Gopher PE

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Lynne Kenney with Zainab Khokha Physical Education class is an optimal setting for students to develop and practice the precursor skills that precede learning. These skills include core strength, balance, weight shift, motor rhythm, motor timing, visual-spatial, and object-perceptual skills.

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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. It is time to explore what our surroundings have to offer, while maintaining our physical health. National PE & Sport Week (May 1-7) is just about here.

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PLT4M

JULY 21, 2023

Quality physical education is a popular buzzword in the world of PE. But actually defining and outlining the what, why, and how of quality physical education is a little more challenging. In addition, we offer ideas and insights for physical education teachers looking to enhance a quality program at their schools.

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PLT4M

AUGUST 14, 2023

Kan Jam is an excellent game to add to your physical education curriculum. For example, students develop motor skills and movement patterns like throwing, catching, and deflecting (S1). Key Takeaways on Kan Jam For Physical Education Kan Jam is a great addition to any physical education curriculum.

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PLT4M

JUNE 20, 2023

It is a powerful teaching tool that allows physical education teachers to show students how to do something correctly and with proper form. This article will discuss modeling in physical education, provide examples, and discuss how it can be used to improve student learning.

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PLT4M

APRIL 26, 2023

Shape America sets the standard for physical education. As Shape works to enhance physical education across the country, PLT4M is proud to be a part of the mission. PLT4M is a proud premier Shape America member dedicated to the shared mission of enhancing physical education for teachers, students, and schools.

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PLT4M

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Physical activity and physical education are often confused terms in the world of education. We break down the key differences and provide examples between physical activity vs physical education. What is the difference between physical education and physical activity?

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PLT4M

JULY 19, 2022

Sean Fullerton is a former secondary physical education teacher and current Ph.D. In this article, Sean explores technology use in physical education. Be on the lookout for lots of great content from Sean as he helps take the academic angle of physical education best practices. get the free e-book now.

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PLT4M

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) provides leadership, resources, and best practices for school districts across the state. In addition, they provide Illinois learning standards for a diverse range of subject areas, including physical education.

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PLT4M

JUNE 7, 2022

Sean Fullerton is a former secondary physical education teacher and current Ph.D. In this article, Sean explores motivational theories in physical education. Be on the lookout for lots of great content from Sean as he helps take the academic angle of physical education best practices. PLT4M Classroom.

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Physical Education Ideas

MAY 10, 2020

Many of us have been searching for answers as to what is right in the Physical Education space. Our school system is looking at having our whole school back in two weeks, but it will not be school how we would normally operate. When kids come to school, this rule is nearly impossible to implement.

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PLT4M

OCTOBER 13, 2022

PLT4M, the Lakeshore Foundation and the National Center on Health, Physical Activity and Disability (NCHPAD) are proud to announce a new partnership. The purpose of this collaboration is to support physical education teachers and coaches to provide better access and inclusion for students with disabilities. . Learn MORE.

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Open Phys Ed

JANUARY 15, 2024

Jump rope participation provides valuable physical activity experiences for students that provide a relevant context for a variety of fitness-related lessons. Jump Rope YouTube Playlist Courtesy and thanks to Kids Heart Challenge and North Attleboro Middle School. Register for FREE today to access all of the modules. Outcome [E4.3&5].

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Fit and Fun Play

MAY 31, 2023

Sensory pathways incorporate a variety of movement-based activities designed to promote motor skill development, sensory stimulation and enhance overall sensory integration. In this blog post, we will explore the importance of sensory pathways for children, both at school and in the home environment.

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Gopher PE

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

The purpose of this blog is to discuss the construction of a curriculum for your school or district. It is common practice for teachers to search for fitness routines, skills, and games. They have a basketful of things to teach, but they are not organized in any educational scheme. Consider all the Community Factors.

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PLT4M

DECEMBER 15, 2022

There are endless PE lesson plans to choose from for your physical education class. We break down the importance of physical education lesson plans and highlight some of the best places to find physical education lesson plans for your age and audience. Physical education should do the same!

