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Grade 12, University Preparation
A1. demonstrate an understanding of how the social and cultural significance of physical activity and sport has evolved historically, and analyse current social issues relating to physical activity and sport;
A2. demonstrate an understanding of the individual and social benefits of participation in physical activity and sport and the factors that enable and constrain participation.
A1. Social Change and Current Issues
THE ONTARIO CURRICULUM, GRADES 9–12 | Health and Physical Education
SPECIFIC EXPECTATIONS
By the end of this course, students will:
A1.1 describe how the role of physical activity and sport in society has evolved historically, with reference to key events and trends, changing views of the social role and value of physical activity and sport (e.g., physical activity as a requirement for meeting basic survival needs, sport as military training, athletic competition as an end in itself, emergence of health and physical education as part of the school curriculum, recognition of physical activity and/or sport as an essential founda- tion for personal lifelong fitness, recognition of physical literacy as an essential foundation for living a healthy active life), and the contributions of individuals, including prominent Canadians
Teacher prompt: “Physical activity and sport have been a part of human culture from very early times, but their role in society has varied considerably. Reasons for participating in sport, apart from just having fun, have included status and prestige (both for individuals and their societies), military training, the building of character and leadership skills in youth, and monetary reward. How has the role of sport in society changed over the
past century?”
Students: “Personal fitness and health have become key reasons for lifelong involvement
in physical activity and sport.” “Sport and physical activity have become an important
part of education. Schools have played a leading role in the development of many
sports and their rules.” “Over the past century, there has been a strong trend towards
the professionalization of sport and the development of sport as a business.” “There has been increasing recognition of the importance of incorporating physical activity into daily life by doing such things as taking the stairs instead of the elevator or using active instead of sedentary transportation.”
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Teacher prompt: “The North American Indigenous Games (NAIG), which are held every three years, celebrate a legacy of sport among North America’s First Peoples that goes back thousands of years. Historical records indicate that many modern team sports were derived from traditional indigenous games. In addition to celebrating this legacy, the games also promote the development of personal and social values. What qualities can be developed through sport and physical activity that are valuable throughout life?”
A. PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND SPORT IN SOCIETY
OVERALL EXPECTATIONS
By the end of this course, students will:
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