A construção conceptual de um professor de Educação Física: o estágio como uma experiência enriquecedora e transformadora

Abstract

This report, entitled "The Role and Importance of Social Skills in Physical Education Classes", was carried out within the framework of the Professional Practicum of the Master's Degree in Physical Education Teaching in Primary and Secondary Education. The study focuses on analyzing the contribution of social skills to the teaching and learning process, seeking to understand how they influence classroom dynamics, relationships, and students' holistic development. The research was based on a literature review and a critical reflection on supervised teaching practice, carried out in an 11th grade class. It explored Physical Education teachers' perceptions of strategies to foster these skills, as well as the challenges and opportunities related to their integration into lessons. The findings highlight that Physical Education, as a privileged context for interaction, plays a key role in developing skills such as cooperation, communication, empathy, and conflict resolution. Results suggest the relevance of active and diversified methodologies, intentionally designed to promote socialization, meaningful learning, and an inclusive classroom climate. The study concludes that social skills are essential for students' academic and personal success, emphasizing the importance of pedagogical practices that explicitly and systematically foster their development