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Physical Education Methods for Elementary Teachers

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ISBN-10: 0736067043

ISBN-13: 9780736067041

Edition: 3rd 2008

Authors: Jerry R. Thomas, Amelia M. Lee, Katherine T. Thomas

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List price: $73.00
Edition: 3rd
Copyright year: 2008
Publisher: Human Kinetics
Publication date: 1/30/2008
Binding: Mixed Media
Pages: 472
Size: 8.50" wide x 10.75" long x 1.25" tall
Weight: 3.212
Language: English

Preface
Lesson Plan Finder
Introduction to Physical Education
Health and Developmental Benefits of Physical Education
Learner Outcomes
Glossary Terms
Why Value Physical Activity?
Model for This Book
Summary
Mastery Learning Activities
References
Resources
Meeting the Mission of the Elementary School
Learner Outcomes
Glossary Terms
The Foundation
Mission Statements
Characteristics of Successful Schools
Physical Activity and the Elementary School Mission
Integrating the Domains
Teaching the Whole Child
Mission: Possible
Summary
Mastery Learning Activities
References
Resources
Lesson Plans
Addressing the Child's Needs
Physical Growth and Maturation
Learner Outcomes
Glossary Terms
The Four Guiding Principles
Providing Great Detail
Growth and Motor Performance
Summary
Mastery Learning Activities
References
Resources
Lesson Plans
Motor Performance During Childhood
Learner Outcomes
Glossary Terms
The Four Guiding Principles
Reflexes and Reactions
Fundamental Motor Skills
Motor Abilities Underlying Performance
Modifying Task Demands
Summary
Mastery Learning Activities
References
Resources
Lesson Plans
Cognition, Learning, and Practice
Learner Outcomes
Glossary Terms
The Four Guiding Principles
Cognition, Learning, and Memory
Attention
Information Processing
Feedback
Motor Programs
Designing Practice
Variability
Expertise
Summary
Mastery Learning Activities
References
Resources
Lesson Plans
Physical Activity for Children
Learner Outcomes
Glossary Terms
The Four Guiding Principles
Benefits From Being Physically Active
Physical Fitness
Biological and Physiological Differences in Children
Musculoskeletal Function
Body Composition
Summary
Mastery Learning Activities
References
Resources
Lesson Plans
Psychosocial Factors in Physical Education
Learner Outcomes
Glossary Terms
The Four Guiding Principles
Motivation
Attribution
Goals
Competition
Cooperation
Self-Concept and Self-Efficacy
Exercise Adherence and Affect
Summary
Mastery Learning Activities
References
Lesson Plans
Preparing to Teach Physical Education
Planning Your Curriculum
Learner Outcomes
Glossary Terms
Curriculum Planning
Selecting Desired Outcomes
Program of Physical Activity and Fitness
Summary
Mastery Learning Activities
References
Resources
Lesson Plans
Organizing for Teaching
Learner Outcomes
Glossary Terms
Teaching Approaches
Summary
Mastery Learning Activities
References
Resources
Lesson Plans
Managing Students
Learner Outcomes
Glossary Terms
Management Components
Legal Liability
Summary
Mastery Learning Activities
References
Resources
Lesson Plans
Teachers' Rights, Responsibilities, and Best Practices
Learner Outcomes
Glossary Terms
Criminal Code
Contracts
Statutes
Torts
Standard of Care (Duty of Care)
Responding to Injuries
Professional Responsibility
Best Practices and Beyond
Summary
Mastery Learning Activities
References
Resources
Lesson Plans
Equipment and Facilities
Learner Outcomes
Glossary Terms
Small Equipment
Homemade Equipment
Large Equipment
Facilities
Safety
Recess
Summary
Mastery Learning Activities
References
Resources
Lesson Plans
Teaching Physical Education
Instructing Students
Learner Outcomes
Glossary Terms
Practice
Personality Variables
Teaching Behaviors
Observation for Skill and Confidence
Strategies for Improvement
Effective and Expert Teachers
About Expert Teachers
Summary
Mastery Learning Activities
References
Resources
Lesson Plans
Evaluating Students
Learner Outcomes
Glossary Terms
Validity in Evaluation
Knowing: Traditional Assessment
Applying Authentic Assessment
Feedback to Children and Parents
Using Tests
Grading
Sample Instruments for Evaluation
Portfolios and Journals
Summary
Mastery Learning Activities
References
Resources
Lesson Plans
Growing as a Teacher
Learner Outcomes
Glossary Terms
Reflection
Portfolios
Lifelong Learning
Collaboration
Outreach
Professionalism
Summary
Mastery Learning Activities
References
Resources
Glossary
Index
About the Authors
How to Use the DVD-ROM