Learning Objective 04 in Physical Education and Health for Students in Chile

Study in Courses between the Ages of 12 and 16

Abstract

The subject of Physical Education and Health in Chile is governed by the curricula and programs of the Ministry of Education, which specify the objectives, contents, activities and evaluations that the teacher can use in his classes of the different units. The Learning Objectives (OA) correspond to skills, attitudes and knowledge aimed at promoting the integral development of students. In particular, OA 04 is related to learning about active and healthy living in the subject. Therefore, the purpose of this reflection is to analyze and understand the learning objective related to the importance of an active and healthy life in the curricula and programs of the subject of Physical Education and Health in Chile, for the courses that go from seventh grade to second grade (ages range from 12-16 years). In this regard, the curricula propose activities linked to the promotion of physical activity and healthy lifestyle habits, include safety measures for the practice of exercises and encourage the prevention of tobacco, alcohol and drug consumption. Also, the importance of physical activity habits and positive experiences from the subject itself, as well as its articulation with other disciplines, is evident. However, there are few experiences that allow collaborative work to be approached as an instance of deepening this issue.