Learning Through Sport

OCTOBER 10, 2021

In a previous blog (available here ) I considered the idea of meaningful understanding of sport using a game based approach. In this blog, I explore the concept of meaningful sport further. Sport is a highly valued social activity. I.e. if you do not adopt an active lifestyle your life expectancy will be shortened.

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PLT4M

JUNE 15, 2023

Over ten years ago, researchers first set out to answer the question, “What is physical literacy?” ” “Physical literacy is the ability to move with competence and confidence in a wide variety of physical activities in multiple environments that benefit the healthy development of the whole person.”

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Gopher PE

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Due to a variety of factors including less opportunity for physical activity throughout the day, more seated classroom time, and fewer foundational motor experiences (swinging, climbing trees, jumping rope, building forts, and kicking the can in the alley), children’s fundamental motor skills are on the decline ( Brian et al.,

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Gopher PE

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Because we are the movement experts. The CDC defines recess as “a regularly scheduled period in the school day for physical activity and play that is monitored by trained staff or volunteers. Here are just a few as outlined by the CDC: Increasing their level of physical activity.

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Open Phys Ed

APRIL 9, 2024

Created by: John Strong, Nichole Wilder Special Contributions: Charla Krahnke, Aaron Hart, Andrea Hart, Eliza Kuhn This module is intended to be a 15-day Sport Education season with 6 teams that remain the same for the entire season. injury prevention, proper alignment, hydration, use of equipment, implementation of rules, sun protection).

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PLT4M

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Below are 5 different examples that could be used as stand-alone units or mixed and matched within a larger middle school physical education program. . 1) Foundational Fitness Foundational fitness is a must-have middle school physical education unit. An introduction to all things movement and fitness!

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Spark PE

JANUARY 14, 2022

One of the many aspects of life affected was physical activity. All in-person recreation was closed, including youth sports, dance, martial arts, and exercise classes. All in-person recreation was closed, including youth sports, dance, martial arts, and exercise classes.

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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.

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Open Phys Ed

JULY 10, 2023

Created by: Charla Krahnke, John Strong, Skyler Boles, Nichole Wilder Special Contributions: Aaron Hart, Andrea Hart, Victor Spadaro This module is intended to be a 15-day Sport Education season with 6 teams that remain the same for the entire season.

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Open Phys Ed

MARCH 20, 2022

Students will also benefit from the Form 101 component of this module, which teaches fundamental athletic skills, running posture, leg movements, and arm movements. Rising New York Road Runners is a free, nationwide program that helps youth develop the ability, confidence, and desire to be physically active for life.

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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. The critical ingredient: ensuring physical literacy for young people in challenging times. PE Deep Dive.

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PLT4M

MARCH 6, 2023

Adapted physical education and adapted physical activity programs play a critical role in promoting physical activity and overall well-being for individuals with disabilities. In this article Alex X. About The Author : Alex X. In simple words, they become better at their lessons and learning.

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PLT4M

JUNE 20, 2023

For example, a teacher could display an instructional video of a physical activity. Shape America ) Because physical activity and skill development are core pillars of physical education, the options for modeling in physical education are endless. The options for modeling in education are endless!

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Gopher PE

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Due to a variety of factors including less opportunity for physical activity throughout the day, more seated classroom time, and fewer foundational motor experiences (swinging, climbing trees, jumping rope, building forts, and kicking the can in the alley), children’s fundamental motor skills are on the decline ( Brian et al.,

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PLT4M

APRIL 26, 2023

In principle, the American public has always understood the importance of an active healthy lifestyle. Physical activity and fitness improve physical, emotional, social, and emotional well-being. So why is physical education important?

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PLT4M

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

As physical education teachers work to implement a quality physical education program aligned to the California state standards for PE, we break down actionable steps and examples to support students’ journey for a physically active healthy lifestyle.

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Skillastics

JULY 1, 2022

Faced with the unique obstacle of continuing physical activity and movement while living and learning remotely, we rose to the challenge and created our own programming: Digital Programs that could be used in remote, hybrid, or onsite classroom environments. Variety for them Imagine for a minute that it’s time for school lunch.

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Skillastics

JULY 1, 2022

Faced with the unique obstacle of continuing physical activity and movement while living and learning remotely, we rose to the challenge and created our own programming: Digital Programs that could be used in remote, hybrid, or onsite classroom environments. Variety For Them Imagine for a minute that it’s time for school lunch.

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PLT4M

APRIL 17, 2023

Fitness curriculum focuses on building skills in physical activity options that students can do beyond the walls of schools. And while these are great physical activity options, they only support some students’ long-term physical fitness.

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PLT4M

MAY 17, 2023

.” Therefore, we want to align the goals of physical education with the evidence based practices in education. A teacher works with students in physical education class. Studies have long indicated that regular physical activity for children has a wide range of benefits.

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PLT4M

APRIL 17, 2023

Historically, sport coaches and strength coaches have worked with high school athletes, but now physical education teachers are getting involved. Lastly, there is the added complication of student-athletes on different sports and team schedules. A popular approach is to introduce the powerlifts and other Olympic lift variations.

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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. What is Fitness Education?

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PLT4M

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Physical education provides cognitive content and instruction designed to develop motor skills, knowledge, and behaviors for physical activity and physical fitness.” Physical education should do the same! Middle school PE lesson plans balance lifelong fitness activities and fun pe games.

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PLT4M

JUNE 14, 2022

Most physical education classes have a diverse range of students with varying interests and abilities. Physical education programs want to find physical activity opportunities that will excite and engage students. Historically, many schools have chosen a sport education model for students.

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PLT4M

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Sean Fullerton is a former secondary physical education teacher and current Ph.D. student at the University of New Mexico in the Health, Exercise, and Sports Science Department. Be on the lookout for lots of great content from Sean as he helps take the academic angle of physical education best practices. Hannon, J.

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PLT4M

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Now, a quality physical education program offers a wide range of physical activity options like pickleball, yoga, dance, and other lifetime fitness activities. million students participate in high school sports. That means half of all high school students in the United States participate in sports!

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PLT4M

JULY 19, 2022

Sean Fullerton is a former secondary physical education teacher and current Ph.D. student at the University of New Mexico in the Health, Exercise, and Sports Science Department. In this article, Sean explores technology use in physical education. International Journal Of Human Movement Science , 12 (2), 27–42. Prusak, K.

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PLT4M

APRIL 5, 2023

Not all students want to lift heavy weights and do movements like back squat, power clean, and bench press. In this article, we look at the legacy of Bigger Faster Stronger and how companies like PLT4M continue to empower young athletes and students in the weight room and fitness center. 45 years later, we have come a long way!

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