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Physical Education · Ch 2 — Olympic Value Education

Olympic Value Education - Joy of Effort, Fair Play, Respect for Others, Pursuit of Excellence, Balance Among Body, Will & Mind

2.2

Olympic Value Education - Joy of Effort, Fair Play, Respect for Others, Pursuit of Excellence, Balance Among Body, Will & Mind

If Olympism is the philosophy and the three values are its ideals, then Olympic Value Education (OVE) is the way those ideals are actually taught to young people - through sport and physical activity. The textbook treats OVE as a single section (2.2.1) built around five educational themes:

  • Joy of Effort
  • Fair Play
  • Respect for Others
  • Pursuit of Excellence
  • Balance between Body, Will and Mind …