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Power-Up Rhythm and Timing in Physical Education Activities

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Due to a variety of factors including less opportunity for physical activity throughout the day, more seated classroom time, and fewer foundational motor experiences (swinging, climbing trees, jumping rope, building forts, and kicking the can in the alley), children’s fundamental motor skills are on the decline ( Brian et al.,

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Understanding Motivational Theories in Physical Education

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In this article, Sean explores motivational theories in physical education. Be on the lookout for lots of great content from Sean as he helps take the academic angle of physical education best practices. However, Ryan and Deci (2000) discuss that any form of extrinsic motivation is not always bad. PLT4M Classroom.

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Power-Up Rhythm and Timing in Physical Education Activities

Gopher PE

Due to a variety of factors including less opportunity for physical activity throughout the day, more seated classroom time, and fewer foundational motor experiences (swinging, climbing trees, jumping rope, building forts, and kicking the can in the alley), children’s fundamental motor skills are on the decline ( Brian et al.,

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ISBE PE Standards & Curriculum Alignment

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These include: STATE GOAL 19: Acquire movement and motor skills and understand concepts necessary to engage in moderate to vigorous physical activity. Example 1: STATE GOAL 19 “Acquire movement and motor skills and understand concepts necessary to engage in moderate to vigorous physical activity.”

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Reasons Movement Teaches Kids to Think and Learn Differently

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Studies have proven that physical movement helps kids improve their memory, increase their motivation, and improve motor skills. Psychological Advantages We already know that cognitive skills like the ability to concentrate, and academic performance are impacted by physical activity. Absolutely.

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5 Tips To Technology Use In Physical Education

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Be on the lookout for lots of great content from Sean as he helps take the academic angle of physical education best practices. 2015), motivation (Melton et al., 2015) and motor performance (O’Loughlin et al., 2015), motivation (Melton et al., 2015) and motor performance (O’Loughlin et al.,

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Evidence Based Practices In Education

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Physical education, as defined by Shape America , is just like any other subject in school, “Physical education is an academic subject and serves as the foundation of a CSPAP and, as such, demands the same education rigor as other core subjects. Long term health benefits depend on a continuation of the physical activity.