Aspects that Influence Exclusion in Physical Education Class: Perceptions of Teachers in Brazil

This study aimed to understand how physical education teachers perceive the manifestations of
exclusion in physical education classes. The course is characterized as descriptive research with a
qualitative approach. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with teachers from a public school in
Rio de Janeiro city. The results pointed out several exclusion processes with greater emphasis on
those involving gender issues and ethnic-racial relations. Pieces of evidence showed that discussing
such topics should happen more effectively and present in university curricula, especially those
focused on teacher education. Teachers should use pedagogical practices that foster inclusion and
build solid arguments for discussions in school when situations that involve exclusion processes arise.
It can help students to adopt new positions in cases that disrespect humanistic ideals and social
justice.