In sports-mad Australia, new research suggests physical education can be undervalued at school

Casey Mainsbridge, Cassandra Iannucci, John Williams, Shane Pill

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Abstract

Sport is a significant part of Australian culture and for many represents national pride and social connection.

So, it would be fair to assume sport is viewed as central to Australian schools, with physical education (PE) ingrained into the curriculum.

However, increasingly, some school students are not provided with opportunities to learn through PE and engage with physical activity regularly.

This is concerning because PE and physical activity can provide benefits in terms of physical fitness, fundamental movement skills, mental health, social integration and overall wellbeing...
Original languageEnglish
Specialist publicationThe Conversation
Publication statusPublished - 12 Sept 2024

Keywords

  • Sport
  • Australian schools
  • Physical education

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