Skillastics

JUNE 23, 2022

Studies have proven that physical movement helps kids improve their memory, increase their motivation, and improve motor skills. Movement and physical activity truly helps kids think and learn differently. We are so excited to have partnered with physical education leaders, bringing joy and fun back to movement for two decades!

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Skillastics

MAY 10, 2022

Here are five easy ways to increase student engagement and movement in your students by 50%. If you capture their attention right away with a creative, engaging activity you’ll keep their interest for the duration. The post Five Ways to Increase Student Movement and Engagement appeared first on Skillastics. party as well.

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Gopher Sport

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Recent evidence suggests that adding developmentally appropriate cognitive demands to patterned movement stimulates executive function and the precursor skills to reading and math ( Paschen et al., The ability to synchronize movements with rhythm is fundamental to children’s ability to pull to a stand, walk, run, skip, and gallop.

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Gopher Sport

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Francis’s School (STFS) in Western Australia, the Physical Education (PE) program plays a crucial role in helping students rediscover their love for movement and physical activity. Simon and his colleagues work tirelessly to reignite the students’ awareness of the importance of movement for life and vitality. STFS is a C.A.R.E.

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Gopher Sport

AUGUST 28, 2023

According to Carolyn Temertzoglou in her article posted on the Gopher Sport blog, “Non-Traditional Sports in PE” Carolyn references non-traditional games “provide new experiences, opportunities for positive social interaction, and develop movement competence within fun/joyful experiences.” Skills Developed: Forehand/backhand.

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MSU

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Use our six criteria for a motivating practice activity to grade your own practice activities. Every coach should want players to be highly motivated during a practice activity. But where does that motivation come from? Are some players just motivated from the inside? Or does motivation arise from the practice activities?

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Reinventing the Game

APRIL 14, 2022

Without doubt, as experts, we can predict much movement outcomes when it comes to skills, values, etc. We want students to use their mind in the task we give them – as oppose to them not using it ), etc. Are all this attempts to put the horse before the cart too explicitly?

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Learning Through Sport

JUNE 30, 2021

Developments in curriculum frameworks around the world have formalised a rationale for critical thinking, problem solving and creativity in PE as elements in both curriculum design and in the wording of student achievement standards. Critical thinking can be learned.

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Gopher Sport

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Looking for a challenging content domain to motivate children to learn a broad range of motor skills? The goal of parkour is to overcome various obstacles in an efficient and creative way by jumping, swinging, climbing, and running. Types of Movement Families: 1. In this movement, children overcome obstacles using a back roll.

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School Yard

JANUARY 23, 2019

Motivating students to develop a life-long love of healthy movement and physical activity is just one of several unique challenges for PE educators. A class period full of agility and skill-building movements can be fun and an adventurous change of pace. Creative Tools for Your PE Obstacle Course.

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Teen Health 101

MAY 17, 2022

Exercise is known to affect your physical health substantially, but movement also has many benefits on your mental health and well-being. Mindful movement is also a helpful distraction from anxiety and helps one become more present. Social exercise also motivates physical activity and promotes interaction.

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Gopher Sport

AUGUST 16, 2024

Her passion for movement and creativity led her to develop a brand that promotes health, joy, and community through hula hooping. For more details and videos visit www.chulahoopsusa.com/tahperd. Marty is dedicated to encouraging others to embrace fun and fitness in their lives.

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Gopher Sport

JUNE 27, 2023

Incorporate engaging warm-up activities that are fun, inclusive, and reinforce basic movement skills. Establishing positive relationships can foster trust, motivation, and a sense of belonging, ultimately enhancing the overall learning experience. Be excited, enthusiastic, creative, and flexible!

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Gopher Sport

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Recent evidence suggests that adding developmentally appropriate cognitive demands to patterned movement stimulates executive function and the precursor skills to reading and math ( Paschen et al., The ability to synchronize movements with rhythm is fundamental to children’s ability to pull to a stand, walk, run, skip, and gallop.

Physical Education 52

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TinCan Physed

JULY 24, 2021

These four areas are: Movement Competencies (Physical Domain of Learning): Involves developing proficiency in object control, stability, and locomotor skills to sequence movement in a wide variety of physical activity settings.

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TinCan Physed

JULY 24, 2021

These four areas are: Movement Competencies (Physical Domain of Learning): Involves developing proficiency in object control, stability, and locomotor skills to sequence movement in a wide variety of physical activity settings. ABC’S of Athleticism: Agility, Balance, Coordination, Speed.

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Aspire-Ed

OCTOBER 12, 2022

It helps children master fundamental movement skills. Chatting to Ryan, he explained the motivation behind setting up RB Gym & Sport, and why he’s developed this new online course. It’s in line with the national primary curriculum. And yet gymnastics is barely covered in initial teacher training.

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MSU

APRIL 12, 2019

Perhaps the most important goal for coaches is developing the movement skills of their athletes. Technical skills are the movements used by individual players to achieve important game outcomes, like shooting a basketball jump shot, or putting a shot on goal in soccer or lacrosse. The problem lies with instruction.

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Active Schools Us

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

But I had this PE teacher that was very encouraging – tough but motivational. Like many PE teachers, he’s had to find ways to engage the kids there in person and the ones at home who are in living rooms and in basements – their creatively is boundless. Are you ready to join the movement? It’s just amazing.

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SHAPE America

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Reduce Frustration: Adapted equipment removes barriers, keeping students engaged and motivated. These adaptations are grouped based on their function whether its improving access, guiding movement, or breaking down skills into manageable steps. Fly Swatter Striker How: Attach a fly swatter to a students arm using a sweatband.

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Gopher Sport

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Engagement : Students find jump bands fun and challenging, increasing their motivation and participation in class. The goal isn’t to replicate exactly what I’m doing but to inspire creativity and innovation in teaching methods.” Social Interaction : Working in groups encourages teamwork and communication skills.

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