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Gopher PE

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Looking for a challenging content domain to motivate children to learn a broad range of motor skills? This was demonstrated by the fact that a majority of children voluntary participated in parkour during recess when they learned it in physical education 1. Journal of Teaching in Physical Education , 41 (3), 492-501.

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SHAPE America

APRIL 18, 2023

SHAPE America’s National Physical Education & Sport Week (May 1-7) is a celebration of the importance of physical education and sport in the lives of kids of all ages. The week also serves as the kickoff to National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. Include foundational skills (e.g.,

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Active Schools Us

MARCH 24, 2021

As a basketball fanatic and coach, I challenge all sports fans and caring community members to take a quick break from March Madness to advocate for one often overlooked part of our education system that is critical to the development of the student athletes who are wowing us during this year’s tournament: physical education.

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PLT4M

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

The Physical Education Framework for California Public Schools is a 342-page document that outlines the California state standards for PE. This process map simplifies how to unpack the California physical education standards with one standard at a time, rather than trying to accomplish it all in one big swing.

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Aspire-Ed

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Unlock the vast potential of primary sports education with our upcoming free webinar. Dive into the world of Physical Education, School Sports, and Physical Activity (PESSPA) in primary settings and discover how it can make an invaluable impact on children's lives. What to expect?

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PLT4M

MAY 17, 2023

Evidence based practices in education are becoming increasingly important in the world of physical education (PE). This article will discuss the various evidence based practices in education and how they can be applied to PE. .” A teacher works with a student using technology in physical education.

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Learning Through Sport

JUNE 13, 2021

Research challenges the directive, technical and textbook discourse of the “physical education method” (Metzler, 2011, p. 173) that the physical education community of practice has traditionally shared. Sport is an applied, practised and situated set of skills; 2.Sport

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Skillastics

JUNE 23, 2022

Can science really confirm that physical activity affects the way we learn? Studies have proven that physical movement helps kids improve their memory, increase their motivation, and improve motor skills. But the connection to how the brain and physical activity work together goes much deeper. Absolutely.

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The PE Shed

JUNE 26, 2018

asked the schools O.T Occupational Therapist) as we crossed paths in the school hallway. It has made me into a greater physical educator with a more expansive understanding of young children's movement requirements. Developing midline crossing skills can lead to improvements in: - Balance skills.

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Skillastics

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

But we also know just how important it is for programs to incorporate the HEPA 2.0 & National Physical Education standards, offer flexibility in age group leadership, and offer programs that really develop a child’s character as well as their body. What does a workable, flexible curriculum look like?

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PLT4M

JULY 18, 2023

The landscape of physical education has evolved significantly over the last decade and it is critical that PE teachers adapt accordingly. With that call to action, let’s dive into curriculum mapping for physical education.

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Skillastics

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

But we also know just how important it is for programs to incorporate the HEPA 2.0 & National Physical Education standards, offer flexibility in age group leadership, and offer programs that really develop a child’s character as well as their body. What does a workable, flexible curriculum look like?

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Informed Practitioner in Sport

MAY 30, 2022

Schools are another crucial environment for inspiring and nurturing sporting talent, not least as they are often the setting where kids are first exposed to the sports that they subsequently choose to pursue. “ Don’t rob Peter to pay Paul ” — Variously attributed.

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Physical Education Ideas

MAY 11, 2019

Students actually learn better when participating in physical activity. At schools I’ve taught, this is always the case. Games allow kids to practice and develop physical skills such as hand-eye coordination. They can also work on spatial and fine motor skills. We’re doing it wrong.

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School Yard

JANUARY 23, 2019

Skill-Building & Review. Obstacle courses are a particularly excellent opportunity to have students continue to build and review motor skills they’ve been working on in class. Head over to the Physical Education category page to see what’s new. UCS INC Urban Adventure Window-Bench Obstacle.

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