Better Coaching

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

This article explores the debate between early specialization and multi-sport participation, focusing on the effects on individual athletes and their schools, while underscoring the risks of overuse injuries and psychological burnout.

Sports

PLT4M

JUNE 7, 2022

In this article, Sean explores motivational theories in physical education. Understanding Motivational Theories in Physical Education Often the responsibility for motivation is placed solely on the student in physical education (PE) classes. Sean Fullerton is a former secondary physical education teacher and current Ph.D.

Motivation

PLT4M

OCTOBER 13, 2022

PLT4M offers over 30 unique lifetime fitness modules used in over 1,500 school districts nationwide. 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

PLT4M

JULY 19, 2022

2015), motivation (Melton et al., 2015) and motor performance (O’Loughlin et al., Goal setting and individualization should accompany fitness tracking Use technology in physical education to promote student-centered learning Technology use in physical education can be useful in building motor skills .

Physical Education

Skillastics

JUNE 23, 2022

Studies have proven that physical movement helps kids improve their memory, increase their motivation, and improve motor skills. But when we incorporate group activities, other softer skills are enhanced as well that lead to psychological benefits. Absolutely. It works quietly, in the background.

Movement

Gopher Sport

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.,

Physical Education

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. Skill-Building & Review. Read More: Group Activities & Games.

PE

Physical Education Ideas

MAY 11, 2019

Games motivate students to take risks and actions, persist through failures, set and achieve often difficult goals and put attention, time and effort to acquiring knowledge and skills. At schools I’ve taught, this is always the case. Games allow kids to practice and develop physical skills such as hand-eye coordination.

Motor Skills

Gopher Sport

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Looking for a challenging content domain to motivate children to learn a broad range of motor skills? Parkour can contribute to meeting the SHAPE America’s National Standards and Grade-level Outcomes for K-12 Physical Education in elementary schools. Consider parkour! Research has shown that children love parkour!

Elementary School

Arizona Health and Physical Education

AUGUST 27, 2024

Jennifer Houston – Mesa Public Schools Greetings Arizona Health and Physical Educators and welcome to the 2024-2025 school year! Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) often struggle with motor skills, making it difficult for these children in physical education classes because they may not be able to keep up.

Physical Education

PLT4M

JUNE 20, 2023

As an added bonus, we break down technology modeling in physical education for schools looking to add a digital component to PE. Modeling in education focuses on demonstrating concepts, processes, skills, or behaviors to help students learn. Finally, different digital resources and lesson materials can assist in modeling in education.

Physical Education

Informed Practitioner in Sport

MAY 30, 2022

Parents are naturally highly motivated to find the programme that provides most optimal conditions to allow their child’s talents to flourish. For instance, developing fundamental motor skills and the pillars of global athleticism are essential for young athletes regardless of their chosen sport. “

Private Schools

PLT4M

JULY 18, 2023

Curriculum mapping offers teachers and schools opportunities to think big picture, explore best practices, and improve the learning process for students. When using this curriculum mapping framework to create a vertically integrated PE Curriculum, that means starting with high school students and your upper grade levels.

Physical Education

PLT4M

MAY 17, 2023

Physical education, as defined by Shape America , is just like any other subject in school, “Physical education is an academic subject and serves as the foundation of a CSPAP and, as such, demands the same education rigor as other core subjects. Long term health benefits depend on a continuation of the physical activity.

Education

PLT4M

JULY 21, 2023

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. In addition, we offer ideas and insights for physical education teachers looking to enhance a quality program at their schools.

Physical Education