PLT4M

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Physical activity and physical education are often confused terms in the world of education. We break down the key differences and provide examples between physical activity vs physical education. What is the difference between physical education and physical activity? Let’s dive in!

Physical Activity

Physed n Health

OCTOBER 29, 2020

The American Heart Association, the CDC, and other groups consistently promote the importance of physical activities and the impact on students’ academic performance, behavior, emotional balance, and overall well-being. Before the pandemic, 81% of students received their daily dose of physical activities during PE class.

PE Teacher

PLT4M

JULY 15, 2022

When every school across the country went remote in March of 2020, there was a collective spirit around the benefits of physical activity for students. We celebrated the ingenuity of physical education teachers and students to find creative ways to workout at home. Then we went back to school. Get Access Here.

Physical Activity

Skillastics

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Physical activity is defined as intentional voluntary movement directed toward achieving a goal. The definitions of movement and physical activity are different, but we use the words interchangeably. Every time he stepped into a gymnasium; he had a negative physically active experience.

Physical Activity

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

By dedicating physical education (PE) and physical activity (PA) as one of the ten components of the Whole School Model, a new emphasis on physical health opens the door to how we look at PE and PA in schools. Credit: Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) - CDC. Get Access Here.

Physical Education

Skillastics

MARCH 10, 2022

His small home business was designed to promote sport stacking and become a resource for physical education teachers. As an educator, Bob was able to speak to PE teachers on a peer level. By incorporating increased movements and aerobic exercises, Speed Stacks® Skillastics® integrates the missing aerobic activity piece.

Physical Activity

PLT4M

OCTOBER 23, 2023

These include: STATE GOAL 19: Acquire movement and motor skills and understand concepts necessary to engage in moderate to vigorous physical activity. STATE GOAL 20: Achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical fitness based upon continual self-assessment. Reach out to us for a free consultation!

PE

Skillastics

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Physical activity is defined as intentional voluntary movement directed toward achieving a goal. The definitions of movement and physical activity are different, but we use the words interchangeably. Every time he stepped into a gymnasium; he had a negative physically active experience.

Physical Activity

Montessori Physical Education

OCTOBER 2, 2022

One of the most frustrating things that happen on a way too frequent basis is students who don't go to PE because they are held back by a classroom teacher. The pressures of academic achievement mean that things are sacrificed at the altar of grades. As PE teachers, what are we supposed to do?

PE

Reinventing the Game

MAY 1, 2021

Being a philosophically guided teacher is not a popular choice in a busy school environment. Many of us are driven by the explicit love of selected sports with an unclear jump to needing to teach movement as a broad life skill, resulting in PE teachers finding joy in teaching only certain games.

Physical Education

Aspire-Ed

APRIL 25, 2022

The Department for Education (DfE) monitors your online reporting to make sure the premium is being used for its purpose: to make additional and sustainable improvements to the quality of the PE, school sport and physical activity (PESSPA) provided. So, how do you make sure you’re spending the premium effectively?

PE

PLT4M

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Physical education doesn’t always garner the same level of attention as other academic subjects throughout the school day. But as schools search for ways to support students’ mental health, academic performance, and overall healthy lifestyles, physical education can play a crucial role in student success.

Physical Education

PLT4M

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Unfortunately, many wrongly assume that a pe teacher just “rolls out the ball” for a typical PE class. But anyone who has observed or taken part in a quality physical education program knows that the subject of PE is one of the best opportunities for students’ physical health development.

PE

Aspire-Ed

MAY 23, 2022

94,000 fewer children and young people were active in the 2020-2021 academic year compared to 2018-2019. And so, if there was ever a time to make sure you’re making the most of your PE and sport premium, it’s now. The profile of PE and sport is raised across the school as a tool for whole-school improvement.

Primary School

PLT4M

APRIL 17, 2023

” Jessica Shawley, a PE teacher at Lewiston High School, succinctly highlights the unique challenge physical education programs face. There are countless physical education curriculum models that PE teachers can adopt. As a result, PE planning can feel like a never-ending puzzle.

