Aim 1

This module aims to provide a foundation of core knowledge into the role of sport in society and assists students developing an understanding of contemporary challenges in teaching school physical education and the basic knowledge for effective teaching of physical education. The module also provides the opportunity for a closer look at the roots and subsequent development of modern sport from a sociological and pedagogical perspective. Produces an overview of the historical and contemporary relationship between, physical activity, physical exercise, physical recreation, leisure, and sport that is necessary for informed professional practice in physical education and sports science. The module encourages the inquiries on the development of sport and physical education from pre-industrial society to contemporary society by looking at the social influences that shaped modern society. During the module students will begin to develop an underpinning knowledge base enabling them to develop an understanding of the complex nature of children and adolescents' learning in physical education and reflect on how physical education contributes to children's and adolescents' broader learning whilst also acting as the foundation for current and lifelong engagement in different forms of physical activity.