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The Adventure Mile (Middle School)

Open Phys Ed

This new instructional module provides over 100 pages of fitness running instructional tools with fun and cooperative learning activities that teach students about the physical, social and emotional benefits of fitness running as a lifetime fitness activity.

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Modeling In Physical Education

PLT4M

Any model-based instruction a student leads can be a powerful tool for student motivation and engagement. Physical education programs incorporate fitness videos like yoga, dance, or boxing, where students can follow along to the instructor modeling and guiding students through a follow-along workout.

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Student Centered Learning Examples Using Technology

PLT4M

Needs-Supportive Student Centered Learning Examples When teachers build relationships with students and create safe learning environments, students are more willing to try new strategies (Cothran, 2001). Cooperative learning activities that include peer support can stimulate relatedness. References: Colquitt, G.,

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5 Tips To Technology Use In Physical Education

PLT4M

Technology can be useful at enhancing teaching and learning in physical education by increasing physical activity (PA) levels (Melton et al., 2015), motivation (Melton et al., pedometers) related to health-related fitness may not necessarily increase intrinsic motivation (Haslem et al., link] Bodsworth, H., & Goodyear, V.