Physical Education Programs and Professions Chapter 12 Physical Education Programs and Professions

Exemplary Physical Education Programs Comprehensive health-related Elementary School Model Recognizes that children are unlikely to get sufficient physical activity in the time allotted Emphasizes “on learning motor skills and development lifelong movement skills” Children develop their own portfolio and carry with them through the elementary years Stresses strong parent-education component Home-based activity program included

Exemplary Physical Education Programs, cont’d Preschool programs Private sector Childcare, exercise, motor development, and social development activities Caters to parents with disposable income Still, little it known about effects of early activity program of young children

Exemplary Physical Education Programs, cont’d High School Lifetime Physical Activity Program Students continually involved with self assessments They set goals, monitor progress, and make changes Besides fitness, nutrition, safety, and stress management are included Consistent with preparing students to take active control of their health as adults

Exemplary Physical Education Programs, cont’d Upper Elementary Sport Education Program Sport oriented curriculum Students are players, coaches, referees, and scorekeepers Competition is highly involved with all participants

Exemplary Physical Education Programs, cont’d High School Personal Growth Curriculum Based on Hellison’s social development model (1978) 3 parts per week based on: skill development fitness activities sharing and cooperation Personal contracts are used to develop self responsibility

Exemplary Physical Education Programs, cont’d Elementary Adventure Program Focus on adventure activities Elements of risk, adventure, and cooperation are woven into curriculum Field trips are incorporated for practice and outside experiences High School Fitness Emphasis Involves individual goals and lifestyle outcomes Wellness courses including nutrition to stress management Lifetime sports also becomes a requirement

Exemplary Physical Education Programs, cont’d Research-based National Elementary Program Focused on dissemination through nonprofit organization Offered assistance to school districts, educators, and teachers nationwide Prepares children to be physically fit, manage their own behavior, and make healthy choices in nutrition

Exemplary Physical Education Programs, cont’d Early Elementary Movement Program Based on movement skills vs. sport skills No competition is allowed Learning is success oriented Children make decisions based on prompts from the teacher

Exemplary Physical Education Programs, cont’d Comprehensive High School Program All students participate in fitness courses Elective programs allow choices by students Sport education model is used within the curriculum Curriculum provides choices for all students

Exemplary Physical Education Programs, cont’d “New PE” at Middle School Goals include: lifetime activity, understanding how to monitor and direct own efforts “Health club” concept for day 1, cardio day, and lifetime activity days Use of technology is present Progress is monitored and evaluated

Exemplary Physical Education Programs, cont’d High School Program Emphasizing Community Linkages Partnering with community, professional, and private sector sports organizations Students gain knowledge how activities are done in the community Allows the use of equipment and facilities that most have no access to Wellness Curriculum Wellness initiative Helps build healthy lifestyles Everyone, including parents benefits as well as community

What Makes These Programs Work? Common characteristics Leadership is exhibited to start program and maintain sufficiently Main theme or focus in each program All programs tend to be exciting Coaching role is diminished

Technology in Physical Education Examples of usage: Heart rate monitors Web sites Online master’s degrees Pedometers Use of internet Online newsletters Software fitness evaluations Video

What Do PE Teachers Do? Plan lessons Manage groups Collaborate with others Continue professional development activities Counsel students Represent their schools

Preparing to Become a PE Teacher Level of certifications Teaching specialties Field experience Understanding NAPSE teaching standards (Table 12.2)

Physical Education Programs and Professions Chapter 12 Physical Education Programs and Professions