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. Effective PE sub plans are essential to ensure that students continue to engage in meaningful physical activity no matter who is leading the class.

PE

SHAPE America

JULY 25, 2024

Teaching media literacy in skills-based health education can do just that. Digital wellness education addresses the physical and emotional health impacts of media use, with attention to helping develop the conscious, balanced use of media that aligns with an individual’s goals for their health and well-being.

Health Education

SHAPE America

JUNE 4, 2024

When I began my teaching career in 2007, I was 22 years old. Four years of college had gone by faster than I could blink my eyes and then I was back in high school — now responsible for the education of students who were only four to seven years younger than me. I was finally prioritizing my deep-rooted desire to grow as an educator.

Physical Education

SHAPE America

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Wisconsin Health and Physical Education (WHPE), a SHAPE America state affiliate, has been “speaking out” for quality health and physical education in Wisconsin for more than two decades. Advocating for health and physical education is worth the effort!

Physical Education

SHAPE America

OCTOBER 3, 2023

What if the entire school and community applauded students for developing the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary to be health-literate individuals ? As a middle school health and physical education teacher, I know first-hand that initiatives impacting the whole school and surrounding community can be powerful.

Health

SHAPE America

MARCH 21, 2023

As a physical educator in northern Minnesota, I have to be prepared for long winters with lots of snow! Here are a few winter activities for elementary PE that include opportunities to practice personal responsibility, cultural studies, and physical fitness outside. She also serves on the MNSHAPE Board of Directors.

Elementary

SHAPE America

APRIL 20, 2023

And with the celebration of healthy lifestyles, active minds and bodies, let’s reflect on the importance of physical education and sports. Never underestimate your ability to create and teach new games and activities. Promote local community opportunities that give students an opportunity to participate in physical activity.

Physical Activity

SHAPE America

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Ask, Listen, Learn Supports Health Literacy Designed alongside a team of educators and organizations specializing in elementary and middle school, the Ask, Listen, Learn underage drinking prevention program consists of 7 animated videos with accompanying lesson plans and activities that are ready for you to use.

Health

Physical Education Ideas

MAY 2, 2023

In a world where technology and innovation dominate, the importance of Health and Physical Education is often overlooked. In this blog post, we will explore the reasons why teaching Health and Physical Education is crucial and how literacy is the foundational skill upon which all knowledge is built.

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

SHAPE America

MAY 31, 2022

In the fall of 1971 — less than a year before Title IX was passed — I was hired to head the Department of Physical Education at Kansas State University (K-State). The 1971 yearbook notes that women’s intercollegiate teams were “coached by members of the women’s Physical Education Department and sponsored by the Intramural Department.

Academics

Arizona Health and Physical Education

AUGUST 7, 2023

Finally, use this toolkit to share how this professional development experience will lead to more effective teaching and better learners in the classroom. This coming November 1-3, in Phoenix, my professional organization, Arizona Health and Physical Education, will be hosting its annual State Convention & Expo.

Physical Education

Slow Chat PE

JUNE 2, 2023

We have witnessed the pendulum swing towards a more just and inclusive health and physical education field. Notably, we observe positive shifts in areas such as elementary school fitness testing, the reconsideration of dodgeball, and the adoption of skills-based health education.

Schooling

PLT4M

MAY 22, 2024

Health education is a critical component of a well-rounded educational program, equipping students with the knowledge and skills they need to make informed decisions about their health and well-being. Let’s be honest, health class has a bad wrap!

Health Education

Human Kinetics

MARCH 22, 2021

In the presentation below, Human Kinetics authors Sarah Benes and Holly Alperin discuss skills-based health education, the skill development model, and increasing student self-efficacy. . . . . Check out our titles in our Health Education , Physical Education , and Adapted Physical Education Collections.

Health Education

i-phys-ed

APRIL 12, 2021

As an early career teacher, physical education to me was about sports and getting kids active. The post The Role of Health in Physical Education appeared first on iPhys-Ed.com.

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

PLT4M

JUNE 12, 2024

Middle school health curriculum is critically important because it targets students at a pivotal age when they are developing habits and attitudes that will influence their future health. Challenges Of Middle School Health Curriculum There has never been a sole curriculum or singular approach to health education within schools.

Middle School

Slow Chat PE

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Adopt-a-Gym is a “ by kids, for kids ” fundraiser where schools raise funds to purchase physical education equipment for other schools that are short on resources to purchase adequate equipment for themselves.”. His story is amazing and I can’t wait to get him on the Shapes of Identity podcast! What Kevin is doing is amazing.

Physical Education

Human Kinetics

MAY 23, 2023

Human Kinetics (HK), the premier publisher of K-12 and higher education resources for physical education (PE), health education, adapted physical activity, and dance, acquired the online school effective March 31.

