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Book Synopsis
The Essentials of Teaching Physical Education, Second Edition, delivers the vital information future and current physical educators need to know, with a focus on social justice and equity issues. It uses a standards-based teaching for learning approach and helps readers develop the skills in planning, management, teaching, and assessment they need to begin successful careers.

Table of Contents
Part I. Building the Foundation of a Teaching for Learning Approach
Chapter 1. Developing Physically Literate Individuals
Promoting Physical Literacy
Academic Links to Physical Literacy
Summary

Chapter 2. Understanding a Teaching for Learning Approach
Curricular Alignment in Physical Education
Instructional Alignment in Physical Education
Summary

Chapter 3. Examining Student Motivation
Establishing a Motivating Environment
Retaining Students’ Motivation
Intrinsic Versus Extrinsic Motivation
Eradicating Amotivation
Summary

Chapter 4. Understanding Social-Emotional Learning and Using Trauma-Informed Practices
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Trauma-Informed Practices (TIPs)
Becoming Self-Aware Through Critical Reflection
Strategies on Fostering Resilient Learners
Summary

Part II. Teaching to the National Standards for K-12 Physical Education
Chapter 5. Standard 1: Developing Motor Skills and Movement Patterns
Competency Versus Proficiency
Motor Skills and Phases of Performance
Elementary School: K-Grade 5
Middle School: Grades 6-8
High School: Grades 9-12
Summary

Chapter 6. Standard 2: Applying Concepts, Principles, Strategies, and Tactics
Elementary School: K-Grade 5
Middle School: Grades 6-8
High School: Grades 9-12
Summary

Chapter 7. Standard 3: Achieving Health-Enhancing Physical Activity and Fitness
Elementary School: K-Grade 5
Middle School: Grades 6-8
High School: Grades 9-12
Summary

Chapter 8. Standard 4: Exhibiting Responsible Personal and Social Behavior
Elementary School: K-Grade 5
Middle School: Grades 6-8
High School: Grades 9-12
Summary

Chapter 9. Standard 5: Recognizing the Value of Physical Activity
Elementary School: K-Grade 5
Middle School: Grades 6-8
High School: Grades 9-12
Summary

Part III. Building the Curriculum
Chapter 10. Unit and Lesson Planning
Unit Planning
Lesson Planning
Summary

Chapter 11. Planning Developmentally Appropriate Content
Types of Knowledge
Standards, Outcomes, and Assessments
Learning Domains
Students’ Prior Knowledge and Experiences
Sequencing of Content and Task Progressions
Modifying Content
Summary

Chapter 12. Curriculum Models as Organizing Frameworks
Skill Theme Approach
Teaching Personal and Social Responsibility
Tactical Games Model
Sport Education Model
Fitness Education
Adventure Education
Outdoor Education
Cultural Studies
Implementing Curriculum Models Within Units of Instruction
Summary

Part IV. Instruction and Assessment
Chapter 13. Establishing and Managing a Safe Learning Environment
Setting Rules for Your Gymnasium
Managing Student Behavior
Maximizing Learning and Activity Time
Managing the Learning Environment During Instruction and Activity
Summary

Chapter 14. Developing Essential Teaching Skills
Exploring Instructional Styles
Employing Effective Teaching Tactics
Summary

Chapter 15. Assessing Student Learning
Purposes of Assessment
Grading Schemes
Selecting Appropriate Assessments
Type of Assessments
Organizing and Interpreting Data
Summary

Part V. Developing as a Professional
Chapter 16. 21st Century Skills in Physical Education
Framework for 21st Century Learning
21st Century Student Outcomes
21st Century Support Systems
Summary

Chapter 17. Advocacy, Professionalism, and Professional Development
Advocating for Your Profession
Professional Development Opportunities
Summary

The Essentials of Teaching Physical Education

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    A Paperback / softback by Stephen A. Mitchell, Jennifer Walton-Fisette

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      Publisher: Human Kinetics Publishers
      Publication Date: 17/05/2021
      ISBN13: 9781492598923, 978-1492598923
      ISBN10: 1492598925

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      The Essentials of Teaching Physical Education, Second Edition, delivers the vital information future and current physical educators need to know, with a focus on social justice and equity issues. It uses a standards-based teaching for learning approach and helps readers develop the skills in planning, management, teaching, and assessment they need to begin successful careers.

