Introduction to Physical Education

Paper Code: 
25CPHE101
Credits: 
04
Contact Hours: 
60.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

Course Object

This Course will enable the students to attainment of knowledge of positive attitude towards physical activity and sports, understand the history and importance of physical education, develop physically literate individuals who have the knowledge, skills and confidence to enjoy a life time of healthful physical activity.

 

Course Outcomes: 

Course

Learning outcomes   (at Course level)

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment Strategies

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Introduction to Physical Education (Theory)

CO1: Analyze the scope, objective 

and importance of physical education during present era.

 

CO2: Analyze the historical       perspectives and development of Physical Education   in India and city states of Greece.

 

CO3:Distinguish the honors and awards in outstanding personalities in various 

sports and games.

 

CO4: Distinguish the functional operations on International Olympics Games, Asian and Commonwealth Games Federations /Association.

 

CO5: Contribution of movements run by leaders and federations in various sports.

 

CO6: Contribute effectively in course specific interaction.

Approach in teaching:

Lectures,

 Discussion,

Reading   

assignments, movement Exploration, cooperative activities

group individual activity, team teaching  

 

Learning activities  for the students :        Self learning assignments, Effective questions, Project presentation, Giving tasks,

Class test, Semester end examinations, Quiz, Solving problems in tutorials, Assignments, Presentation, Individual and group projects

 

12.00
Unit I: 
Physical Education

 

  • ·   Meaning and Definition of Physical Education
  • ·   Aims and Objectives of Physical Education
  • ·   Need and Importance of Physical Education
  • ·   Misconception about Physical Education, Scope of Physical Education
  • Place of Physical Education in the total Education Process               
10.00
Unit II: 
Physical Education in Ancient periods

 

  • Physical Education in Ancient India (Pre Independence)
  • Physical Education in (Post Independence)
  • Physical Education in the city-states of Greece
  • Physical Education and Sports – Training Institutions in India
  • Various physical education courses in India

 

14.00
Unit III: 
Survey of Modern Physical Education in India
  • Sports Authority of India- aim, objectives and functions.
  • National Institute of Sports- aim, objectives and functions
  • Rajasthan State Sports Council- aim, objectives and functions
  • National Sports Awards - Rajeev Gandhi Khel Ratan Award, Arjuna Award,

            Dronacharya Award, Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Trophy,

  • Rajasthan State Sports Awards - Maharana Pratap Award, and Guru

Vashistha Award.

 

12.00
Unit IV: 
Olympics Games, Asian Games and Commonwealth Games

 

·    Olympic Games : History, Aim & Objectives, Olympic Motto and Flag,

·   Opening and Closing Ceremonies of Olympic Games.

·   Asian Games: History and Objectives

·   Organizational functions of Asian Games

  • Commonwealth Games: History, Objectives and Organizational Setup.      
12.00
Unit V: 
Contribution by Leaders and Movements

 

  • Contribution of Y.M.C.A,
  • Contribution of A.A.H. P.E.R., physical fitness.
  • Contribution of different Sports Federations of India
  •  Contributors from India: G. D. Sodhi, Raj Kumari Amrit Kaur,
  •   Shri H.C. Buck, Prof. Karan Singh, Prof. Ajmer Singh

 

Essential Readings: 

Essential Reading:

  1. Williams, (2011). Principles of Physical Education. College book House, Meerut.
  2. Kamlesh, M.L., (2015). Physical Education and Objective Approach an Exercise Sciences. Friends Publication, New Delhi.
  3. Kamlesh, M. L. et. all. (1996). Physical Education: Facts and Foundations. PB Publications.
  4. Singh, A., (2016). Basis of Physical Education, Health and Sports. Kalyani Publications, Ludhiana.
  5. R.N. Singer. (2001). Physical Education: Foundations. Hall Rinehart and Winston, New York.
  6. Kamlesh. M.L. & Sangral, (1996). History of Principle of Physical Education, Prakash Brothers, Ludhiana.

 

E- Resources:

 

 

 

References: 

Suggested Reading:

  1. Shekar, K.C., (2004). Principles & History of Physical Education. Khel Sahitya, New Delhi Kendra.                                                                                                                                    
  2. Gurjar, K. S., (2013). History and Foundation of Physical Education. Khel Sahitya, New Delhi.
  3. Jain,D., ( 2018). Principles of Physical Education. Khel Sahitya, New Delhi Kendra.
  4. Singer, R. N. (1980). Motor learning and human performance. An application to motor skills and movement behaviors. New York: Macmillan.
  5. Emett. R. A., (1960). A brief history of Physical Education. The Penold Press Company, New York. 
  6. Sharma, O.P., (1998). History of Physical Education.  Khel Sahitya .New Delhi Kendra,   
  7. Singh, A. et. all, (2016). “Essentials of Physical Education”. Kalyani Publication Ludhiana.
  8. Rajgopalan, K.A. (1962).  Brief History of Physical Education in India. Army Publishers, Delhi.
Academic Year: 
2025-2026
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