A Dozen Reasons for Including Conceptual Physical Education in Quality Secondary School Programs
Charles B. Corbin, Pamela Hodges Kulinna, Benjamin A. Sibley
Abstract
As outlined in this article, conceptual physical education (CPE) uses a text and classroom sessions to teach healthy lifestyle concepts and principles as well as self-management skills that promote lifelong fitness and active living. CPE programs are meant to be an important part of quality physical education (PE) programs. A dozen reasons are provided to help physical educators gain the support of all stakeholders including students, parents, administrators, board members, and members of the community.
Topics & Concepts
DozenPhysical educationPsychologyMedical educationConceptual frameworkQuality (philosophy)PedagogyLifelong learningSociologyMedicineMathematicsEpistemologyPhilosophySocial scienceArithmeticPhysical Education and PedagogyMotivation and Self-Concept in SportsChildren's Physical and Motor Development