Renaissance Gymnastics and Physical Education Evolution
What is Meant by the “Art of Gymnastics” in the Renaissance?
With the advent of the Renaissance, the importance of natural science and the scientific method grew. This era saw the first treaties on education and gymnastics.
The new philosophy of the fourteenth and fifteenth centuries, driven by changing living conditions, fostered a renewed interest in human activities. This led to a reunion with classical antiquity and its values. Humanists used the term “gymnastics” as the Greeks did, referring
Read MorePsychophysiology and Spatial Awareness in Children
Psychophysiology
Psychophysiology is a discipline within Neuroscience. It studies the biology of behavior and psychological processes. Also known as Psychobiology, it examines the organism as an integrated whole.
Rigorously defined, it is the scientific study of physiological correlates accompanying behavior, explaining bodily changes in response to situations or stimuli. This study helps develop a comprehensive understanding of humans.
Spatial Awareness
Spatial awareness, including left-right notions
Read MoreSpanish Olympic & Sports Entities: Roles & Functions
Spanish Olympic Committee (COE)
Non-profit association with legal personality, focused on developing the Olympic movement and disseminating Olympic ideals. Governed by its own statutes, the COE organizes the participation and training of Spanish athletes in the Games. Federations of Olympic sports are part of the COE, representing Spain in the International Olympic Committee (IOC). The Spanish Paralympic Committee (CPE) has similar regulations and functions for athletes with disabilities. The use
Read MoreUnderstanding Bodily Injuries: Wounds to Fractures
Injuries
Injuries are any attacks on the human body caused by mechanical agents. They can occur in the skin (wound), subcutaneous tissue (contusion), muscle (strain), articulation (dislocation), or bone (fracture).
Wounds
A wound is a loss of continuity of the soft parts of the body as a result of trauma (shock cut).
Based on Skin Appearance
- Open: Separation of soft tissues.
- Closed: Internal injuries.
Based on Wound Complication
- Simple: Affects the most superficial skin and does not impact major organs.
Expressive Dance: Nonverbal Communication & Movement
1. Expression and Communication
The key to communicating without words is our body. We can rely on our look, face, gestures, posture, physical appearance, and dance.
The Look and Face: The look has a high expressive power. It is the most effective way to communicate without speaking, as the face reflects emotions and attitudes.
Gestures and Postures: These are the messages the body transmits, whether we are aware of them or not.
Physical Appearance: Appearance is the result of several factors. The image
Read MoreEnhancing Balance Skills in Primary Education
Justification: Balance in Motor Development
Justification: Balance is crucial in motor development, involving nerve centers that influence growth. It encompasses static balance (maintaining posture) and dynamic balance (movement control). This unit targets 8-9 year-olds, focusing on static and dynamic balance, aligning with the LOGSE curriculum and adapting to the Canary Islands Autonomous Community guidelines.
Core Competencies
Key competencies include: G) Learning to Learn: Fostering student initiative
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