The purpose of this study is to explore the educational direction of physical education in preparation of the
changing trends of school education in the future society. To achieve this aim, the core themes for suggesting the educational
direction of physical education were derived from a review of recent literature, a Delphi survey, and expert consultation. The
findings showed that in consideration of promoting healthy and active lifestyles, the main educational direction of physical
education in consideration should be as follows: 1) to foster physical literacy, 2) to acquire healthy lifestyle habits and lively
life skills, 3) to cultivate the ability to participate in lifelong sports, 4) to cultivate emotion and character 5) to deliver integrated
education that embraces cultural diversity, and 6) to promote proper use of technology. As the importance of public
health, leisure, and active life in future society increases, the role of physical education subjects will become even more
important. Therefore, it is imperative to critically examine the direction, contents, and methods of school physical education in
order to make students appreciate and enjoy lifelong learning as well as full-time growth.