Concepts of Physical Activity :) Flashcards
sporting development continuum
foundation level- intro at primary school pe
participation level- emphasis on fun and socialising
performance level- emphasis on winning + commitment
characteristics - physical recreation
active aspect of leisure
- fun
- participation focus
- not competitive
- voluntary participation
- available to all
- flexible in nature
- self-officiated
- basic equipment and clothes used
- intrinsic rewards
- limited effort/commitment required
functions - physical recreation
- increases health and fitness
- stress relief
- socialise
- stress reliever
- decreasing strain on nhs
- decreased crime
- economic benefits (more jobs)
characteristics - sport
focus on winning
- competitive
- selective participation
- high effort + commitment levels
- set rules
- specialist equipment/kit
- officials
- strategies and tactic
- extrinsic rewards
- high skill level
functions of sport
- improve health and fitness levels
- develop sporting morals
- increased confidence
- less strain on nhs
- employment opportunities
- socialise
- communication and teamwork skills
characteristics - physical education
1988 education reform act
- compulsory
- formally taught
- national curriculum
- teacher in charge
- primary school (foundation level)
- lessons structured
- during school time
- wide variety of activities
functions - physical education
- positive attitudes towards sport formed - variety of sports
- physical, social, mental skills improved
- health and fitness improved
- self esteem and confidence
- leadership
- decision making and problem solving developed
characteristics - outdoor education
activities taking place in natural environment
- overcoming fears such as heights
- facing challenges
- adrenaline rush
functions - outdoor education
- awareness and perceived risk developed
- encouraging engaging with natural environment
- increased co-operation
- improved decision making
- knowledge and respect for natural habitat improved
- social and communications improved
perceived risk
a challenge that stimulates a sense of danger and adventure for beginners or inexperienced performers in a safe environment, with danger minimised vie stringent safety measures
characteristics - school sport
extra-curricular sport
- voluntary
- competitive
- coaches involved
- specialisms developed
- selective (elitist)
- school sport partnerships
- school games
school sport partnerships
creation of increased opportunities for school sport via junior/primary schools working together with secondary schools and further education providers
school games
initiative to increase participation in school sport from in school right through to national level
functions - school sport
- increased health and fitness
- improved self esteem
- forming new friendships
- improved cognitive skills
- improved academic performance as attending school
advantages of school sport
+allows ethos of pe to dominate
+educational focus is kept within school sport provision
+allows individual choice for teachers and pupils
+schools an cater for those interested in competitive sports
+help kids develop and improve their talents
+quite easy to access and cheaper than external club
