Physical Education IS the Core of Moral Development

The physical education platform should be used to not only develop an individual’s overall knowledge of living a healthy lifestyle but should also be used to develop moral skills – often overlooked in the overall education process. Ideally, a program such as Character Counts!, could serve as a curriculum within the physical education experience. Character Counts!teaches 6 pillars of character development by supplying educators with appropriate material.

 In my opinion, the ultimate way to develop moral values would be to have a ‘Theme of the Week’ in all levels of physical education classes. The weekly themes would focus on developing one moral aspect at a time. As a physical educator, I have been approached recently about an idea to implement character development video clips through the use of cell phone technology. These daily lessons would enable parents or teachers to elaborate on the development of moral values at home or school. Understanding the way kids relate and learn in today’s world, I perceive this idea to have tremendous potential in moral development during physical education.