The Cognitive domain includes developing a pupil's understanding of how, when and why to move in particular ways, as well as the knowledge and awareness of the benefits of movement and physical activity.
The Framework helps people understand how to progress on physical, psychological, social and cognitive levels and enjoy lifelong participation in movement and physical activity.
The Cognitive domain is about being able to:
• Think, understand and make decisions, and knowing how and when to perform movement skills
• Understand and follow rules and apply tactics or strategies within a game
• Know ways of moving with and around other people and the environment to solve movement challenges
• Know and understand the short and long-term benefits of participating in movement and physical activity.