0) INTRODUCTION
The Physical Education area in the primary education stage faces a series of challenges that imply, among others, the adoption of an active and healthy lifestyle, knowledge of one's own corporality, gender equality in society, adherence to physical activity as a life project, the approach to cultural manifestations of a motor nature, the integration of responsible attitudes with the environment or the development of decision-making processes that intervene in the resolution of motor situations.
For all these reasons, this area contributes to building a true competence that goes far beyond the motor, reporting innumerable benefits in neurocognitive development. The social development of the student is encouraged by offering scenarios for personal acceptance and the resolution of conflicts between equals and paths are opened to develop the emotional intelligence of the student body, being for all this, an area of capital importance for the integral development of the student body.
These tools should be used to lay the foundations that allow students to consolidate habits in the compulsory secondary education stage to later perpetuate them.
The Physical Education area aims to give continuity to the learning acquired through the areas of Communication and Representation of Reality and Growth in Harmony in the early childhood education stage. In addition, the training that the students acquire has its continuity in the Physical Education subject that they will receive in compulsory secondary education, providing a sequenced and progressive learning throughout the different educational stages.
I) RELATIONSHIP WITH THE STAGE OBJECTIVES
The Physical Education area allows students to develop the necessary skills to achieve the objectives of the primary education stage, in the following terms:
Through respect and tolerance in the development of motor practices, through the constructive resolution of possible conflicts that may arise in collective motor situations or showing attitudes contrary to violence in the habitual practices of the area, it contributes to the students knowing the rules of coexistence and learn to act in accordance with them, as well as the knowledge and appreciation of the values that allow you to respect others and their rights.
It also contributes to the development of individual and, especially, team work habits, as well as the promotion of habits of effort and discipline, thanks to the practice of exercises and physical activities, highlighting the importance of perseverance when facing mistakes. as learning opportunities, as well as anxiety management.
Likewise, the work on content related to emotional management, social skills and fair play allows students to acquire skills for the peaceful resolution of conflicts and the prevention of violence in the field of the subject itself, extrapolated to the school environment. , family and social.
In addition, through the treatment of mental and social health contents, through the development of positive relationships in functional contexts of physical and sports practice, especially those linked to artistic-expressive culture and sport as a cultural manifestation, students will be able to understand and respect different cultures, the differences between people, equal rights and opportunities for men and women, and will generate rejection behaviors in situations of discrimination.
This area also contributes to the appropriate and functional use of the Spanish language and the development of reading habits. The search for information through different media, the reading, analysis and interpretation of texts related to the area and the realization of works, together with the use of oral and/or written language to present them and express ideas and arguments, will help their achievement.
Likewise, the learning of terms related to foreign languages and their use in contexts of motor practice or in more theoretical situations, will contribute to the acquisition by students of basic communicative competence in foreign languages.
On the other hand, carrying out estimates and elementary calculation or geometry operations, mainly linked to the organization and management of physical activity and interaction with the environment, contributes to the development of basic mathematical skills.
Carrying out physical activity in the natural environment and taking care of the body and putting into practice a healthy lifestyle will allow students to learn fundamental aspects of Natural Sciences. In the same way, the development of contents related to the cultural identity of the sport or its history, as well as the work in the practice of rhythmic activities and expressive, it will help students to also know aspects related to Social Sciences, Geography, History and Culture.
In addition, from this area, the development of basic technological skills and the promotion of a critical spirit in their use will be sought in students, thanks to the use of digital tools as a support resource and as a means of communication and obtaining information.
From the area, content related to the recognition and implementation of different artistic-expressive manifestations will be worked on, which will allow students to start building visual and audiovisual proposals.
In the same way, and in a way, from this area, situations and motor activities are presented to the students that will lead them to value hygiene and health, to accept their own body and that of others, to respect differences and use education. fitness, sports and nutrition as means to promote their personal and social development.
In the same way, the protection of the immediate environment and of the animals and plants that live in it will help students adopt behaviors that favor empathy and care.
Finally, from the Physical Education area, by interacting with the environment, content related to road education for pedestrians will be developed, which will allow the generation of autonomous, safe and healthy active mobility habits, promoting respectful attitudes that will affect the prevention of accidents. traffic accidents.
By Jorge García Gómez (PE teacher since 1999 in Public Schools.Spain)
Wednesday, 23 November 2022
PE in the primary education
Tuesday, 22 November 2022
Physical Activity
Any type of physical activity usually responds to the intrinsic motivations of those who practice it, in addition to promoting interpersonal relationships, amongst others.
Sedentary brings the risk of illnesses, such as obesity, hypertension, high cholesterol and unhealthy habits, such as alcohol and tobacco consumption, which can all lead to heart attacks and strokes. We must remember that a lot of people dies due to sedentary lifestyle.
