GREAT BASIN COLLEGE
ELKO, NEVADA
PEX 351 – E01: Teaching Physical Education in the Elementary Schools
(With an Interdisciplinary Focus on Health Education)
3 credits – Spring 2011
TEXT:
Physical Education Methods for Elementary Teachers-3rd Edition
Katherine Thomas, Amelia Lee, Jerry Thomas
3rd Edition
Copyright 2003
440pp ISBN: 0736041060
Physical Education for Children-3rd: Daily Lesson Plans for Elementary School
Katherine Thomas, Amelia Lee, Jerry Thomas
3rd Edition
Copyright 2000
1192pp ISBN: 087322681X
Instructor:Catherine Altenburg
Class Hours:7:00-9:45 p.m., Wednesdays
Mountain View Elementary School Library and Gym
3300 Argent Avenue
Elko, NV 89801
Office Hours:Monday – Friday 3:00- 3:45
Phone 738-1844
Home Phone:Home Phone 738-9128
E-Mail Address:
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course will cover the importance of providing a developmentally appropriate Physical Education foundation for all children so they may lead a life-long healthy lifestyle. The course will cover health related fitness and the components that are needed to incorporate Physical Education into the classroom setting. This course will help students gain the foundation of knowledge they need to teach Physical Education effectively. Students will learn how to plan a Physical Education curriculum, get and stay organized for teaching, and manage classes effectively along with; instructional techniques, methods of assessment, and ways to continue learning and refining teaching methods. This course will add a new dimension to the total curriculum package.
INTASC PRINCIPLES:
- Principle # 1Content and Content Pedagogy
- Principle # 2Human Development and Learning
- Principle # 3Diverse Learning
- Principle # 4 Teaching Strategies
- Principle # 5Learning Environment
- Principle # 7Instruction Planning
- Principle # 8Instruction Assessment
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
1.Develop an awareness of the need for developmentally appropriate, planned Physical Education classes for grades k-6.
2. Be aware of the health related aspects that are common to Physical Education in grades k-6.
3. Know the developmental characteristics and needs of children at each grade level.
4.Become familiar with the Nevada Physical Education Standards.
5.Become familiar with the tools that are available in planning an Elementary Physical Education Program i.e. movement skills, rhythms, fitness activities and fundamental skills. Teaching strategies.
6.Understand planning as a process that results in a viable, developmentally appropriate program for children.
7. Know the fitness components of a good program and haw to implement them into daily lessons.
8. Discuss program content with respect to the following:
a. the total Physical Education program, grades k-6
b. developmentally appropriate programs
c. fitness needs of the elementary child
d. interdisciplinary approaches with other content areas
e. inclusion strategies for the handicapped child
f. health related strategies for a life-long healthy lifestyle
g. the impact of Physical Education on a child’s self-esteem
h. understanding the role of the regular classroom teacher in providing Physical Education activities in rural and one-room settings.
9.Experience cooperative learning and appreciate its value as a learning tool.
10. Become familiar with Action Based Learning that can be used throughout other content areas.
11.To become aware of and practice the unique teaching skills associated with teaching Physical Education.
a. management skills
b. verbal and physical positive reinforcement skills
c. instructional skills including assessment strategies.
Class attendance;
Class attendance is vital to a successful experience in this course. Much of what takes place during the weekly lessons can not be made-up. However, should you need to miss a class, please contact me as soon as possible; an alternative assignment will be developed.
General Information:
During this class you will be required to participate in lectures and discussions during weekly lessons and activities. You are advised to dress comfortably and in a manner that would allow you to participate in Elementary Physical Education type activities.
You will be required to do several projects outside of class. The following is a list of requirements and how they will be graded:
- 2 Physical Education Class observations recording management techniques and transition times for students. More information will be provided - 100 pts each
- Teach two 30 minute lessons with lesson plans…… required following format discussed in class. More information provided during class - 200 pts each.
- Mid term and Final examinations may include true false, multiple choice, and essay questions instructor’s discretion - 100 pts.
- Weekly participation in discussions, lessons and written assignments - 300 pts.
TOTAL POINTS 1000
Grading scale:
93% - 100% A
90% - 92%A-
87% - 89%B+
83% - 86%B
80% - 82% B-
77% - 89%C+
73% - 76% C-
67% - 69% D+
63% - 66%D
60% - 62%D-
Below 60%F
WithdrawalD
PHILOSOPHY:
During the course of this class you will discover the importance of a well designed and implemented Physical Education program. Physical Education plays an essential roll in the education of all children. The importance of life long fitness and health of our students is important in achieving academic success. Movement and physical activity are essential to quality living. Part of the purpose of this class is to help future Elementary Educators gain the knowledge and appreciation of Physical Education in the elementary school curriculum. 85 % of all children learn through movement if we can foster that movement into daily curricular lessons we will help with creating a learning environment that is inviting and flourishing for children to achieve success.
At the completion of this course it is hoped that students will value the role of movement in a child’s life and how it can be a positive addition to any classroom atmosphere. With this in mind it is hoped that as an elementary education instructor you will value the benefit of movement and incorporate this concept into the daily lives of your students.
Physical Education is the health insurance of the children we teach. Healthy lifestyles that include physical activity will be of benefit to all. “Healthy Bodies, Healthy Minds”
COURSE OUTLINE
Course Outline
EDU 310 – 3 Credits
Week / Description / Assignment1 / Health and Developmental Benefits of Physical Education- Meeting the Mission of the Elementary School / Chapter 1 and 2
2 / Physical Growth and Maturation / Chapter 3
3 / Motor Performance During Childhood / Chapter 4
4 / Cognition, Learning, and Practice / Chapter 5
5 / Physical Activity for Children / Chapter 6
6 / Psychosocial Factors in Physical Education / Chapter 7
7 / Individual Differences-Inclusion strategies for handicapped students / Assigned reading
8 / Movement based education- Jean Blades / Assigned Reading
9 / Planning Your Curriculum, Organizing for Teaching, Managing Students / Chapter 8,9,10
10 / Team building activities what is it?
11 / Interdisciplinary teaching through Physical Education / Assigned Reading
12 / Teachers’ Rights, Responsibilities, and Best Practices / Chapter 11
13 / Equipment and Facilities / Chapter 12
14 / Health related fitness / Assigned Reading
15 / Instructing Students, Evaluating Students
Growing as a teacher / Chapter 13,14,15
16 / Final Exam, All projects finished
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