Minor Issues: Why PE is the favourite subject of many students

Students learn a range of fundamental skills, concepts and strategies during Physical Education classes. PHOTO: ST FILE
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SINGAPORE – The favourite subject for many of my students seems to be Physical Education (PE). This is almost always their most candid response whenever they are asked about what they like best in school.

Coming close, although technically not a “subject”, is recess time.

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