THE DEVALUATION OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION IN SCHOOLS AND THE CHALLENGES FACED BY TEACHERS

Abstract

This article investigates the devaluation of school Physical Education and its implications for teachers and students. Although it plays an important role in the holistic development of students, the subject is often treated as a recreational activity. This generates significant challenges, such as a lack of resources, inadequate infrastructure, and its perception as inferior within the curriculum. The research, conducted

through an integrative literature review from 2010 to 2023, analyzed 14 studies. The main objective of this investigation is to understand the underlying causes of the devaluation of Physical Education in schools, aiming to identify the factors contributing to this scenario and propose strategies to promote greater recognition of the subject in the school context. The data indicate that the lack of recognition and investment in the subject harms the quality of lessons and contributes to a negative school environment. To reverse this situation, it is necessary to promote the value of the subject through continuous teacher training and public policies that emphasize its importance. The study concludes that the devaluation begins with professionals and extends to the governmental sphere, requiring a comprehensive transformation in perceptions and practices related to Physical Education in schools.

Keywords: Physical education. Devaluation. Public policies.