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Tweet me, message me, like me: Using social media to facilitate pedagogical change within an emerging community of practice

PE Scholar

How teachers learnt and refined their use of a pedagogical innovation through the overarching methodology, participatory action research.

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How to Empower Girls in Physical Education

SHAPE America

In 2014, the Always Like a Girl commercial went viral, challenging stereotypes and reshaping how society perceives female athletes. The message was simple but powerful: words matter, and so do the messages young girls receive about their capabilities. Research shows that girls confidence in physical activities often declines as they enter adolescence, with societal messages playing a significant role.

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Baby on Hospice Receives Second Chance With Lifesaving Heart Surgery

Stanford Childrens

Heart surgeon combines unifocalization with innovative valve repair to save Oklahoma baby When Hazel Randolph was 3 weeks old, she was put on hospice and given six months to live by her Oklahoma doctors. Her parents, Loren and Josh, were devastated by the news. We thought, This is it. We are never going to get to see her grow up. I hadnt cried until then, but that day I really broke down, says Loren.

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Parks and Recreation Program Ideas for Inclusion and Togetherness

S&S

Loneliness is more than just a feeling – its a growing epidemic with significant implications for mental and physical health. According to the National Institute on Aging, chronic loneliness has been linked to increased risks of heart disease, depression, anxiety, … Read More The post Parks and Recreation Program Ideas for Inclusion and Togetherness appeared first on S&S Blog.

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Reimagine the Role of PE to Reconnect With Your Students

Speaker: Jeremy Kellem, M.Ed. - Educational Strategist, Former Athlete, and CEO/Founder of W.I.N. (We Impact Now, LLC)

For many students, physical education is critical to becoming active and developing healthy routines. But how is this possible anymore with the repercussions of the pandemic? Years of COVID-19, social distancing, and virtual learning have all had a profound effect on students, which means educators need to adjust their classes accordingly. The good news is that P.E. can still play a vital role in helping students intellectually, emotionally, physically, and socially.

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Make Your Bowling Unit a Perfect Strike!

Gopher Sport

Keep students engaged with color-coded pins, exciting game variations, and team-based challenges with Gophers Team Bowling Set Youve rented the shoes, chosen a ball, and have your eye on that perfect spot in the lane. Youre ready to bowl! But waitbowling is harder than it looks. Bowling Tips for Beginners If you want to impress your friends and family (and rack up some strikes and spares), check out these 5 bowling tips for beginners. 1: Have proper grip on the ball: Gripping the ball correctly