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In comparison, the life orientation students do not possess sports capital as they lack prior sporting experiences as well as subject matter knowledge.
The acquisition of subject matter knowledge is important in the teaching of PE because the students demonstrate confidence in both the knowledge they have acquired as well as the ability to impart this knowledge to others. They now feel it is their responsibility to share and impart this knowledge to the learners. According to Samuel “a committed competent and caring teacher constitutes the most valuable resource to improve the quality and depth of educational experience”.
It is imperative for institutions of higher education to value sport science students demonstrating sports capital, as they are committed and competent to teach this highly specialised skilled subject. The sport science students must be seen as valuable resources to improve the teaching of physical education and sport at schools.
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