PLT4M

JANUARY 27, 2025

Elementary physical education teachers have a lot to cover! Challenges Finding Elementary PE Lesson Plans For elementary PE teachers, finding the right lesson plans can feel like navigating a disjointed maze of resources. Platforms like Teachers Pay Teachers offer creative ideas, but most schools dont fund these purchases.

Elementary

PLT4M

MARCH 3, 2025

When a physical education teacher can’t be in class, whether due to illness, professional development, or personal matters, the show must go on. Well-thought-out PE sub plans not only help maintain the flow of the class but also ensure that students stay active, motivated, and safe, even in the PE teachers absence.

PE

SHAPE America

AUGUST 4, 2022

At some point, most physical education teachers have had to give up the gym for a concert, rehearsal, assembly, construction, or other school/community activity. At times it was a challenge, but the experience proved to be great for my mental health, creativity, and growth as a teacher. It’s not unusual. Additional Resources.

Gyms

SHAPE America

OCTOBER 10, 2023

LESSONS FROM HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATORS We need health and physical education (HPE) teachers to flood classrooms at all levels with ideas and inspiration. HPE teachers already have it figured out! As the American College of Sports Medicine puts it, Exercise is Medicine. Active and healthy students are better learners.

Physical Activity

SHAPE America

APRIL 18, 2023

Every May, we celebrate physical educators and coaches — the “champions” who help kids gain the confidence, competence, and motivation to be physically active in school, before and after school, and for the rest of their lives. Here is a sample fun beginner circuit (listed as a regression/primary exercise/progression).

Motor Skills

Active Schools Us

JUNE 6, 2024

Teachers can use adversity as an opportunity to help students get better, grow stronger, change, and learn. Students were given a Post-It to write a motivational message. My goal is for this exercise to help students in the future when they need a moment of inspiration. I want students to feel that they can overcome anything!

Teaching

PLT4M

JUNE 7, 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 motivational theories in physical education. PLT4M Classroom.

Motivation

Heartzones

OCTOBER 26, 2023

” ~ Dena Scudieri, PE Teacher at Joyce Kilmer School What was your first experience with Physical Education technology? “I love the MOTIVATION TO KEEP MOVING!” Dena shares how the admin is “in awe of the excitement and motivation that it brings her students.” “Heart Zones.

Schooling

The Sporting

MARCH 24, 2023

If you’re looking for fitness motivation, we’ve compiled a list of 10 popular fitness influencers on Instagram to follow this year! If you’re looking for motivation to pump those muscles and abs, you should follow him. For her, family health is the priority and she shares her workouts and fitness motivation on her page.

Fitness

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Teachers want to know exactly how to hit on SEL competencies in lesson plans. For example, teachers use mindfulness lesson plans as a way to incorporate explicit SEL activities for high school students. Let’s dive into 10 examples teachers can use in their classrooms! Social Emotional Learning wheel.

High School

Montessori Physical Education

AUGUST 27, 2023

What is the first thing a physical education teacher should do at the beginning of the year? Talk to your classroom teachers. I am a physical education teacher and I have my own classroom, whether it be the gym or outside.” As a physical education teacher, you know PE is not expendable.

PE

Reinventing the Game

JUNE 15, 2021

This is perhaps opposed to the more palatable perspective of skills learning as solely mechanical and existing in a ‘simple’ environment of learner and teacher, i.e. how movement is created. It is more a journey taken together with the teacher through carefully thought out lesson designs that consider task-learner-environment.

Physical Education

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?

Physical Education

Gopher Sport

APRIL 10, 2024

Motivate Students and Increase Activity Time with BlazePod By: Kevin Hopp, Zeke Bailes, Hank van der Merwe In an age where sedentary lifestyles have become the norm, the quest for engaging and innovative physical education solutions has led to the introduction of BlazePod , a ground breaking Flash Reflex Training system into schools.

Motivation

Aspire-Ed

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

The moves, exercises and activities that make up gymnastics help children to understand the way their bodies move, and how these movements can be coordinated and controlled. Explaining to pupils how gymnastics can help them develop and progress in their favourite sport can be a strong motivator. Gymnasts exercise body and mind.

Primary School

PLT4M

JULY 18, 2022

This article explores physical education ice breaker activities and gives teachers free content to use in class. Students can be nervous and anxious about their new classmates, teacher, and class. Why Are Physical Education Ice Breakers Important? The start of a new semester or school year can be intimidating for students.

Physical Education

PLT4M

OCTOBER 13, 2022

The purpose of this collaboration is to support physical education teachers and coaches to provide better access and inclusion for students with disabilities. . With a blend of curriculum and technology, PLT4M empowers students to be engaged and motivated within their personal fitness journey. Ready to Learn More? . Learn MORE.

Motor Skills

Reinventing the Game

MAY 1, 2021

The value of learning from understanding is true even for us teachers except that we are expected to expedite this for the benefit of effective teaching the soonest. In the same vein, I think I need to reflect what has changed for me as a teacher on the ground.

