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5 Tips for Teaching Physical Education Without a Gym

SHAPE America

At times it was a challenge, but the experience proved to be great for my mental health, creativity, and growth as a teacher. Be positive and prepared — as well as flexible and creative! My classes dealt with snow, rain, thunder, and bitter cold windy days. And, most of our students learned to appreciate the outdoors.

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Having Trouble Sticking to Your Exercise Program? Stay Motivated With These 13 Exercise Adherence Strategies

AASP

Initially, many people are motivated to begin an exercise program, but as much as 80% of people do not stick with exercise once they have started (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2013). So, what does it take to get/stay motivated and how can you increase the likelihood that you will continue exercising?

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School Tennis; It’s More Than Tennis!!

Gopher Sport

Don’t worry if you don’t have a tennis court or if you’ve never taught tennis before; the program is designed for flexibility. We know how to be creative! We are PE teachers. NetGenerationSchoolsManualGrades-3and4 Skill Development Videos: Not sure you are teaching the skill correctly, No Problem!

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Including Critical Thinking and Problem Solving in Physical Education

Learning Through Sport

Developments in curriculum frameworks around the world have formalised a rationale for critical thinking, problem solving and creativity in PE as elements in both curriculum design and in the wording of student achievement standards. Critical thinking can be learned.

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4-Square Non-Traditional Adaptations For Physical Education

Gopher Sport

Teachers using 4-square in non-traditional ways also help students break down preconceived notions of competence and activity enjoyment; which both impact student motivation and mindset during learning activities. Economical and Flexible: Equipment Recommendations for 4-Square Fun!

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5 Tips for a Smooth Transition Back Into PE!

Gopher Sport

Establishing positive relationships can foster trust, motivation, and a sense of belonging, ultimately enhancing the overall learning experience. Be excited, enthusiastic, creative, and flexible! Consider using the 2×10 theory. Greet them with a smile, show genuine interest in their lives, and remember their names!

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Power-Up Rhythm and Timing in Physical Education Activities

Gopher Sport

Practicing these actions through physical activity helps children develop executive function skills such as attention control, working memory, cognitive flexibility, and inhibitory control. There are so many variations here, use your creativity! 2019 ; Kolovelonis & Goudas, 2023 ). 2019 ; Frischen et al.,