Definitions, Goals, Objectives, and Functions of P.E.

Physical Education

_______________ in Philippine schools has experienced many vicissitudes and significant changes over time. Historically, Physical Education was viewed primarily as the education of the physical body, where a muscular physique was considered the hallmark of a physically educated individual. Activities during this era were termed "drill,""physical training," and "calisthenics," focusing on muscle strengthening.

Benefits Of Movement In Education by Wunderlich (1967)

1. It provides sensory data.

2. It broadens the perspective horizon.

3. It stimulates the function and structure of all bodily organs.

4. It enables individuals to learn about themselves in relation to their surrounding environment.

Physical Education by Andin (2022)

is a vital component of the educational program, aimed at fostering the optimal development of individuals physically, socially, emotionally, and mentally through engaging in well chosen physical activities. It focuses on the teaching and learning of skills and attitudes through play activities.

This aspect of education can be aptly described as education through physical exertion.

Legal Bases for Teaching Physical Education in the Philippines (Years)

1901

1920

1937

1969

1982

1987

1901

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

1920

Physical Education subject became mandatory in all public schools.

1937

Physical Education became a formal subject in secondary school curricula.

1969

The School of Physical Education and Sports Development Act of ____. A program of activities included among others:

a. A program of health education and nutrition;

b. A program of physical fitness for all pupils;

c. A program of competitive athletics;

d. A program of intramurals and inter-unit athletic completion within schools, districts, and provinces.

e. An annual athletic competition within and among regions.

1982

MAPE was introduced, and the learning area involves music, arts, and physical education. (Foundation of Physical Education by Carmen Andin)

ARTICLE 1 OF THE INTERNATIONAL CHARTER OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORTS, UNESCO, PARIS (7975) AND RECOMMENDATION 1, INTERDISCIPLINARY REGIONAL MEETING OF EXPERTS IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORTS, UNESCO, BRISBANE (1982).

Every human being has a fundamental right of access to physical education and sport, which are essential for the full development of his personality. The freedom to develop physical, intellectual, and moral powers through physical education and sport must be guaranteed both within the educational system and in other aspects of social life.

ARTICLE XIV SECTION 19 (1)6 (2) OF THE 1987 PHILIPPINE CONSTITUTION

1. The state shall promote physical education and encourage sports programs, league competitions, and amateur sports, including training for international competitions, to foster self discipline, teamwork, and excellence for the development of a healthy and alert citizenry.

2. All educational institutions shall undertake regular sport activities throughout the country in cooperation with athlete clubs and other sectors.