Physical Education

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. 2015), motivation (Melton et al., Physical educators also often use technology for teacher productivity such as websites and e-documents (Baek et al.,

Physical Education

Heartzones

JUNE 27, 2023

Students can learn about target heart rates, the importance of regular exercise, and how to monitor their own heart rates during physical activities. Individualized Instruction: Wearable fitness technology allow teachers to individualize instruction based on each student’s fitness levels and heart rate responses.

Fitness

PLT4M

JUNE 15, 2023

” And beyond just ability, people have started to look at the importance of motivation and attitudes toward physical fitness and activity. A student listens as a teacher talks about social emotional learning during a yoga lesson in physical education class. ” (Whitehead M. International Physical Literacy Association.

Physical Education

Gopher Sport

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

However, for those who aren’t fans of exercise, PE is not a class to look forward to. Sometimes PE teachers face a tough job getting students engaged and motivated in their lessons, so let’s take a look at some tactics that can help.

PE

Heartzones

JULY 25, 2024

Teacher Tested… Led by Chairlady of the Health Education Committee, Phoenix Tong, 30 PE instructors gathered at Baptist Lui Ming Choi Primary to take time to learn how Heart Zones works from the perspective of both teacher AND student. ” Student Approved!

PE

Gopher Sport

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

By gamifying the experience, Disc It motivates students to hone their skills while enjoying a quick-to-learn game that also emphasizes physical activity. Say goodbye to the groans and complaints about running laps; Disc It makes exercise enjoyable and less of a chore. The best part? Yes, you read that right – a mile!

PE

PE with Palos

JULY 28, 2022

CAPE , Adapted Physical Education Specialist The Zone Cannon Launchers As an itinerant Adapted Physical Education teacher, I love equipment that is durable and can serve many functions. Blasting the balls across the room is a huge motivator for student participation. By Danielle Musser, M.S.,

Teacher

Heartzones

MARCH 25, 2024

He earned his Bachelors of Science in Sports and Exercise Science from the University of Northern Colorado and a Masters in Education with a focus on Integration of Technology in the Classroom from Walden University. In 2016, he was named Secondary Teacher of the Year by SHAPE Colorado.

Elementary

Arizona Health and Physical Education

AUGUST 27, 2024

In addition, the strategies mentioned here are simple suggestions and examples of strategies myself or teachers I have worked with have used. In a game setting, individuals with ASD may struggle with switching between tasks (offense to defense and vice versa) and understanding social cues from teammates and the teacher.

Physical Education

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? for their motivation to play/move.

Schooling

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 20, 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. Student centered learning places the focal point of instruction on the individual needs of the students, rather than the teacher. PLT4M Classroom.

Assessment

The Physical Educator

DECEMBER 5, 2022

A Full-Stack Physical Educator is a teacher who feels empowered in their teaching, continuously cultivates their motivation, and has the grit to prioritize their health. Through reflection, curiosity, and commitment to growth, I never lacked for a sense of passion and purpose in my teaching (Cultivated Motivation).

Wellness

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. PSI does come with more planning and preparation time for teachers, to prepare the workbook and materials for the course ahead of time. 29 Hannon et al.,

Physical Education

School Yard

MARCH 19, 2019

Teachers know, however, that activities reinforcing focus and mindfulness have been useful and beneficial for students for many years. Students and teachers alike use concepts relating to mindfulness to make education more effective and help students learn to manage emotions and practice self-management. Stress is hard on the body.

Physical Education

Elementary PE Teacher

DECEMBER 27, 2018

As an elementary physical education teacher, you notice the excitement more than most; it seems no amount of running, jumping, and playing can rid your students of their energy. But finally, when that blessed break arrives, you’ll have time to breathe, regroup, and plan for how to motivate students the second half of the year.

PE

Gopher Sport

AUGUST 16, 2024

Watch hundreds of PE teachers Hula hooping (some for of the first time) at TAHPERD! Teachers from coast to coast participated in the challenges at the booth and experienced the joy firsthand. Hula hooping is a dynamic form of exercise that significantly benefits the heart. Bigger is easier! Gopher is Sharing the Joy of Success!

PE Teacher

PLT4M

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

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. Organizing the learning environment in physical education (PE) can be a daunting task for teachers, especially with large classes.

Cooperative Learning

PLT4M

MARCH 15, 2023

Because of this, many high school teachers and sports coaches are given the charge to run the high school strength and conditioning program. More importantly, we drive every decision from a constant feedback loop from our teachers, coaches, and students across the country. In addition, it can be confusing and disjointed for students.

High School

PLT4M

JANUARY 18, 2023

Adam Hughes, high school PE teacher and strength coach, works with students in the wieght room during class time. But over the years, we have connected with physical education teachers, strength coaches, sports coaches, and administrators and see consistent themes. We have pulled 7 keys to success from these themes. Click Here.

Strength