Abstract - Potential of Budo as a Teaching Material in School Physical Education in Japan: Based on the Normative Discussion of Competition
Background. Issues in contemporary education include the necessity for collaboration and cooperation with others. Therefore, competition may negatively affect learning. To address these issues, this study sought to answer the following research question: what can Budo, which incorporates competition as part of the school physical education (PE) curriculum, teach students?
Problem and aim. This study aimed to clarify the potential of Budo as a teaching material in the context of education based on the results of research on “competition” in school PE.
Material and method. The present study examined the potential of Budo as a teaching material based on the normative discussion of competition in school PE. The methodology included: (1) a normative discussion of competition in PE, (2) a review of the learning contents of Budo in Japanese school education, and (3) a discussion regarding the significance of Budo as a teaching material.
Results. Budo teaches respect for others and reflective experience through physical interactions between oneself and others, thereby providing important learning opportunities. Furthermore, experiencing a variety of physical cultures provides students with a solid foundation for choosing physical activities in the future.
Conclusions. The study findings confirm the significance of Budo as a teaching material in school PE.