About MAPEH (Music, Art, Physical Education & Health)

Meaning of MAPEH

Basically, it means Music Arts PE (physical education) and Health. A compilation of combined subjects taught in schools all over the Philippines previously known to be of separate entities when I was in high school.

Each subject corresponds to a teaching subject and for those who want to enjoy more and know art education in the Philippines, teachers develop artistic skills of students with Arts. One way to do that is to offer small scale projects called MAPEH art modules.

These arts and crafts projects are used to develop the vision and arts knowhow of students whether elementary or high school. Art modules have become a major component for learning more about the subject matter.

MAPEH Subject

The Music and Arts Program seeks to expose students to and develop appreciation for Philippine, Asian, and Western music. Students do not only acquire factual and theoretical knowledge but are also introduced to applications like singing, playing Filipino and Asian instruments, listening to recordings, and reading, writing and creating music.

The Importance of MAPEH

MAPEH is important subject.. Because it’s connected to our statistical skills, and its 4 main component’s (Music, Arts, Physical Education, and Health) are related to our daily lives And we can use MAPEH in our college years, in any course

MAPEH, which stands for music, arts, physical education, and health, has great importance in everyday life. At the very least, music and arts provide an outlet for relaxation. Physical education teaches the importance of keeping the body active and moving. Health helps to teach one how to stay well and things that they should and should not do to their bodies.

The Music and Arts Program seeks to expose students to and develop appreciation for Philippine, Asian, and Western music. Students do not only acquire factual and theoretical knowledge but are also introduced to applications like singing, playing Filipino and Asian instruments, listening to recordings, and reading, writing and creating music.

Physical Education aims to make the students physically strong, well-poised, sound and efficient, mentally alert and active, and emotionally tempered and well-balanced. Each year level takes on a different fitness program such as sports, gymnastics, dancing, and martial arts.

Health Education is designed to keep students abreast with health concerns and issues. Lessons on Health Assessment, Proper Hygiene, First Aid, Drugs and Substance Abuse, Mental Health, Communicable and Non-communicable diseases, Alternative Medicine and Nutrition and Fitness all aim to lead the students to adopt a healthy lifestyle.

References:

http://www.mypilipinas.com/mapeh.html

https://prezi.com/gy1h1aq5vnfj/the-importance-of-mapeh/

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