Learning Through Sport

JANUARY 31, 2025

No program can achieve all that is possible or ambitioned for physical education as physical education programs have limited time (see for more discussion the last blog). Gallahue, 1996) is designed around individual student's developmental needs rather than achievement of content-specific goals. Developmental physical education (DPE).

Physical Education

SHAPE America

AUGUST 2, 2023

If you often find yourself wondering or asking in an online community what you should do in PE this week or next week or how to start, then you picked the right article to read. So, starting with these standards as the foundation for deciding what you do is imperative to helping your students achieve those goals.

Physical Education

PLT4M

AUGUST 9, 2024

Physical education classes offer unique opportunities for students to explore fitness, health, and wellness. Many PE classes at the high school level look to take essential steps to transition students from school to an adult life that still values and prioritizes personal fitness and wellness.

Fitness

SHAPE America

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Using the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework while teaching lacrosse in PE will allow you to provide multiple options within the learning environment, thus creating equity and accessibility for ALL students. What’s New in the USA Lacrosse PE Curriculum. Incorporate Lacrosse in Your PE Classes.

Physical Education

PE Scholar

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Investigating the potential differences in motor competence and physical fitness between pupils with different academic achievements in PE.

Physical Fitness

Reinventing the Game

AUGUST 11, 2024

The Perfect Physical Education (PE) classroom – What does it look like? Is PE a guilt-trip subject for education systems to ensure there is a balance in their existence? I have to find some consensus as I have been a PE teacher for almost three decades and that is bound to mean something. The struggle is real. environment.

Physical Education

Drowning in the Shallow

FEBRUARY 20, 2022

A week does not go by without some big claim being made about the positive developmental benefits of PE. PE will sort out children’s behaviour, better prepare children for the work place and create a fit and healthy nation. This week’s big claim is that PE will improve children’s academic achievement.

PE

SHAPE America

MARCH 24, 2022

Educational systems and disciplines around the world implement standards that outline the achievement expectations for students. Standards throughout the educational systems around the world are changing to fit the needs and lives of our new generation of students. You Have a Voice.

Physical Education

PLT4M

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The 6 ISBE PE standards help to outline the guiding principles for developing the physically literate individual through physical education. 6 ISBE Pe Standards There are 6 ISBE PE standards for physical education teachers to consider. There is a lot to cover in a short amount of time during a semester or school year.

PE

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

SMART goals for PE give a great structure and outline to allow every student to set challenging yet attainable goals within physical activity and overall health. Often, people find themselves setting bigger goals that can take time to achieve. This article will explore fitness, physical activity, and physical education SMART goals.

PE

Reinventing the Game

APRIL 14, 2022

It is a combination of work stress, doubts about alignment of what I want with what it should it be like to be a Physical Education (PE) teacher, fatigue, etc. came after a discussion with a fellow teacher in the all-consuming discussion of what PE is and what it should look like. Or is it vice versa? considering all parts?

Physical Education

Montessori Physical Education

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

When I was a kid, I thought the point of PE was having fun. That was until it was time for the Presidential Fitness Test. Funny enough, these tests were designed to evaluate students for “ military preparedness” more than evaluating fitness. Are these fitness evaluations the best way to measure progress in our students?

PE

PLT4M

AUGUST 15, 2023

For example, the three-sport varsity athlete is in a sport season all year long and therefore doesn’t also need PE. This still means that the local school district must approve and adopt this policy, but schools have a growing option to offer students waivers for PE. Full STUDY Students in marching band.

Physical Education

PLT4M

OCTOBER 27, 2022

PE teachers can choose from endless PE activities without equipment. We share six examples of fitness-focused pe activities without equipment and provide a downloadable PDF of even more lessons for your physical education class. Free Fitness Lessons For P.E. No equipment, no problem. Get Access Here.

PE

Montessori Physical Education

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

The ability to teach through games would become my life's calling, as that is what I strive to do with PE lessons that integrate with the classroom curriculum. Traditional educational methods tend to have a one-size-fits-all approach, which can be like trying to fit a square peg into a round hole.

PE

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

There are countless fitness trackers and smartphone apps available for individual use. And with the rise of wearable devices and fitness apps, schools have reimagined what a data-driven approach to physical education can look like. Next, we take a closer look at how three schools are using fitness tracking to empower students.

Physical Activity

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Arguments Against Physical Education in Schools To thoroughly explore the question “should physical education be required” let’s start with the arguments against PE. PE programs now boast a comprehensive approach to introducing students to different forms of physical fitness, health, and wellness.

Physical Education

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Over her career, she helped secure over $200,000 of grant funding for implementation of heart rate technology, fitness equipment, and PLT4M. While Christi has retired from teaching after over 30 years in the field, she is still sharing insights and ideas for PE programs across the country. Slide from Funding Your PE Program webinar.

Physical Education

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Free Professional Development For PE From full courses to on-demand webinars, tap into the PLT4M classroom for continuing education opportunities for physical education teachers. . It might be tempting to look at children’s lack of physical fitness and point the finger at ‘lazy kids.’ PLT4M Classroom.

Academics

PLT4M

AUGUST 22, 2023

Less than 25% of children achieve the recommended 60 minutes of physical activity a day. Only 26% of high school-aged students attend PE classes 5 days a week. Muscular Fitness – Builds strong muscles and endurance. Heart & Lunge Health – Improves blood pressure and aerobic fitness.

