Republic of the Philippines

NUEVA VIZCAYA STATE UNIVERSITY

Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya
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IM NO.: IM-PATHF 1-1STSEM-2026-2027

College: Teacher Education

Campus :Bayombong

DEGREE PROGRAM All Programs COURSE NO. PATHF 1

SPECIALIZATION Mandated Subject COURSE TITLE Physical Activities Towards Health & Fitness 1
YEAR LEVEL 1 TIME FRAME 4 Hrs. WK 2&3 IM NO. 1
NO.

I. UNIT TITLE/CHAPTER TITLE

INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL EDUCATION

II. LESSON TITLE

Lesson 1: Legal Bases, Definition, Goals, Functions, and Objectives of Physical Education

III. LESSON OVERVIEW

This lesson introduces to students the legal bases, definition, goals, functions, and objectives of PE that will serve
as foundation of the course. Students will be guided on the importance of PE in their specialization, ways on how to
attain goals, functions and its objectives. They will be able to realize the importance of physical education in their lives
through engaging in properly selected physical activities.

IV. DESIRED LEARNING OUTCOMES

At the end of the lesson, the students should be able to:
1. discuss the legal bases and definition of PE; and
2. differentiate the goals, functions, and objectives of PE.

V. LESSON CONTENT
INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Legal Bases

In accordance with the pertinent provisions of Republic Act (RA) No. 7722, otherwise known as the “Higher
Education Act of 1994”, and by virtue of the Commission en banc Resolution No. 1972011 dated August 8, 2011 vesting
the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) the power to set minimum standards for programs and institutions of
higher learning and for the purpose of rationalizing physical education in the country with the end in view of keeping
pace with the demand of global competitiveness; and, pursuant to Article XIV, Section 19 of the Philippine Constitution
which mandates that;

“The state shall promote physical education and encourage sports programs, league competitions and amateur
sports, including training for international competitions to foster self- discipline, teamwork and excellence for the
development of a healthy and alert citizenry. All educational institutions shall undertake regular sports activities
throughout the country in cooperation with athletic clubs and other sectors.”

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And that the following policies, standards and guidelines are hereby adopted and promulgated by the
Commission:

Article I, sec. 1. Rationale and background

Physical education as an academic discipline and as a profession plays an important role in human development
and continue to expand as a fast rate. By their very nature, physical education and sports are about participation,
inclusion and a sense of belonging, they bring individuals and communities together, highlighting commonalities and
bridging cultural and ethnic divides. Physical education and sports provide an opportunity to learn skills, discipline,
confidence and leadership and they convey core principles that are important in a democracy, such as tolerance,
cooperation and respect. It teaches the fundamental value of effort and how to manage essential steps in life such as
victory or defeat. For the individual, sports enhance one’s personal abilities, general health and self-knowledge. On the
national level, physical education and sports contribute to economic and social growth, improve public health, and bring
different communities together. On the global level, if used consistently, physical education and sports can have a long-
lasting positive impact on development, public health, peace and the environment.

Physical education is a life- long process. Every college student must continue his/her participation in a
developmental program of physical activities that are healthful, intellectually invigorating, morally uplifting, socially
significant, culturally enhancing and environmentally oriented.

Physical Education as an academic discipline is directed towards understanding people, with particular reference
on the ability to move, the ways on how to utilize this ability, and the ways to which this ability is related to other aspects
of functioning as a whole person. Thus, movement as a dynamic function of man is the area of central concern that gives
physical education its unique identity as an academic discipline.

The general objectives of Physical Education are as follows:

1. To develop the movement potentials of each individual to an optimum level.

2. To develop a basic understanding and appreciation of human movement.
3. To develop and maintain the optimal physical fitness and functionality of the individual.
4. To develop skills, knowledge and attitudes basic to voluntary participation in satisfying, enjoyable
physical activity experience.
5. To develop personally rewarding and socially acceptable behaviors through participation in varied
movement activities for a lifetime.

In the 1971 Physical Education Public Information (PEPI) project of the American Association for
Health, Physical Education, policy makers and funding agencies about the goals and values of
Physical Education, PEPI defined a “physically educated “person as possessing knowledge and skill concerning
his or her body and how it functions. The significance of the contribution of physical education in the lives of students
both youths and adults are highlighted as follows:

 Physical Education is insurance.

 Physical Education contributes to academic achievement
 Physical Education provides skills and experiences that can last a lifetime.

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 Physical Education helps in developing a positive self- image and ability to compete and
cooperate with others.

In addition, Article 1 of the International Charter of Physical Education and Sports, UNESCO, Paris, 1978 and
Recommendation 1, Interdisciplinary Regional Meeting of Experts on Physical Education, UNESCO, Brisbane,
Australia, 1982, states that:
“The practice of Physical Education and Sports is a fundamental right for all.”
“And this right should not be treated as different in principle from the right to adequate food, shelter and medical
care.”

In modern parlance, Physical Education is education through “movement”. Wunderlich (1976) says of
movement:

 It provides sensory data.

 It broadens the perceptive horizon.
 It stimulates the function and structure of bodily organs.
 It is the means by which an individual learns about himself in relation to his ambient environment.

DEFINITION OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Physical Education is an integral part of the education program which aims to promote optimum development of
an individual physically, mentally, socially and emotionally in the performance of properly selected physical activities.

GOALS OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION

1. Major Goal of Physical Education – FITNESS is the ability to live a healthy, satisfying, and useful life.

2. Ultimate Goal of Physical Education – “GOOD LIFE” means that an individual satisfies his basic
needs as physical well-being, love, attention, security and self respect.

FUNCTIONS OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION

1. Biologic Functions - the enhancement of the individual's growth and development through body movements.

2. Integrative Functions - personality integration achieved through participation in properly selected physical
education activities.

3. Social Functions - the transmitting of values and standards that are considered consistent with the needs and
ideals of society.

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OBJECTIVES OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION

The following objectives of Physical Education are viewed and stated in terms of its contributions to the
outcomes of education which justify its existence in the curriculum.

1. Physical development - through the carefully selected physical education activities, an individual who
participates actively will develop and maintain good health and a high level of physical fitness. The acquisition of
physical skills can motivate an individual to participate further in physical activities; hence, his growth and development
will be enhanced.

2. Social Development - participation in the physical education activities provides opportunities for the
development of desirable social traits needed for adjustment to the social life in general. Some of the worthwhile traits
are: friendliness, cooperation, respect for the rights of others, good sportsmanship, good leadership and followership, and
honesty in group competition.

3. Emotional Development - the informal nature of physical education activities offers opportunities for self-
expression and emotional mastery. Examples of worthwhile emotional traits are: self-confidence, self-control, self-
reliance, courage and determination.

4. Mental Development - through participation in Physical Education activities, the individual develops his
mental capacities as he learns the mechanical principle underlying movement, as he requires knowledge and
understanding of rules and strategies of games and sports, and as he discovers ways of improving his movements in
gymnastics and dance.

Prepared by:

VALENTINA S. AGPUON

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