GCSE PE (AQA) Socio-Cultural Influences

Social Group

People who interact with one another, share similar characteristics, and have a sense of unity/togetherness.

Engagement patterns

Trends/tendencies in involvement.

Stereotype

Widely held but fixed and oversimplified idea of a particular type of person.

Barrier to participation

An obstacle that prevents a group within society from participating in sport or physical activity and therefore reduces overall levels of participation.

Ethnic Group

A community made up of people who share a common cultural background.

Socio-Economic Group

A group's place within society; depends on a number of factors, including occupation, education, income, wealth and where they live.

Post-school drop out

The reduction in participation levels in young adults after they leave full-time education.

Role Model

A person looked up to by others as an example to be copied.

Peer Group

A group of people of approximately the same age, status and interests.

Disability

A physical or mental condition that limits a person's movements, senses or activities.

Integration

Involving the full participation of all people in community life, but usually referring to disabled people.

Adapted Sports

Competitive sports for individuals with disabilities. While they often parallel existing sports played by able-bodied athletes, there may be some modifications in the equipment and rules to meet the needs of the participants.

Discrimination

The unjust or prejudicial treatment of different groups of people, especially on the grounds of race, age or sex.

Prejudice

Preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience.

Leisure Time

The time we have when we are not working, taking care of ourselves or completing our family and home duties. it has increased as a result of shorter working careers and increased life expectancy.

Disposable income

Income available to be spent or saved as one wishes.

Inclusive

Including everybody.