Physical Education

Gopher Sport

JULY 15, 2024

STEM Sports has been a game changer for many PE programs across the country, as the curriculum fosters physical literacy with lessons designed for the physically active learner by taking students out of the traditional classroom setting and into the gym or on to the field. Sean would go on to earn his M.A.

Sports

PLT4M

JUNE 17, 2023

Download Now – 24 Free Follow Along Fitness Workouts for Physical Education [Free PDF] Benefits of Movement Breaks For the Classroom Movement breaks for the classroom offer many benefits for students, and empower students academically and physically. Students need dedicated time for quality physical activity.

Movement

The PE Hub

MARCH 29, 2023

According to a report by the Education Policy Institute (EPI) published in 2019, the initiative has helped to increase the proportion of physically active pupils. It has led to improvements in the quality of PE teaching in schools.

PE

PLT4M

DECEMBER 11, 2023

This article explores the importance of social emotional learning in physical education and provides practical strategies for incorporating SEL into physical education classes. Types of Social Emotional Learning in Physical Education Social emotional learning is a broad and all encompassing subject.

Physical Education

PLT4M

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

But at a high level, four following areas help highlight the benefits of high school physical education: Physical Mental Academics Social-Emotional 1) Physical – When students participate in a quality physical education program, they develop the skills and knowledge to improve and maintain personal fitness.

High School

PLT4M

JUNE 7, 2022

Be on the lookout for lots of great content from Sean as he helps take the academic angle of physical education best practices. Understanding Motivational Theories in Physical Education Often the responsibility for motivation is placed solely on the student in physical education (PE) classes. Bonus Content!

Motivation

Heartzones

AUGUST 5, 2024

There are many different types, methods, and timing of student assessments in Physical Education. All of these physical evaluations rely on the ability for the instructor or better yet, the student, to measure physical activity results. What works best is different for every HPE teachers.

PE

PLT4M

JULY 19, 2022

In this article, Sean explores technology use 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. The Physical Educator , 76 (1), 135–155. Journal of Teaching in Physical Education , 35 (1), 27–37. link] Gu, X.,

Physical Education

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

In this article, Sean explores student centered learning examples in physical education with the use of technology. Be on the lookout for lots of great content from Sean as he helps take the academic angle of physical education best practices. Plickers is a technology tool that is gaining popularity with elementary PE teachers.

Assessment

PLT4M

JULY 18, 2023

The landscape of physical education has evolved significantly over the last decade and it is critical that PE teachers adapt accordingly. The purpose of this article is to assist PE teachers in exploring standards-based curriculum design that emphasizes a student-centered learning environment.

Physical Education

Reinventing the Game

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

I must say that every one of my articles were written as a result of an observation, some experience, some reading and connecting it to what I think I need to do better as a Physical Education (PE) teacher. Again, is this sufficient?

Physical Education

Gopher Sport

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Imagine trying to design a PE program that engages over 1,800 students, ages 3-18, from more than 60 nationalities, all while adapting to different skill levels, cultural backgrounds, and languages! A Comprehensive PE Program Megan shared an overview of the current PE program at NIST. The school runs on a 10-day schedule.

PE

PLT4M

JULY 21, 2023

School districts across the United States go about creating quality physical education in different and unique ways. Not only is physical wellness on the decline, but we are also seeing an increase in mental illness, declining academic performance, and troublesome classroom behavior issues.

Physical Education

Learning Through Sport

JANUARY 30, 2021

Published 12/03/2012 Updated 30/01/2021 In my role as a teaching and coaching 'academic' I get to see a lot of physical education and sport teaching/coaching, at both primary and secondary school level and in community coaching settings.

Coaching

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Fitness education empowers students to explore physical activity and practical skills that support a healthy lifestyle. Through a comprehensive fitness curriculum , students can explore different types of physical activity and exercise programs that best support their interests and goals. Improve academic performance.

Fitness

PLT4M

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Elementary physical education curriculum plays a vital role in developing students physical literacy, motor skills, and overall well-being. In this blog, we break down the key components of effective PE curriculum planning and execution. However, its benefits extend far beyond just physical development. Youre Not Alone!

Elementary