Welcome to PHED1001

 Hey there...  yes you... welcome to PHED1001. Yayyy!!

Relax, get rid of the nerves and be prepared to learn new things and have some fun as I walk you through my ten course sessions of Physical Education.


On the first day of class, Tuesday 21st January, 2019, class began at 1pm. I had so many different emotions running through me. I felt excited, nervous and anxious, I even think I had some anxiety kick in as well. But why feel this way you may ask, well let me tell you. I believe I felt this way because I didn't want to be late, nor got to the wrong class or if I would have a big class or smaller sized class, which I would prefer a smaller class.


The first day of school is your opportunity to present your vision of the class to prospective students. It is helpful if you can introduce yourself an a scholar and educator and provide insight into how you teach the class and what you will expect them to contribute to the learning process is exactly what Shirley Ochao aim was.


You're probably wondering hey why take an entire course on physical education its probably just playing and doing sports.... the same old isn't it? Well not really. As introduced by the lecturer, the course is intended to provide prospective teachers with knowledge and understanding of the role of Physical Education in the development of human person; of the principle and practices of Physical Education that would allow them to teach the subject in the primary school setting; appreciation of the role that Physical education plays in fostering and encouraging thinking skills, creativity, sportsmanship and healthy lifestyles that are germane to the holistic development of children. Doesn't it sound more interesting now? Of course it does... You're probably thinking it such a cool course already and it's only the first week.


At the beginning of the session a course review was presented to provide a map of where the class will start and what you expect them to understand at the end of the class. As well as, presentation of material; this focused on important materials that will be provided for a successful semester. In addition, the expectations for class time and outside class. The class was provided with an idea of they will need to prepare for the course, whether it be primarily reading and writing individually as well as working in groups. Enough information was given to be able to plan accordingly for the semester.


As minutes went by, overall the course seemed pretty interesting but it wasn't something that should be taken for granted. Assignments and due dates still had to be met, areas of study has to be covered in order to be successful at the end of the semester.


Before leaving, like any class homework was given but it wasn't too hard, all we had to do was find a working definition of Physical Education and read and come prepared for the next week session where we will be discussing Fundamental Movements.


Can't wait for you to hear more about my journey through the semester, until next week. Bye!