Course - Physical Education 1 (5-10) Module 1:Physical education as a general education subject - MGLU3513
Physical Education 1 (5-10) Module 1:Physical education as a general education subject
About
About the course
Course content
Subject 1 physical education 5-10 must togetherwith subject 2 qualify for teaching physicaleducation from grades 5-10 in primary school.Subject 1 is based on physical education as ageneral education subject. Through theoreticaland practical approaches, the course will focus onthe relevance of physical education as a schoolsubject, what promotes physical learning, positiveself-understanding, health and joy of movementteaching in various movement environments, aswell as knowledge about assessment in physicaleducation. Physical education 5-10 emphasizesteaching competence in sports and movementactivities, outdoor life, play and dance as well asup-to-date forms of movement in children's andyouth culture.
Learning outcome
KNOWLEDGE
Candidates
- has knowledge of the physical education subject's relevance and central values, uniqueness and legitimisation, as well as connections to other schoolsubjects
- has knowledge of teaching, planning, and implementation in physical education has knowledge of assessment in physical education (skills in subject 2)
- has knowledge of sports and movement activities, outdoor life, play, dance and contemporary forms of movement in children's and youth culture (5-10)
- has knowledge of prerequisites for learning based on the growth and development of the student at stages 5-10
SKILLS
Candidates
- can plan and carry out teaching in physical education based on legislation, the current curriculum, and professional ethical guidelines
- can explore own bodily expressions and lead and carryout creative processes where movement experience and reflection are central
- can identify dangers and ensure the pupils' safety invarious activities and movement environments
- can facilitate swimming training at levels 5-10 and perform life-saving first aid and lifesaving in water
- can include the basic skills in teaching on the premises of the subject
GENERAL COMPETENCE
Candidates
- can discuss how physical education contributes to the student's general education
- can communicate with pupils, parents, and colleagues about physical education
- can work with physical education in an interdisciplinary perspective, including the three interdisciplinary themes in the curriculum
Learning methods and activities
The program contains varied forms of learning with a lot of practical work in different learning environments. Students must work individually and in groups.
Compulsory assignments
- Obligatory course work according to course description
Further on evaluation
Mandatory work requirements:
- 80% compulsory attendance at classes
- Approved up to 4 exercises.
The students can be assessed, required to take part in coursework and required to attend teaching related to interdisciplinary topics.
Mandatory work requirements are assessed with approved / not approved. All mandatory work requirements must be approved for the candidate to be able to take the exam.
Exam:
- Written group assignment
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Primary and Lower Secondary Teacher Education for Years 5-10 (MGLU5-10) - some programmes
Course materials
The final syllabus is posted on Blackboard before the start of studies.
Credit reductions
Course code | Reduction | From |
---|---|---|
MGLU1509 | 15 sp | Autumn 2017 |
LGU54001 | 15 sp | Autumn 2018 |
Subject areas
- Physical Education
- Teacher Education
Contact information
Course coordinator
Lecturers
Department with academic responsibility
Examination
Examination
Ordinary examination - Autumn 2025
Group assignment
Submission 2025-12-01 Time Release 09:00
Submission 09:00 Exam system Inspera Assessment