Online Schooling

Learning Through Sport

OCTOBER 26, 2020

Concept based learning and thematic curriculum for physical education have been suggested for reconceptualisation of PE curricula that is more educatively focused and strengths-based. Basketball as a concept might be the focus of one term of PE which is dedicated to the theme: education in movement.

Physical Education

Human Kinetics

MARCH 22, 2021

In the presentation below, Human Kinetics author Ray Breed introduces the concepts of game sense and thematic curriculum approaches when teaching games to learners. Teaching Game Sense presentation slides. . By Ray Breed, Lecturer at Swinburne University of Technology in Hawthorn, Australia. Presentation Material.

Teaching

Arizona Health and Physical Education

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Hello Arizona Health and Physical Educators! My name is Lara Cox and I am grateful to have recently become the President of Arizona Health and Physical Education. I have chosen this to challenge our association, our members and all AZ Health & Physical Education teachers.

Physical Education

Human Kinetics

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Mentoring Student Teachers presentation slides Resources Related to the Presentation Check out our titles in our Health Education , Physical Education , and Adapted Physical Education Collections, including Physical Education edTPA Online Preparation Guide and Health Education edTPA Online Preparation Guide.

Teacher

Human Kinetics

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Presented by Shonna Snyder, PhD, CHES, research scientist at The Mast Cell Disease Society, and former associate professor of health and physical education at Gardner-Webb University. . After viewing the presentation, download a certificate of completion for Reflection: A Critical Teaching Practice. .

Teaching

Human Kinetics

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Presented by Nancy Egner Markos, MEd, retired elementary physical education and health specialist, and retired clinical instructor for the University of Virginia. . In the presentation, Human Kinetics author Nancy Egner Markos talks about teaching fundamental motor skills to young students. . Professional Development.

Teaching

PLT4M

JULY 27, 2022

At PLT4M, we wholeheartedly believe in the power of physical education, health, and wellness for students. However, one leader in the world of education who has always been an advocate is Michael B. Horn speaks and writes about the future of education. Horn. Michael B. ” (pg. Great—For The First Time?

Physical Education

Physical Education Ideas

AUGUST 6, 2021

Teaching Health can be intimidating and sensitive, depending on the topic. Teaching Health can also be the most rewarding subject to teach as you get to engage in critical content that helps to develop life skills. Did you know that a properly taught Health program reduces the risk of heart disease by 2.16

Teaching

Human Kinetics

MARCH 22, 2021

Check out our titles in our Health Education , Physical Education , and Adapted Physical Education collections, including Live Well Middle School Health. . Unauthorized access, duplication, or distribution of it is a violation of copyright law. . Live Well presentation flyer. .

Middle School

PLT4M

MAY 15, 2024

The program provides versatile classroom resources to facilitate conversations about the effects of alcohol on the developing brain with your students, while teaching them about the scientific effects of what they put in their bodies. FAQ What other health education topics does PLT4M have?

Nervous system

PLT4M

APRIL 22, 2024

When it comes to preparing for gymnastics lesson plans in physical education, you don’t need an Olympic style set up from pommel horses to parallel bars. At PLT4M, we recommend teaching gymnastic skills to the entire class allowing ample students time to practice the movements together.

PE Teacher

Human Kinetics

JUNE 20, 2022

Presented by George Graham, PhD, retired physical education professor. . In the presentation below, Human Kinetics author George Graham shares about his career that has spanned teaching physical education at the K-12 level, university level, and, now retired, as a volunteer with the Boys and Girls Club.

Motor Skills

Human Kinetics

MARCH 22, 2021

By Adam Mullis, Middle School Health and Physical Education Teacher and Coach. In the presentation below, Adam Mullis discusses the process of planning a curriculum for teaching students online, in-person, and a hybrid model. He also shares games and actives to engage all students. . . Presentation Material.

Middle School

Human Kinetics

JUNE 20, 2022

Learn more from the presenters by checking out Designing and Teaching Fitness Education Courses and Organization and Administration of Physical Education. Also, check out more of our health education , physical education , and adapted physical education resources. . . . . .

Fitness

Human Kinetics

MARCH 22, 2021

Specific invasion games and examples are provided to demonstrate effective teaching and learning of these games and some assessment ideas are investigated. . . Presentation Material. All content within this presentation, including accompanying handouts, is the copyrighted work of the author unless otherwise noted. Book from the Presenter.

Physical Education

The Physical Educator

DECEMBER 5, 2022

When I made the jump from teaching to full-time instructional coaching and content creation, I knew that I needed to get crystal clear in regard to the philosophy that would guide my work. Through that reflection, the idea of a Full-Stack Physical Educator was born. Happy Teaching! Take Action!

Wellness

Heartzones

JULY 25, 2024

Physical Education Technology in Hong Kong See how Heart Zones’ wearable technology, or Smart PE, is spreading around the world with a glimpse into a primary school in China! The students at Baptist Lui Ming Choi Primary are loving the new addition to their Physical Education program. ” Student Approved!

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