Paixão e profissão: A Educação Física como uma escolha para a vida

Abstract

This Professional School Placement Report marks the conclusion of the Professional School Placement carried out within the 2nd Cycle of Studies in Teaching Physical Education in Basic and Secondary Education at the Faculty of Sports, University of Porto. The internship took place in a school in the municipality of Guimarães and represented a decisive stage in my personal and professional growth as a future Physical Education teacher. Throughout this journey, I had the opportunity to articulate the knowledge acquired in academic training with pedagogical practice in a real context, facing the challenges of a demanding resident class. The use of digital technologies and the integration of student-centered pedagogical models were central to promoting more inclusive and meaningful learning. Continuous reflection on the process was likewise essential to readjust strategies and make informed decisions. The work carried out relied on the collaboration of the Internship Group, the Cooperating Teacher, and the Supervising Professor, whose guidance was decisive for the evolution of my training path. Participation in school and community activities strengthened the understanding of the teacher's role beyond the classroom. The research study arose from the need to understand how digital technologies can be integrated into the teaching of Physical Education, analyzing their contributions to students' motor, cognitive, and socio-affective development, particularly within student-centered pedagogical models. Through a structured narrative review of the literature, it was possible to identify good practices, limitations, and future directions for their application in teaching the subject. This report thus reflects the challenges experienced, the learning achieved, and the commitment to a reflective Physical Education.