There is a raising of concerns about the need to change environmental behaviours through economic and social activities. Education plays a significant role in this process, with schools enhancing the necessary behaviour adoption by youngsters and their community. Thus, the present study examines the relationship between different variables, such as sustainability (green public procurement, healthy food activity) and education (course, impact, interactive teaching methods/technology). We developed a survey regarding education for sustainable development (ESD), with five sections considering the referred variables. We applied it to 385 Romanian educators and teachers from kindergarten and primary school. An SEM model was formed to evaluate the relationship between the associated variables. The results showed that an organisation or school with a long-term plan incorporating green public procurement will positively stimulate initiatives that help the next generation adopt good eating habits. Moreover, this eco-sustainable approach affects the creation of interactive teaching methods and the courses and classes. Consequently, the changes in interactive methods will positively affect the overall impact. Nevertheless, the relationship between courses and impact was not significant. This means management decisions regarding green strategies can lead to a broader change in a school setting, fostering the ESD.

ResumoDurante a prática desportiva os atletas estão sujeitos a situações disposicionais que podem afetar a sua satisfação e os ativos de desenvolvimentos. Pretende‐se: a) verificar os efeitos da experiência desportiva e do grupo etário nas fontes de satisfação e nos ativos de desenvolvimento de jovens futebolistas; b) analisar as relações e efeitos preditores dos ativos de desenvolvimento nos fatores de satisfação. Participaram 308 futebolistas com idades entre os 12 e 18 anos, que responderam ao DAP e SEYSQ. Procedeu‐se à Anova, Manova e análise de regressão linear. O grupo etário influencia as fontes de satisfação e os ativos de desenvolvimento. O apoio familiar, a identidade positiva e os valores positivos revelam‐se como preditores de satisfação.AbstractDuring sport practice the athletes are submitted to dispositional situations that may influence their enjoyment and developmental assets. We aim to: a) verify the sport experience and age group effects on sources of enjoyment and development assets of youth soccer players. Participated 308 players, with ages between 12 and 18 participated, which responded to DAP and SEYSQ. An ANOVA, MANOVA and linear regression were performed. The age category influences the sources of satisfaction and development assets, and the measure factors between them are correlated. The family support, positive identity and positive values are predictors of sources of enjoyment in youth sport

In recent decades there has been growing concern about physical inactivity and the problems associated with it, namely diabetes, hypertension and obesity. Practising federated sport and using soft mobility (walking and cycling) to commute between home and work can contribute to physical activity. The aim of this study was to find out the differences on the practice of federated sport and the type of home-school mobility according to age group, gender and socioeconomic status, in the municipality of Vila Nova de Poiares, Portugal. A total of 266 people (Male = 138; Female = 125) took part in the study (age = 14.37), answering a sociodemographic questionnaire in 2016. A descriptive and frequency analysis was carried out, as well as ANOVA and MANOVA. The data show that there are only differences in adherence to federated sport according to gender. There were no differences according to age group, gender or socioeconomic status in the mobility variable. Despite the short distance (<5km), the use of soft means of transport is quite low (18.4%). There is a high percentage of participants who say they don't practise sport (68%). The data reinforces the concern about physical activity levels and the risk of disease due to physical inactivity.

This chapter explores the transformative potential of physical education (PE) when integrated into a transdisciplinary and physically active learning (PAL) framework. By moving beyond the traditional confines of the gym and classroom, we examine how PE can serve as a core component of holistic education. The chapter delves into the theoretical underpinnings of transdisciplinary and active learning, highlighting their alignment with the goals of PE. It will provide practical examples and strategies for implementing transdisciplinary PE programs, emphasizing collaboration with other subject areas and the creation of authentic learning experiences. The chapter will also discuss the role of PE in fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity, while promoting physical literacy and well-being. Ultimately, this chapter aims to inspire educators to reimagine PE as a dynamic and essential component of a comprehensive curriculum.

No decorrer da sua existência e funcionamento os clubes estão sujeitos a influências provenientes do contexto onde estão inseridos, todavia também podem influenciar os sujeitos envolvidos no clube através da sua cultura organizacional. Pelas especificidades dos contextos dos clubes revela-se necessário obter dados sobre a sua cultura e o seu funcionamento para poder perceber os seus efeitos no envolvimento e desenvolvimento dos indivíduos. Para este artigo pretendeu-se a análise e comparação de três clubes de futebol de contextos diferentes, um clube profissional e dois amadores, em que um provém de meio rural e outro de meio urbano. Recorreu-se à observação participante e a entrevistas semiestruturadas para recolher os dados. A AAC-OAF diferencia-se dos clubes amadores pela sua orientação para o esporte de rendimento/espetacularização. Os últimos são suportados no voluntariado, dependendo mais das autarquias e políticas locais e revelam maiores dificuldades na angariação de voluntários, os quais aderem por amizade. A assunção dos cargos dirigentes nos clubes amadores são motivados pelo receio da extinção do clube. A estabilidade financeira da UCE contribui para mudanças na sua cultura e funcionamento organizacional. Todos os clubes demonstram falhas no processo de avaliação na implementação dos programas com vista ao desenvolvimento do jovem atleta, centrando-se esta essencialmente nos resultados desportivos obtidos.