Physical Education

PLT4M

APRIL 2, 2024

Physical education plays a crucial role in shaping the health and fitness habits of individuals from an early age. Lifetime fitness activities are workouts, exercises, and sports that people can continue to enjoy and benefit from at any stage of their lives, regardless of their age or fitness level.

Fitness

The PE Geek

APRIL 14, 2020

To help your students get active on their own, we’ve decided to release our Fitness Tests iPhone, iPad & Android app FREE. This app has been around since 2011 and was designed as a simple resource to support students through independent fitness test batteries. Fitness Tests at Home Task. also available in PDF form).

Fitness

Gopher Sport

JULY 12, 2024

Effective Physical Education (PE) instruction hinges on thorough lesson planning. Clearly define what you want your students to achieve throughout the lesson. These can include fitness tests, skill assessments, or even game rules recall. Specific (Clearly Defined Objectives) SMART lesson planning begins with specific objectives.

PE Teacher

PLT4M

APRIL 17, 2023

It is essential for students to learn how to stay fit and healthy. A fitness curriculum can help teachers to provide students with the knowledge and skills they need to stay fit and active. There are countless physical education curriculum models that PE teachers can adopt. Free Fitness Lessons For P.E.

Physical Education

PLT4M

APRIL 22, 2024

Instead, PE teachers can introduce basic gymnastics skills in just about any gymnasium or space. As always, PE teachers can use their discretion and experience to determine what structure and format makes the most sense for their class and audience. Let’s take a closer look at a drill example from each of the 6 categories.

PE Teacher

PLT4M

AUGUST 25, 2022

Exercise and fitness should not be a one size fits all approach. Modified exercises allow every individual to succeed in fitness. Any type of injury from working out will likely stop a student’s fitness journey in its tracks. PE teacher Adam Hughes reviews with a student how to scale a movement with a PVC pipe.

Exercise

PLT4M

JULY 14, 2022

Assessment in PE It is important to note that assessment does not equal testing. Testing implies pass/fail, and this, for our purposes, is useless when it comes to fitness, performance, and physical education. Let’s first start with making sure we set the record straight on our terminology. get the free e-book now. Find a Time.

Assessment

The PE Hub

APRIL 18, 2024

Breaking Boundaries: Teaching Cricket in Primary Schools As summer fast approaches (hopefully bringing the sunny weather with it), so do the ‘summer sports’ in PE. Thinking carefully about the focus for the activity and adapting it to fit in a smaller space makes it achievable in a primary school setting. All the best, Jack

Primary School

PLT4M

JUNE 13, 2023

Functional fitness is any exercise or workout that improves your body’s natural movement patterns. This article will discuss what functional fitness is, why it is important, and how to incorporate it into physical education and everyday life. Functional Fitness on full display!

Fitness

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

The Physical Education Framework for California Public Schools is a 342-page document that outlines the California state standards for PE. But to start, it is helpful to understand the overarching goal and mission of the California State PE standards. But they don’t need to take on this task alone!

PE

PLT4M

JULY 31, 2023

Positive reinforcement for their achievements and constructive feedback on areas of improvement can boost students’ confidence and motivation. Goal Setting and Achievement: Regularly tracking students’ progress helps them set achievable goals and work towards accomplishing them.

Physical Education

Heartzones

AUGUST 5, 2024

Unfortunately, these errors can significantly impact the validity and reliability of your program’s fitness and health assessments. Awareness of these common mistakes in PE can help both teachers and students improve the accuracy and effectiveness of their assessment practices. Solution: Use visual aids and practice demonstrations.

PE

The PE Hub

OCTOBER 26, 2021

10 Tips for good PE. We have 10 tips for good PE which you can use as a checklist to ensure your lessons are always on point. Or if you are a new teacher use these 10 tips for good PE to help plan and deliver your lessons for great pupil engagement and progress. What does it mean to be organised when teaching PE?

PE

The PE Hub

JANUARY 23, 2023

Here’s how to prepare for Children’s Mental Health Week with The PE Hub: Connect with other people The first one fits right in with the 2023 theme. Our high-quality PE planning resources empower teachers to deliver better physical education and introduce children to the benefits of keeping active that will last a lifetime.

Health

Gopher Sport

OCTOBER 26, 2023

It is hard to accept that some students don’t enjoy being active and fit. If they don’t like PE, they probably don’t have a positive feeling toward their teacher and vice versa. Often, teachers resent having to spend more time with students who don’t like PE than with students who are self-motivated.

Motivation

PLT4M

MARCH 3, 2023

Virtual PE is becoming an increasingly popular way to provide physical education to students. Virtual PE is a great way to engage students in physical activity while teaching important physical education concepts. Virtual PE in the Age of Virtual Schools Virtual schools are here to stay. No matter where they are.

PE

PLT4M

JULY 18, 2022

Therefore, the first week of PE is a pivotal time to make the right impression on students. . Is this the face of someone dreading next block PE? Let's change that pre-PE feeling for students! Free Fitness Lessons For P.E. Everything from two truths and a lie to relay races can be great pe icebreakers for your students.

Physical Education