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Daily Physical Education as an Academic and Behavioral Intervention

SHAPE America

In a school era focused on technology and standardized tests, might the key to some students’ success lie not in more academic work on a device, but in the opportunity to move their bodies outdoors? In this article, I share how daily outdoor physical education can be used as an academic and behavioral intervention.

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Why I Embrace a More Inclusive and Empathetic Teaching Style in Physical Education

SHAPE America

As American society and schools experience growing diversity and interconnectedness, our responsibilities as teachers must embrace pedagogical approaches that nurture and celebrate diversity, inclusion, and empathy. Teaching the next generation is a way of paying forward what has been fostered inside of me.

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Golf (Middle School)

Open Phys Ed

Created by: LaDonda Porter, Shannon Maly, Stephanie Dickson, Dan Tennessen, Nichole Wilder Special Contributions by: Aaron Hart, Andrea Hart, Eliza Kuhn Introducing middle school students to golf brings with it opportunities for both physical and mental growth.

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Volleyball (Middle School)

Open Phys Ed

The post Volleyball (Middle School) appeared first on OPEN Physical Education Curriculum. Grade 8) Applies rules and etiquette by acting as an official for modified physical activities/games or creating dance routines within a given set of parameters.

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From Parachutes to Swimming Pools: How PE Thrives at GEMS Dubai American Academy

Gopher Sport

In the world of international education, there are those who simply teach, and then there are educators like Allison Deakin, Head of Department for Elementary PE and Swimming, JV & Varsity Badminton Coach, and former Activities Coordinator at GEMS Dubai American Academy (DAA).

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Flag Football (Middle School)

Open Phys Ed

The post Flag Football (Middle School) appeared first on OPEN Physical Education Curriculum. Working with Others: Accepts differences among classmates in physical development, maturation, and varying skill levels by providing encouragement and positive feedback.

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Team Invasion (Middle School)

Open Phys Ed

The post Team Invasion (Middle School) appeared first on OPEN Physical Education Curriculum. Demonstrates the importance of social interaction by helping and encouraging others, avoiding trash talk, and providing support to classmates.