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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PLT4M

DECEMBER 15, 2022

The Importance Of Physical Education Lesson Plans Physical education as a subject in school has always battled stereotypes. Unfortunately, many wrongly assume that a pe teacher just “rolls out the ball” for a typical PE class. Students follow along to a physical education lesson plan on a tablet.

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PLT4M

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Roxeanne Bush, a middle school PE teacher in Illinois, describes the need for variety and choice , “Students at this level crave choice and different options. As teachers, we need to help foster that with various activities, units, and opportunities throughout the year.

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PLT4M

JUNE 17, 2023

By incorporating movement breaks into the classroom routine, students engage in physical activity, which helps to improve blood circulation and oxygen flow to the brain. Physical activity stimulates the release of endorphins, neurotransmitters that promote a positive mood and improve cognitive abilities.

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PLT4M

MAY 10, 2023

Regular exercise can help boost your confidence and self-esteem while improving your overall physical and mental health. This article will explore the relationship between exercise and self esteem and how schools utilize exercise to increase confidence and self-esteem via physical education.

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PLT4M

JULY 21, 2023

But actually defining and outlining the what, why, and how of quality physical education is a little more challenging. In this article, we set out to provide actionable steps to ensure school districts’ physical education classes serve students’ needs and improve health and wellness.

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PLT4M

MARCH 24, 2023

And while apps and technology have become increasingly prevalent in society, we still don’t see as much integration of technology in physical education. But phys ed apps are becoming a popular addition to physical education classes nationwide. PE teachers see phys ed apps as a way to enhance and improve student learning.

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PLT4M

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

In this article, we’ll discuss the benefits of fitness education for students and how to implement it in the classroom. What is Fitness Education? Fitness education empowers students to explore physical activity and practical skills that support a healthy lifestyle. Ads like this pop up all the time!

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PLT4M

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

And while people argue that regular physical activity can be achieved without physical education, PE lesson plans and curriculum can help equip and ensure students become physically literate. Therefore, physical education can be the conduit for promoting happier and healthier students.

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PLT4M

JULY 19, 2023

And while tips and tricks are helpful , PE teachers need actionable plans and strategies for the classroom. Moreover, physical education presents a unique set of challenges that makes planning even more difficult. There are countless physical education curriculum models that PE teachers can adopt.

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PLT4M

JUNE 20, 2023

For example, a teacher could display an instructional video of a physical activity. 1) Demo and Do Modeling In these videos, a PLT4M instructor demonstrates what it would be like for PE teachers to introduce different foundational movements for the first time in a physical education class.

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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. Provide intra-task variation (i.e. Bonus Content!

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PLT4M

JUNE 14, 2022

Challenges of Planning Physical Education Curriculum Models When planning different physical education curriculum models, it is hard to know where to start. Most physical education classes have a diverse range of students with varying interests and abilities. In this model, students are exposed to different sports and games.

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Montessori Physical Education

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

A goal is the culmination of knowledge and habits we hope to instill for lifelong physical activity and health. Physical education is essential because it promotes good health, provides an invaluable opportunity to work on SEL skills, and opens the door to possible vocations. So how do we get everyone involved?

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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. In this article, Sean explores student centered learning examples in physical education with the use of technology. Strategies , 29 (6), 37–39.

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