Active Schools Us

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Physical education (PE) is critical to students’ overall development. However, PE is often portrayed negatively on television and in movies. Having well-trained, passionate PE teachers is essential to the success of any physical education program. PE and recess are not the same!

Physical Education

PLT4M

OCTOBER 15, 2024

1 to 1 devices in schools offer teachers and students a modern, tech-enhanced approach to student learning. While one-to-one technology has become the norm in many subjects, physical education programs are grappling with the role of technology in the classroom. First, the subject of physical education is rooted in movement.

Physical Education

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Christi Meyer is a long-time advocate for quality physical education programs. 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. Check out her actionable steps to funding physical education programs.

Physical Education

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

And with the rise of wearable devices and fitness apps, schools have reimagined what a data-driven approach to physical education can look like. This article explores the benefits and challenges of physical activity tracking in physical education. See more on SMART Goals for Physical Education ).

Physical Activity

PLT4M

JULY 25, 2023

As technology advances, it is becoming increasingly important for physical education teachers to integrate technology into their classrooms. Technology can provide various benefits to physical education classes, including improved engagement, increased access to resources, and better assessment of student progress.

Physical Education

Reinventing the Game

MAY 1, 2021

Physical Education and Physically Educate. These are students who went through our Physical Education (PE) system and the cue/rule they used was a direct observable expectation of a pass which they conveyed without modification to their peers.

Physical Education

PLT4M

JULY 31, 2023

This article explores all things tracking student progress in physical education. Next, we break down the what, when, and how of tracking student progress in physical education. Benefits of Tracking Student Progress – The Why Tracking student progress benefits students, teachers, administrators, and families.

Physical Education

PE Scholar

JANUARY 23, 2025

Mainstream secondary school PE teachers views and experiences of assessing the learning of pupils with SEND.

Assessment

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. considering all parts?

Physical Education

PLT4M

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Physical education teacher resources can enhance and support the mission of quality physical education in schools all across the country. We explore some of the best physical education teacher resources and how teachers can tap into lesson plans, technology, and more.

Physical Education

PLT4M

JULY 19, 2023

As everyone starts to plan for the upcoming year, this article explores back to school planning for physical education teachers. And while tips and tricks are helpful , PE teachers need actionable plans and strategies for the classroom. In addition, what interests, experiences, and abilities do my students have?

Physical Education

PLT4M

OCTOBER 23, 2023

In addition, they provide Illinois learning standards for a diverse range of subject areas, including physical education. The 6 ISBE PE standards help to outline the guiding principles for developing the physically literate individual through physical education.

PE

Physed n Health

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Physical Education is ‘Education in the Physical.’ ’ Teachers must be able to see that the students are performing movements correctly. PE Teachers’ Challenges first appeared on K12 Physical Education and Health Assessment. What are you doing that works?

PE Teacher

Physed n Health

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Why do you think PE continues to be undermined despite the science? The post What PE Teachers know that School Leaders Ignore! first appeared on K12 Physical Education and Health Assessment. Leave us a comment so others can benefit. Contact us to find out more!

PE Teacher

Gopher Sport

JULY 12, 2024

Effective Physical Education (PE) instruction hinges on thorough lesson planning. This allows you to track progress and assess whether students meet the set goals you’ve outlined. Assessment Tools- You can utilize various assessment tools to measure student progress.

PE Teacher

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

PLT4M

JUNE 14, 2022

There is no one set way to teach physical education. All across the country, physical education teachers tweak and adapt physical education curriculum models to support their unique group of students. Many physical education programs have recently transitioned to a fitness education model.

Physical Education

Heartzones

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Higher Education Teacher & Star Player. Her rise up through the ranks in Physical Education is a positive example to others. Using her many social and emotional and physical skills, the young Smith credits many who mentored her, such as Tracy Wolf. For example, she doesn’t have a storied history.

Physical Education

PLT4M

JULY 19, 2022

Sean Fullerton is a former secondary physical education teacher and current Ph.D. 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.

Physical Education

PLT4M

JUNE 7, 2022

Sean Fullerton is a former secondary physical education teacher and current Ph.D. 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. PLT4M Classroom.

