Do Pavilhão para a Vida: Crónicas de um Estagiário de Educação Física

Abstract

This Internship Report, conducted as part of the master's degree in physical education teaching in Basic and Secondary Education, describes the entire training process over a school year at the Ermesinde Secondary School. The internship provided a rich learning experience, allowing for the application of acquired knowledge and the development of effective teaching strategies. Throughout this report, the experiences in the teaching context, the challenges faced and overcome, and how these experiences contributed to professional growth are described. In addition to the practical component, a literature review focused on the impact of Physical Education classes on students' concentration and academic success was conducted, concluding that regular physical activity not only improves academic performance but also promotes students' socio-emotional development. This report, therefore, reflects the importance of Physical Education in students' overall development and highlights the relevance of a reflective and continuous teaching practice.