      Table of Contents
      Part I. Building the Foundation of a Teaching for Learning Approach
      Chapter 1. Developing Physically Literate Individuals
      Promoting Physical Literacy
      Academic Links to Physical Literacy
      Summary

      Chapter 2. Understanding a Teaching for Learning Approach
      Curricular Alignment in Physical Education
      Instructional Alignment in Physical Education
      Summary

      Chapter 3. Examining Student Motivation
      Establishing a Motivating Environment
      Retaining Students’ Motivation
      Intrinsic Versus Extrinsic Motivation
      Eradicating Amotivation
      Summary

      Chapter 4. Understanding Social-Emotional Learning and Using Trauma-Informed Practices
      Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
      Trauma-Informed Practices (TIPs)
      Becoming Self-Aware Through Critical Reflection
      Strategies on Fostering Resilient Learners
      Summary

      Part II. Teaching to the National Standards for K-12 Physical Education
      Chapter 5. Standard 1: Developing Motor Skills and Movement Patterns
      Competency Versus Proficiency
      Motor Skills and Phases of Performance
      Elementary School: K-Grade 5
      Middle School: Grades 6-8
      High School: Grades 9-12
      Summary

      Chapter 6. Standard 2: Applying Concepts, Principles, Strategies, and Tactics
      Elementary School: K-Grade 5
      Middle School: Grades 6-8
      High School: Grades 9-12
      Summary

      Chapter 7. Standard 3: Achieving Health-Enhancing Physical Activity and Fitness
      Elementary School: K-Grade 5
      Middle School: Grades 6-8
      High School: Grades 9-12
      Summary

      Chapter 8. Standard 4: Exhibiting Responsible Personal and Social Behavior
      Elementary School: K-Grade 5
      Middle School: Grades 6-8
      High School: Grades 9-12
      Summary

      Chapter 9. Standard 5: Recognizing the Value of Physical Activity
      Elementary School: K-Grade 5
      Middle School: Grades 6-8
      High School: Grades 9-12
      Summary

      Part III. Building the Curriculum
      Chapter 10. Unit and Lesson Planning
      Unit Planning
      Lesson Planning
      Summary

      Chapter 11. Planning Developmentally Appropriate Content
      Types of Knowledge
      Standards, Outcomes, and Assessments
      Learning Domains
      Students’ Prior Knowledge and Experiences
      Sequencing of Content and Task Progressions
      Modifying Content
      Summary

      Chapter 12. Curriculum Models as Organizing Frameworks
      Skill Theme Approach
      Teaching Personal and Social Responsibility
      Tactical Games Model
      Sport Education Model
      Fitness Education
      Adventure Education
      Outdoor Education
      Cultural Studies
      Implementing Curriculum Models Within Units of Instruction
      Summary

      Part IV. Instruction and Assessment
      Chapter 13. Establishing and Managing a Safe Learning Environment
      Setting Rules for Your Gymnasium
      Managing Student Behavior
      Maximizing Learning and Activity Time
      Managing the Learning Environment During Instruction and Activity
      Summary

      Chapter 14. Developing Essential Teaching Skills
      Exploring Instructional Styles
      Employing Effective Teaching Tactics
      Summary

      Chapter 15. Assessing Student Learning
      Purposes of Assessment
      Grading Schemes
      Selecting Appropriate Assessments
      Type of Assessments
      Organizing and Interpreting Data
      Summary

      Part V. Developing as a Professional
      Chapter 16. 21st Century Skills in Physical Education
      Framework for 21st Century Learning
      21st Century Student Outcomes
      21st Century Support Systems
      Summary

      Chapter 17. Advocacy, Professionalism, and Professional Development
      Advocating for Your Profession
      Professional Development Opportunities
      Summary

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