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How to teach a good physical education class (with podcast)
by Brian Sather, created Feb 11 2009 - 2:06pm, updated Sep 28 2010 - 6:08pmYou are missing some Flash content that should appear here! Perhaps your browser cannot display it, or maybe it did not initialise correctly.
Characteristics of a good physical education class (listed somewhat in order of importance) Read more »
Learning How to Become an Effective Physical Education Teacher (Podcast)
by Brian Sather, created Apr 9 2009 - 9:50am, updated Oct 28 2009 - 9:15pmYou are missing some Flash content that should appear here! Perhaps your browser cannot display it, or maybe it did not initialise correctly.
Outline
Performing skills vs teaching skills
Teaching Styles: continuum from instructor-controlled style (e.g. lectures, teacher controlled) to student directed activities (Pangrazi, 2007). Some that I use: Read more »
National Standards for Physical Education - by NASPE
2nd edition of the National Standards:
- Standard 1:Demonstrates competency in motor skills and movement patterns needed to perform a variety of physical activities.
- Standard 2:Demonstrates understanding of movement concepts, principles, strategies, and tactics as they apply to the learning and performance of physical activities.
- Standard 3:Participates regularly in physical activity.
- Standard 4:Achieves and maintains a health-enhancing level of physical fitness.
- Standard 5:Exhibits responsible personal and social behavior that respects self and others in physical activity settings.
- Standard 6:Values physical activity for health, enjoyment, challenge, self-expression, and/or social interaction.
State Standards for Physical Education
A list of US states with links to their content standards, provided by NASPE. Alternate lists are provided at
http://www.pecentral.org/professional/statestandards.html
and
http://www.pelinks4u.org/links/statestandards.htm
Standards by Oregon Department of Education
Standards by Design allows you to generate a printable PDF document or an Excel spreadsheet to create a customized version of the standards you select. Download, print and/or export any combination of subjects and grades to create your personalized copy of the standards.
International Approaches to Physical Education: A Comparison - PE Links 4U Article
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INTERNATIONAL APPROACHES TO PHYSICAL EDUCATION: A COMPARISON
Written by:Peter Rattigan, PhD, Paul Blair, PhD, & Clive Hickson, PhD.
Characteristics of Effective Physical Education Teaching
by Brian Sather, created Feb 2 2011 - 5:41pmZeng, Leung, and Hipscher (2010) summarize the characteristics of effective PE teaching: Read more »
Common Mistakes by PE Teachers
by Brian Sather, created Nov 24 2009 - 2:18am, updated Nov 24 2009 - 3:58amThe following are common teaching problems displayed by physical education teachers, especially by beginning teachers or students in teacher education (listed somewhat in order of importance and frequency): Read more »
Designing Good Written Lesson Plans in Physical Education
by Brian Sather, created Sep 26 2009 - 10:31pm, updated Sep 26 2009 - 10:33pmThe following is a list of recommendations for how to design effective lesson plans in physical education classes:
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In each written lesson, include information such as name of school, date, class name, grade level, instructor name, special equipment needed, and the topic.
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Keep in mind that lesson plans and unit plans may be helpful in legal matters, so sufficient detail is needed regarding progressions in skill development, instructions, and class management.
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Write clear, observable, and measurable objectives (a.k.a goals, outcomes).
Desigining a Unit Plan
by Brian Sather, created Jan 3 2009 - 12:43am, updated Sep 26 2009 - 10:16pmA unit plan is a cohesive multi-week focus for a class that includes lesson plans for each day. A unit plan should contain the following elements:
Introductory information: Teacher's name, unit name, and grade level of students.
Unit objectives: What the students are expected to demonstrate competency in by the end of the unit. Generally there should be a list of 5-10 objectives that cover the basic skills and knowledge. In addition, objectives should address other learning domains such as sportsmanship, teamwork, and social development. Objectives should be specific, observable, and measurable. Example: each student will successfully dribble the length of the court using each hand. Read more »
Unit Plan Template
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Schedule
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Grading Rubric for PE Teacher Evaluation
by Brian Sather, created Jan 2 2009 - 11:54pm, updated Apr 20 2009 - 9:01amClass Management /6
- Equipment and materials are organized for maximum efficiency and safety.
- Teacher maintains order and students are on task throughout the lesson.
- Good pedagogical techniques are employed.
- Appropriate tempo and flow is maintained for the activities.
- Time is managed properly.
- Transitions between activities are smooth.
- All students are supervised throughout the teaching session.
Lesson Plan /5
- Content is well organized and readable.
- Adequate detail is provided.
