Questions and Answers
In what year was physical education made a required subject in the curriculum of all public schools?
The School of Physical Education and Sports Development Act of 1969 included a program for health education.
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What was introduced in the Philippine education system in 1982 that involves music, arts, and physical education?
MAPE
Article XIV Section 19 of the 1987 Philippine Constitution mandates that the state promote physical education and encourage _____ programs.
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Match the year with its corresponding event related to physical education in the Philippines:
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What does the International Charter of Physical Education and Sports state about the practice of physical education?
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Competitions among schools and regions are part of the program included in the 1969 Physical Education Act.
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What are the two main components of MAPE introduced in 1982?
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Study Notes
Legal Bases of Teaching Physical Education in the Philippines
- 1901: Introduction of physical exercise in public schools alongside the establishment of a regular athletics program.
- 1920: Physical Education mandated as a required subject in the curriculum for all public schools.
- 1937: Recognition of Physical Education as a curricular subject specifically in the secondary school curriculum.
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1969: Enactment of the School of Physical Education and Sports Development Act, which established various programs:
- Health education and nutrition.
- Physical fitness initiatives for all students.
- Competitive athletics programs.
- Annual intramurals and inter-unit athletic competitions at local and regional levels.
- 1982: Introduction of MAPE (Music, Arts, and Physical Education) as part of the learning areas in schools.
International Charters and Mandates
- 1975 UNESCO Charter: Article 1 asserts that practicing Physical Education and Sports constitutes a fundamental right, equating it with other basic rights like food and shelter.
- 1987 Philippine Constitution: Article XIV Section 19 emphasizes state responsibility to promote physical education and support sports programs, which contribute to self-discipline, teamwork, and community health.
- Educational institutions are required to engage in regular sports activities in partnership with athletic clubs and other sectors to enhance community involvement.
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This quiz explores the legal frameworks that have shaped physical education in the Philippines. From the introduction of physical exercise in 1901 to its mandatory status in public school curricula, discover the evolution and significance of PE within the educational system.
