A comparison between the theoretical underpinnings of responsibility in TPSR model, VO model and SJ approaches: a socioecological perspective
Résumé
Responsibility involves a commitment to making informed decisions and acting appropriately. This paper examines the theoretical underpinnings of responsibility by comparing key principles in the Teaching Personal and Social Responsibility model, the Value Orientation model and the Social Justice approaches. We discuss the distinctions, overlaps, and their pedagogical implications for health and physical education curricula through a socioecological perspective. The Teaching Personal and Social Responsibility model emphasises both personal growth (effort, self-direction) and social well-being (respect, caring for others) towards transfer. The Value Orientation model integrates these values with a focus on social change, fostering autonomy and solidarity. The Social Justice approaches highlights issues such as racial, ability, and gender discrimination. Our contribution seeks to clarify theoretical foundations between these models and approaches, and their links with the transformative potential of a Socially-Just TPSR approach in educating students to become active responsible citizens.