- 2-4 instructional teaching cues are presented that are concise yet descriptive.
- The sequence of activity follows a clear progression from introductory activities to conclusion.
Activities /5 Read more »
Guide to Fitnessgram
by Brian Sather, created Apr 4 2011 - 12:16pmFitnessgram, a test by the Cooper Institute, is the leading fitness test for elementary and high school. This guide presents important information about using fitnessgram to assess students' fitness. Read more »
Working With and Presenting Video and Audio Media
by Brian Sather, created Oct 18 2009 - 2:37pm, updated Oct 19 2009 - 11:23pmSee the Complete Guide Here
Recommended PE Teaching Resources
by Brian Sather, created Jan 2 2009 - 3:17pm- Collins, D. R., and Hodges, P. B. (2001). A Comprehensive Guide to Sports Skills Tests and Measurement (2nd ed.). Lanham, MD: Scarecrow Press.
- Fronske, H. (2005). Teaching Cues for Sport Skills for Secondary School Students (3rd edition). San Francisco, CA: Pearson/Benjamin Cummings.
- Fronske, H. & Wilson, R. (2002).
Sport Education Grading Rubric
by Brian Sather, created May 9 2009 - 2:59pmRoles (Circle point value that best describes skill competency) Read more »
Oregon PE Teachers Email Newsletter
Subscription for listserv from the Oregon Department of Education.
ODE Health Page
Oregon Department of Education website section for Health.
NASPE Website
The National Association for Sport & Physical Education (NASPE) is the definitive professional organization for physical education in the United States. It an organization within the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (AAHPERD).
ODE Physical Education Page
Oregon Department of Education website section for Physical Education.
2008 Advanced Standards in Physical Education Teacher Education
These advanced standards are meant for graduate level programs. The concepts presented on the linked document are applicable to any post-graduate teacher for improving their teaching professionalism.
Physical Education Lesson Plan Template
A Google Doc template that can be used for developing lesson plans.
Spark PE
Spark PE is one of the most widely used and teacher recommended programs in physical education and health.
Increasing MVPA in PE Classes
This handout from a session at AAHPERD 2011, provides excellent guidelines to follow for increasing moderate to vigorous physical activitiy during PE classes for 50% or more of the time.
Increasing MVPA by Improving Instructional Practice, by Marybell Avery and Janet Brandt, Lincoln Public Schools in Lincoln, NE
Using Video Technology to Enhance Physical Education
by Brian Sather, created Apr 19 2010 - 11:46am, updated Jun 13 2010 - 8:18pmYou are missing some Flash content that should appear here! Perhaps your browser cannot display it, or maybe it did not initialise correctly.
Using Mobile Devices to Enhance Student Learning
by Brian Sather, created Apr 19 2010 - 11:51am, updated Jun 13 2010 - 8:22pmYou are missing some Flash content that should appear here! Perhaps your browser cannot display it, or maybe it did not initialise correctly.
The above video was presented during Spring 2010 for a NASPE video contest. Click here for more information about the contest or listen to audio file presentation of this video.
The following contributed to developing the video: Read more »
Physical Education is an Academic Subject - NASPE
NASPE guideline document outlining the rationale for physical education's place as an academic subject in schools.
Oregon Physical Education Requirements Law ORS 329.496
A reprint of the language of Oregon's legislation for physical education in grades K-8.
K-8 Grade Physical Education Requirements in Oregon
by Brian Sather, created Feb 9 2011 - 7:23pmIn 2007, the Oregon Senate passed House Bill 3141 which, among many other things, mandated physical education in grades K-8 throughout Oregon. This already-once-defeated bill was promoted by Peter Courtney to fight the rising levels of obesity in Oregon children. Specifically, the bill states: Read more »
Teaching Team Sports
The content provided in this section is specific to teaching team sports. It uses the pedagogy content as a basis for the topic. The content here is specific for learning in a course like "Teaching Team Sports." Read more »
Teaching Games, Dance, & Gymnastics
The content provided in this section is specific to teaching games, dance, & gymnastics. It uses the pedagogy content as a basis for the topic. The content here is specific for learning in a course like "Teaching Games, Dance, & Gymnastics." Read more »
Teaching Individual Sports
The content provided in this section is specific to teaching individual and dual sports. It uses the pedagogy content as a basis for the topic. The content here is specific for learning in a course like "Teaching Individual Sports." Read more »
Activities & Games for Youth
The content provided in this section is specific to teaching activities and games for youth with an emphasis on elementary school physical education. It uses the pedagogy content as a basis for the topic. The content here is specific for learning in a course like "Healthy Activities & Games for Youth." Read more »