THE SELF-CONCEPT ACCORDING TO GENDER & ACADEMIC YEAR FOR STUDENTS OF DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION? PALESTINE TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY

The current study aims to determine the level of self-concept for students of the Department of Physical Education ? Palestine University and the level of self-concept according to gender and academic year variable for students of the Department of Physical Education ? Palestine University and used the descriptive method as it is appropriate to objectives of the study. Among the most significant findings of the study there are: the total level of self-concept for students of physical education in the Palestine Technical University was high as the respond percentage was (82.60%). In addition, there are statistically significant differences at significance level (0.05 ? α) in self-concept for students of physical education in the Palestine Technical University at physical and ethical aspects among male and female students in favor of female ones, while there were no statistically significant differences at significance level (0.05 ? α) in selfconcept for students of physical education in the Palestine Technical University due to the academic year variable. Among the most significant recommendations by the researcher is that it is necessary for teachers to consider the development of physical characteristics of students, especially self-concept for their positive role in developing fighting spirit and courage to achieve goals and solidarity. Keyword: Education appropriate , Physical, self-concept