HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT

What is Physical Education?

• Reading books in school

• Learning about and practicing physical activities to improve health

• Watching TV and relaxing

• Teaching math and science

Which of these is a career NOT DIRECTLY related to Physical Education?

• Doctor

• Fitness trainer

• Police officer

• Teacher

Why was physical activity important for early humans?

• To find food and stay safe from danger

• To play games with their families

• To go to school every day

• To read books

What do scholarly journals do for Physical Education?

• Teach students how to play sports

• Share research and ideas about improving health and sports

• Give instructions for video games

• Help build gyms

What is the main difference between Physical Education and Physical Activity?

• Physical Education is learning, and Physical Activity is doing.

• Both are the same thing.

• Physical Education is only for children, and Physical Activity is for adults.

• Physical Activity is taught in school.

What is an example of formal education?

• Learning how to play football with friends

• Attending a sports training camp with a coach

• Watching videos about basketball

• Playing a game in the park

What is a long-term goal of Physical Education?

• To win every sports game

• To stay healthy and active for life

• To watch sports on TV

• To teach math in school

How has education helped Physical Education?

• By creating books about exercise and sports

• By teaching skills to play sports

• By teaching students how to use their bodies to stay healthy

• All of the above

Which area of research is important for Physical Education?

• Nutrition and exercise science

• History of ancient cities

• Writing stories about sports

• Making sports video games

What is recreation?

• Playing competitive sports like football

• Relaxing and having fun with activities

• Watching others play sports

• Studying for exams