Rationale for teaching PDHPE in Primary schools
Transcript of Rationale for teaching PDHPE in Primary schools
P E R S O N A L D E V E L O P M E N T , H E A LT H A N D P H Y S I C A L E D U C A T I O N
RATIONALE FOR TEACHING PDHPE IN PRIMARY SCHOOLS
PDHPE is concerned with teaching students the knowledge and understanding, skills, values and attitudes that will enable them to
lead healthy and fulfilling lives.
Created by
Gabrielle Hughes
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101576Primary PDHPE1st Half (2012)
IMPORTANCE OF PDHPE:
• Understanding of self and others
• Personal health choices
• Living and learning in a safe environment
• The adoption of an active lifestyle
WHAT ARE THE SYLLABUS OUTCOMES?
WHAT ARE THE SYLLABUS OUTCOMES?
Subject Matter:
Active Lifestyle
Dance
Games and Sports
Growth and Development
Gymnastics
Interpersonal Relationships
Personal Health Choices
Safe Living
Skills:
Communicating
Decision Making
Interacting
Moving
Problem Solving
WHY IS TEACHING PDHPE BENEFICIAL?
When individuals are well informed on
health issues and have a sense of control
about the decisions they make, they are
more likely to experience positive
relationships, improved quality of life and
less illness.