Why pdhpe is important

Why pdhpe is important

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  Why PDHPE isImportant::
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  Skills involved inPDHPE:MovingProblem SolvingInteractingCommunicatingDecision making
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  Benefits of PDHPE:Promoteshealthy and safe living across all areas of life - Being active, health choices , relationships, growth and development etc.Encourages teamwork and cooperation, as well as independent thinking.Develops general and fine motor skills through a wide range of physical activities and sports.
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  We need PDHPEbecause:Healthy lifestyles contribute to improved quality of life and positive relationshipsMaintaining physical, mental, social and spiritual wellbeingIt encourages an understanding and valuing of self and others, and develops effective and responsible action through informed decision makingIts aim is to help students develop the skills and knowledge they need to lead healthy, active and fulfilling lives
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  Growth and Developmentin PDHPE is where students learn about their own physical, social, emotional and cognitive development.Interpersonal Relationships help to develop an understanding of how relationships work and why they are important.Safe Living teaches students about how to live safely by being mindful of their environment and staying away from danger.
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  Good PDHPE teachingis important to help motivate children into physical activity which is essential in our modern sedentary society.
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  Beyond improving physicalfitness and motivation for fitness PDHPE is also about a holistic approach to health. This means that many areas of life are targeted.Reference:PDHPE K-6 Syllabus, pp.6-8