Education in Different Age Groups: Pedagogical Differences in Children, Adolescents, and Adults
Chapter from the book: Bedir, F. (ed.) 2024. Sports Pedagogy.

Elif Akkuş
Atatürk University

Synopsis

Education is a process that enables individuals to organize their lives in a meaningful and structured way, facilitating the transfer of knowledge, skills, attitudes, and values across generations. This process contributes to the empowerment of individuals in social, economic, societal, and technological contexts. Education aims not only to provide knowledge but also to equip individuals with the necessary skills for personal and social development. The goals and methods employed in education are grounded in pedagogical principles, while psychological and cultural factors play a significant role in shaping the content, applicability, and learning experiences of students.

Sports pedagogy is defined as a discipline aimed at supporting the physical, emotional, and social development of individuals. This discipline focuses not only on enhancing physical performance but also on fostering group dynamics, social skills, and cooperation. Sports are not only related to physical health but also provide opportunities for individuals to build healthy social relationships and develop social and emotional skills.

Sports pedagogy draws from scientific fields such as psychology, sociology, and education to develop effective learning strategies. Promoting physical activity from an early age, combating health issues, and encouraging long-term exercise habits are of great importance.

The relationship between sports pedagogy and age requires the adoption of appropriate pedagogical approaches for each developmental stage. For children, game-based motor skill development and fun activities should take precedence. During adolescence, activities focusing on social skills, group interactions, and empathy development should be emphasized. For young adolescents and young adults, sports pedagogy should focus on performance, self-regulation, and individual skill development.

In conclusion, sports pedagogy offers tailored pedagogical approaches to meet the physical, cognitive, and social developmental needs of individuals at each age group.

How to cite this book

Akkuş, E. (2024). Education in Different Age Groups: Pedagogical Differences in Children, Adolescents, and Adults. In: Bedir, F. (ed.), Sports Pedagogy. Özgür Publications. DOI: https://doi.org/10.58830/ozgur.pub615.c2621

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December 27, 2024

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