Entries from June 2008

Thursday, June 19th, 2008

PE Pedagogy

 Do you want to learn the arts and science behind educating? If you’re in the UK you’re in luck! The School of Sport and Exercise Science at Loughborough University in Leicestershire is hosting a year long series on pedagogy as it relates to teaching physical education. Here you can learn the  strategies, techniques, and approaches that you can use in the phys [...]

Thursday, June 19th, 2008

Ways to Implement IT…

Initiailly one does not think of using IT in Physical Education. However there are many useful places for it in the classroom. In an interesting article by Luke, E. Kelly the role of technology in Physical Education is discussed and many interesting points are brought up. In addition the book titled Integrating Educational Technology into Teaching (Roblyer 2006) both the [...]

Thursday, June 19th, 2008

What is the Discussion Form?

This a place where teachers can discuss current events in the world of PE. In addition comments are welcomed about lessons that have worked for you or not worked. Basically a place for PE teachers to discuss what they are doing with their classes etc.

Tuesday, June 17th, 2008

Single lesson plans

Volleyball : A good lesson for the beginning volleyball class. Minimal instruction is necessary. Good for peer to peer teaching and interaction. 
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A fun game-based lesson which involves staff and student participation.  This is a great way to interact with the students and for the students to work on their communication abilities. An excellent idea for a [...]

Tuesday, June 17th, 2008

Units

Ultimate Frisbee: This is an ultimate frisbee unit ideal for the novice student and teacher. It includes lessons for the forehand and backhand pass as well as proper catching technique. The unit ends with a mini-tournament.  Rules for the game are also included.
 
 
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Team building unit: This is a five lesson mini-unit on team building. Ideal for [...]