Physical Education Update

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

“Fun” is a theory that physical education teachers have been practicing for decades. One of the main goals of good physical educators is to make fitness fun, because that’s the best way to motivate students into making physical activity part of their daily lifestyle.

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Gopher Sport

APRIL 19, 2024

Key Components of Standard 4: Standard 4 states that students should develop personal skills, identify personal benefits of movement, and choose to engage in physical activity that is personally meaningful. This presents teachers with an opportunity to stay very true to the universal core values of physical education.

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What's New in Adapted Physical Education

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Nicole Kirk, an assistant professor at the University of Georgia, about her journey and research in Adapted Physical Education (APE). Kirk shared insights on the distinct challenges that many disabled individuals face in physical activity, describing how systemic ableism and exclusionary practices often prevent participation.

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PLT4M

JULY 14, 2022

At times over the years, assessments and tests have mistakenly become interchangeable words in the world of education. In this article, we set out to better define assessments in physical education and how they can be utilized to empower student learning and provide better teacher insights. get the free e-book now.

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Physical Education Ideas

DECEMBER 30, 2023

We all know the importance Physical Education plays in nurturing well-rounded individuals. A key element that is gaining increasing attention is the concept of Physical Literacy. To be clear, when talking about physical literacy, we are not talking about teaching kids the ABCs whilst getting them active.

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Gopher Sport

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. Moreover, Physical Education promotes cognitive development by stimulating neural pathways associated with socialization and learning. 2019 ; Hardy et al.,

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PLT4M

OCTOBER 15, 2024

While one-to-one technology has become the norm in many subjects, physical education programs are grappling with the role of technology in the classroom. First, the subject of physical education is rooted in movement. How can students be physically active if they are glued to a screen?

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Reinventing the Game

OCTOBER 23, 2020

Now, the students have an altogether different expectation when involve in a fun physical activity of their choice. I was reminded recently to stop over-analyzing) to be true to our approach and planned content with what students think they should do in Physical Education (PE) classes. References.

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Reinventing the Game

MAY 1, 2021

Physical Education and Physically Educate. In a student-led and designed activity for a leadership programme, a group of student leaders introduced the touch-rugby pass as “you can only pass the ball backwards”. I realised my shifting from a technical aspect of Physical Education (PE) to a philosophical one.

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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. While it isn’t a panacea, physical activity and exercise have been shown to positively influence ALL of these troubling trends.

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PLT4M

JULY 18, 2022

Physical education ice breakers are a great way to get students comfortable when starting a new semester or school year. This article explores physical education ice breaker activities and gives teachers free content to use in class. The start of a new semester or school year can be intimidating for students.

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Better Coaching

DECEMBER 24, 2024

When children are pushed beyond their developmental limitsphysically, cognitively, and emotionallythey may fall out of love with sports, lose motivation to continue, or develop chronic injuries that hamper their future athletic endeavors. Burnout often unfolds in stages: Enthusiasm: The child begins with high motivation and excitement.

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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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PLT4M

JULY 25, 2023

As technology advances, it is becoming increasingly important for physical education teachers to integrate technology into their classrooms. Technology can provide various benefits to physical education classes, including improved engagement, increased access to resources, and better assessment of student progress.

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

DECEMBER 10, 2024

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

MARCH 20, 2023

Hello Arizona Health and Physical Education members! I’m sure most of you have heard of UDL by now and even if you haven’t, the information below might provide some insight on how we as physical educators can create a same, welcoming and successful learning environment for ALL our students. Grenier, M.,

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PE Scholar

AUGUST 31, 2023

The importance of providing support to autonomy in PE, because it has a particularly positive effect on motivation in PE.

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PLT4M

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Planning effective physical education lessons can be challenging, especially when juggling a packed schedule with various courses. Balancing so many disciplines and creating diverse physical education lesson plans can be daunting. But PE teachers don’t have to start from scratch every time. ” Free Download!

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PE Scholar

JANUARY 31, 2025

Introduction In this episode, Nathan Walker talks to Katie Fitton-Davies, Senior Lecturer at Liverpool John Moores University in Physical Education and

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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! We are starting off our adapted physical education (APE) blogs this year with some information about working with students with Autism. These ideas are not just mine.

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Gopher Sport

OCTOBER 26, 2023

It is hard to accept that some students don’t enjoy being active and fit. Let’s start by accepting that students can’t separate how they feel about their teacher and physical education. Often, teachers resent having to spend more time with students who don’t like PE than with students who are self-motivated.

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PE Scholar

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Introduction Physical literacy is not just about engaging in various physical activities; it's about developing the motivation, confidence, physical

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PLT4M

JANUARY 27, 2025

Elementary physical education teachers have a lot to cover! We have put together a free sample of elementary PE lesson plans that are sure to spark excitement with elementary students in physical education class.

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PLT4M

JUNE 15, 2023

” and how it relates to the world of physical education. In addition, we break down some of the key concepts of physical literacy and discuss PLT4M’s role in the pursuit of supporting students lifelong journey of health and wellness. International Physical Literacy Association. ” (Whitehead M.

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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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School Yard

JANUARY 9, 2019

As priorities change, for many, physical activity and a healthy lifestyle can fall to the wayside. As an adult influence on students’ experience with health and fitness, physical education teachers can play a key role in encouraging students to make movement a priority throughout their lives.

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PE 4 Learning

JANUARY 21, 2023

Gamification in Physical Education refers to the use of game design elements, such as points, badges, leaderboards, and rewards, in a physical education setting.

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Human Kinetics

MARCH 25, 2022

The findings from the Power of the Curriculum: Content, Context, and Learning in Physical Education study show "that despite school socioeconomic (SES) and environmental constraints, the constructivist approach to physical education can significantly enhance student knowledge about physical activity and benefits.

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PLT4M

OCTOBER 23, 2023

In addition, they provide Illinois learning standards for a diverse range of subject areas, including physical education. The 6 ISBE PE standards help to outline the guiding principles for developing the physically literate individual through physical education.

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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

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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Gopher Sport

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

By: Gopher Community Physical Education teacher Heather Burd is not just an educator; she’s an example of resilience, compassion, and empowerment. Born with right hemiplegia, a partial paralysis on her right side—a condition as rare as she is unique—Heather has faced physical challenges from day one.

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PLT4M

MARCH 3, 2025

When a physical education teacher can’t be in class, whether due to illness, professional development, or personal matters, the show must go on. Effective PE sub plans are essential to ensure that students continue to engage in meaningful physical activity no matter who is leading the class.

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Thank you to SHAPE America for publishing a great article on How to Celebrate Black History Month in Health and Physical Education Materials courtesy of SHAPE America – Society of Health and Physical Educators, PO Box 225, Annapolis Junction, MD 20701, www.shapeamerica.org. All rights reserved.

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PLT4M

APRIL 17, 2023

Physical education is an integral part of any student’s education. A fitness curriculum can help teachers to provide students with the knowledge and skills they need to stay fit and active. There are countless physical education curriculum models that PE teachers can adopt.

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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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PLT4M

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Physical education in high school is integral to a student’s educational journey. It is an opportunity for students to learn about their bodies, develop physical skills, and stay healthy. As more people push for student wellness, high school physical education needs to be part of the conversation.

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