Principles of Teaching and Coaching (w3)

The stated aims of the NCPE are...

• Develop competence to excel in a broad range of physical activities

• Are physically active for sustained periods of time

• Engage in competitive sports and activities

• Lead healthy, active lives

Which focus of the NCPE is the current 'gold standard'?

• Health

• Sport Skills/Performance

True or False

The health of young people is a global concern

• True

• False

Which are the key components of health?

• Physical

• Emotional

• Intellectual

• Social

• Spiritual

Why des the rationale for PE to promote healthy, active lifestyles seem obvious?

• The only physical subject

• For many young people, PE may be the only time they experience organised sport/PA

• The PE workforce can be role models/champions

• PE is not a serious subject

Yes, no, maybe?

PE teachers have the knowledge and understanding required to promote health effectively

• Yes - All teachers possess the necessary knowledge/understanding

• No - All teachers do not possess the necessary knowledge/understanding

• Maybe - Many teachers have confused/limited understanding of health

What type of subject is PE?

True or False

PE, as a subject, is as respected as Math, English, and Science

• True

• False

Which activities are commonly used to 'teach' healthy, active lifestyles

• Bleep Test

• Yoga

• Circuit Training

• Fitness-for-life

True or False

The use of fitness testing is controversial

• True

• False