Motivation

PLT4M

AUGUST 31, 2023

Smart boards in the classroom are becoming increasingly popular in physical education classes. We discuss the benefits of using smart boards in physical education classes and provide examples of how teachers can incorporate technology to improve student engagement and learning.

Physical Education

Arizona Health and Physical Education

MAY 9, 2023

May 2023 Greetings Arizona Health and Physical Educators! Elementary Physical Education Workshop in Pomona, California Get out of the heat and head to Pomona, CA for the Elementary Physical Education Workshop, July 16th – 20th, with virtual sessions on Saturday July 15th. Believe me, I get it.

Physical Education

PLT4M

JUNE 5, 2023

Differentiated learning strategies are becoming increasingly important in physical education. By using differentiated learning strategies, physical education teachers can create an environment more conducive to learning, allowing each student to reach their full potential. So let’s take a closer look!

Physical Education

PE Scholar

MARCH 21, 2025

Inspiring the Next Generation of PE Teachers This PE Insights episode features a conversation between host, Nathan Walker, and guest, Vinnie Halsall, a

PE

Physed n Health

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Here is how: What can PE teachers do to participate? The post Every teacher should incorporate PE in every class lesson. first appeared on K12 Physical Education and Health Assessment. We owe it to our children, to our country. It’s a matter of National Security!

Teacher

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. Mistake #3: Using assessments from bygone days (i.e.

PE

Heartzones

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

“I think Heart Zones is a very impactful tool that teachers can utilize to create a Universal Design for Learning (UDL) classroom…” ~ Brian Nassif, PE Teacher at Albert Einstein Academies What was your first experience with Physical Education technology?

Schooling

School Yard

APRIL 3, 2020

We PE teachers are masters of walking into a storeroom and using whatever equipment is there to create amazing opportunities for students to move, collaborate, and be physically literate. Continue your path of standards-based outcomes with formative assessments if you are able. Mike Smith.

Teaching

Elementary PE Teacher

OCTOBER 22, 2018

Many students love physical education. Butthere are always a handful of students in every PE class who dread physical activity. Kids are spending more time indoors in front of electronics and less time engaged in physical activity. Let’s face it: not every student loves physical education.

Physical Education

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Sean Fullerton is a former secondary physical education teacher and current Ph.D. In this article, Sean explores student centered learning examples in physical education with the use of technology. Many physical educators would agree, learning in physical education (PE) should be relevant to the lives of students.

Assessment

School Yard

MARCH 3, 2021

For many school districts today, finding $150,000 for e-Physical Education (e-PE) wearable technology solutions and iPads is the stuff of dreams. Hanover County Public Schools’ Health and Physical Education (HPE) programs had limited technology at their disposal, Adam said. The 2020 legislation allocates $13.2

PE

Aspire-Ed

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Over 90 primary school PE teachers, senior leaders, business managers and governors booked to join us at Millennium Point, all on a mission to boost their PE, school sport and physical activity offering. Assessment in PE. Crichton Casbon - Education Consultant.

Primary School

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. This detailed framework breaks down everything from content standards to grade level outcomes, assessments, and more. But they don’t need to take on this task alone!

PE

Gopher Sport

JULY 15, 2024

STEM Soccer Lesson Example The STEM Soccer lesson plan below from the STEM Sports Multi-Sport Kit is a sneak peek into the ease of integrating a STEM Sports lesson into a health and/or physical education lesson plan. This means teachers can focus more on the teaching, and less on the preparation!

Sports

Physical Education Ideas

MARCH 30, 2019

In my time teaching Physical Education, I have heard this saying (or variations of) more times than I would have liked. I have delivered workshops to general classroom teachers and spoken about the importance of PE – and seen many eyes roll. My favourite part of teaching PE is the real-life experience it gives students.

Sports

Physed n Health

MAY 3, 2021

Last year, PE teachers designed physical activities tracker/log in PhysednHealth to encourage students to log their activities weekly… Then in January, it happened! Students were able to link every day’s unstructured physical activity (helping dad remove the snow) to PE. . It worked (not surprised)!!!

Teacher

Heartzones

JULY 27, 2022

We met with Heart Zones , Garmin, and Polar… Maybe 7-8 years ago, the Mound Westonka district began looking at heart rate sensors to help their students evaluate and assess activity objectively. ” – Mike Wallace High School PE Teacher. They become better at self assessment.”

Schooling