A fundamental aim of physical education is creating a desire for students to participate in physical activities after they have left the school setting.

The outcomes for this section help students to understand that regular, safe, physical activity and a commitment to an active lifestyle are important skills to develop.

The benefits of physical activity are directly proportional to the amount of time and effort applied. Students’ successful involvement in activities will positively correlate to their time and effort. Safety is of utmost importance in physical education. It is the responsibility of both the teacher and the students to ensure that safe practices are understood and maintained. Students must set realistic goals or personal challenges in order to progress at their own speed or ability level. As well, students need to understand that active living opportunities exist within their community.

To encourage students to participate in physical activity for a lifetime, the communities in which they live should be explored. Using community facilities and resources will increase the possibility of continued use after physical education class.

General Outcome "D" (or GO"D") Students will assume responsibility to lead an active way of life.

General Outcome "D" looks at four areas of personal responsibility for physical activity participation. These are the curriculum organizers:

Effort - demonstrate a commitment to activity and to leading an active healthy lifestyle.

Safety - apply rules, procedures and knowledge related to safe participation in a variety of activities.

Goal Setting/Personal Challenge - set short- and long-term goals related to physical activity and the continued motivation to be active for a lifetime.

Active Living in the Community - promote participation and demonstrate decision-making skills that reflect choices for daily activity within the school and the community.

This site includes examples of physical activities that address the outcomes for each of the curriculum organizers in general outcome "D".

These activity examples will be adapted to meet your students’ needs and the school environment you are in. Providing a context wherein students can achieve depends on many factors. Consider:

• Activity that is relevant, meaningful and enjoyable.
  
• Equity and diversity.
  
• Alignment of learning outcomes, instructional and assessment practices.
  
• Practices that apply the principles of learning.
  
• Experiences from all movement dimensions.
  
• Opportunities to practice and demonstrate growth and achievement.
  
• Elements of risk and challenge provided in a safe environment.
  
• Consideration of, and for, past related experiences.
  
• Time allocation.
  
• Teacher willingness and expertise.
  
• Diversity of instructional strategies.
  
• Focus on outcomes rather than dimensions.
  
• Facilities and equipment resources.
  
• Use of community resources.
  
• Use of technology.
  
• Assessment, evaluation and communication strategies.
  
• Transference to lifelong participation in physical activity.

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