Social Representations, gender and inclusion of tradicional games street (Caldas-Antioquia, Colombia)

Abstract

This article reports on an investigation conducted under the Motor Masters in Human Development at the University of Antioquia, Colombia (2011-2012). The study aim is to understand the social representations (RS) of the students of Caldas (Antioquia) on the traditional Street Games (JRTC) and their inclusiveness potential. This is a qualitative study is based on a school ethnography where the researcher acts as a participant observer. The information is collected through journals, the pictorial ethnography and photo discussion. This paper reports results on the inclusiveness potential of gender and the sexist practices of JRTC in student performances.