chosen activities.

MAPE

Introduced in 1982; learning area that includes Music, Arts, and Physical Education.

1901 (Legal basis)

Physical exercise became part of public school subjects with regular athletic programs.

1920

Physical Education became mandatory in all public schools.

1937 (Legal basis)

Physical Education became a formal subject in secondary school curricula.

1969 Act (School of Physical Education and Sports Development Act)

Created a program of health education and nutrition; physical fitness; competitive athletics; intramurals; regional competitions.

1987 Constitution Article XIV (1-2)

Mandates promotion of physical education and sports, training for international competition, and regular nationwide sports activities in cooperation with athletic clubs.

Biological Function

One of PE’s main functions; promotes growth, healthy movement, motor skills, and physical health.

Integrative Function

Integrates personality traits through diverse activities; fosters self-discipline, resilience, teamwork, and critical thinking.

Social Function

Transmits values and standards; promotes cooperation, respect, inclusivity, leadership, and community.

Fitness

A state of overall well-being achieved through regular activity, proper nutrition, and rest; encompasses physical, mental, emotional, and social health.

Good Life (fitness context)

The ultimate educational goal of health and well-being, linked to secure relationships, integrity, and service to others.

Physical Development (PE Objective)

Activities contribute to health and physical fitness; improve cardiovascular health, strength, flexibility, and endurance.

Social Development (PE Objective)

PE activities cultivate desirable social traits and abilities for adapting to social life.

Emotional Development (PE Objective)

PE provides self-expression and emotional regulation; builds self-confidence, self-control, self-reliance, courage, and determination.

Mental Development (PE Objective)

Movement knowledge includes mechanics, rules, strategies, and improved critical thinking.

Knowledge (PE Objective)

Critical thinking about how activities are performed according to rules and strategies.

Motor Skills (PE Objective)

Learning basic movement skills needed to participate in sports and games.

Aesthetic (PE Objective)

Appreciation of beauty and pleasing movement in physical activity.

Nationalism (PE Objective)

Preserving cultural heritage by reviving traditional games, dances, and sports.

Conservation (PE Objective)

Protecting the natural environment, including forests and aquatic resources.

Organic Vigor

Soundness of heart and lungs that contributes to resistance to disease.

Endurance

Ability to sustain long contractions and continue tasks without undue fatigue.

Strength

Capacity to exert force against resistance; muscular power.

Power

Ability to release maximum force in the shortest possible time.

Flexibility

Range of movement and plasticity allowing diverse movements.

Agility

Ability to change direction quickly and efficiently in space.

Balance

Ability to maintain equilibrium and neuromuscular control.

Speed

Ability to perform successive similar movements in the shortest time.

Daily Tasks (fitness component)

Ability to perform everyday activities without fatigue and with energy for tasks.

Leisure Time

Time left for voluntary recreational activities after daily responsibilities.

Recreation

Voluntary activities during leisure that provide immediate satisfaction.

Emergency Demands

Ability to meet important errands and obligations or respond to urgent needs.