We can say that a healthy lifestyle is everyone´s desire and that´s the way we want to live and phsyical activity can help us to achieve this. Regular physical activity promotes good feelings, increases body temperature which reduces muscle tension, and promotes relaxation, regulates biorhthms, and improves sleep, has antidepressant and tranquilising effects, brings feelings of wellbeing, eliminates stress, and helps to gain increased autonomy and self-confidence.
There are many activities that we can practise in the natural environment such as rock climbing, rappelling, hayaking or paragliding, amongst many others.
Physical exercise promotes health, and must therefore be integrated into the scheme of life, mor as a habit, without becoming a sacrifice or obligation, but rather lead to an entertanining and more rewarding experience.
Gymnastics.- its a form of physical exercise characterised by activities and systematic exercises which pursue specific therapeutic, educational and competitive purpose.
Sports.- it is any physical activity that has a competitive purpose and is subject to fixed rules. Different outdoor recreational activities such as mountain climbing and diving are also included in this category.
Physical Education.- it is the discipline that deals with the teaching and learning of the different fields of physical activity. Its purpose is to promote the development of the body and spread the benefits derived from its practice.
Physical exercise and health
The human body is designed to move and a sedentary life usually leads to diseases and even premature death.
There are many health benefits in performing regular physical activity and its impact can be seen at many levels:
- Cardiac.- reduces the risk of coronary heart disease, because it increases the size of the heart and reduces heart rate so that the organ gets less tired.
- Vascular.- the number of red blood cells, leukocytes and lymphocytes, increases and improves blood circulation and elasticity of the arteries.
- Respiratory: increases lung capacity and decreases the number of breaths per minute.
- Muscular: muscles gain strength and endurance, increase in size and elasticity and improve motor coordination.
- When we perform physical exercises, our bodies release endorphins, substances responsible for the sensation of pleasure and well-being achieved after the activity.
- Bone: increases bone density, vascularization and bone mineral retention.
- Articular: strengthens the elements constituting the joints, that is, cartilage, ligaments...
- Metabolic: increases the level of good cholesterol and lowers that of bad cholesterol, maintains glucose at adequate levels and facilitates the removal of toxins.
- Mental: brings a sense of general well-being, improves mood and emotions and increaes self-image, reduces anxity and stress, helps to fight depression and reduces the risk ot its appearance.
- Other benefits: in addition to he above, physical exercise reduces the risk of some cancers and diabetes, helps to control obesity and excess weight, increases stamina to perform physical tasks...
Wednesday, 22 October 2014
Abraham Lincoln's letter to his son's teacher
Abraham Lincoln's letter to his son's teacher:
http://youtu.be/QOdhnL8AM28
Respected Teacher,
My son will have to learn I know that all men are not just, all men are not true. But teach him also that for ever scoundrel there is a hero; that for every selfish politician, there is a dedicated leader. Teach him that for every enemy there is a friend.
It will take time, I know; but teach him, if you can, that a dollar earned is far more valuable than five found.
Teach him to learn to lose and also to enjoy winning.
Steer him away from envy, if you can.
Teach him the secret of quite laughter. Let him learn early that the bullies are the easiest to tick.
Teach him, if you can, the wonder of books.. but also give him quiet time to ponder over the eternal mystery of birds in the sky, bees in the sun, and flowers on a green hill –side.
In school teach him it is far more honourable to fail than to cheat.
Teach him to have faith in his own ideas, even if every one tells him they are wrong.
Teach him to be gentle with gentle people and tough with the tough.
Try to give my son the strength not to follow the crowd when every one is getting on the bandwagon.
Teach him to listen to all men but teach him also to filter all he hears on a screen of truth and take only the good that comes through.
Teach him, if you can, how to laugh when he is sad. Teach him there is no shame in tears. Teach him to scoff at cynics and to beware of too much sweetness.
Teach him to sell his brawn and brain to the highest bidders; but never to put a price tag on his heart and soul.
Teach him to close his ears to a howling mob… and to stand and fight if he thinks he’s right.
Treat him gently; but do not cuddle him because only the test of fire makes fine steel.
Let him have the courage to be impatient, let him have the patience to be brave. Teach him always to have sublime faith in himself because then he will always have sublime faith in mankind.
This is a big order; but see what you can do. He is such a fine little fellow, my son.
Tuesday, 7 October 2014
The pupil
Every day I see you when I explain the exercises and different games...
Big smile
Shiny eyes...
I know your family situation...
I know that you have problems...
But...
When you are at school...
You are the best...
Professional student...
Excellent person...
An example for all...
You are the best teacher!
With problems in your house,
Always smiling...
Children, the best teachers!