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Using the State Curriculum: Physical Education, High School

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Physical Education

Standard 6 Social Psychological Principles

Students will demonstrate the ability to use skills essential for developing self-efficacy, fostering a sense of community, and working effectively with others in physical activity settings.

Topic

A. Safety in Physical Activity

Indicator

1. Support the understanding of safety in physical activity settings.

Objectives

a. Evaluate safe practices for a variety of physical activities.

b. Discuss the relationship between core strength and proper posture in minimizing injury such as: lifting, carrying, and lower back care.

Topic

B. Effort and Improvement

Indicator

1. Predict the relationship between effort and improvement.

Objectives

a. Create challenging, attainable personal physical activity goals and make revisions based on personal values.

b. Discuss how effort and motivation in a self-directed activity leads to attainment of a goal.

c. Self evaluate, design, and revise a plan for attainment of personal goals.

Topic

C. Cooperation and Responsibility

Indicator

1. Devise a plan to foster a sense of community in physical activity settings.

Objectives

a. Create and evaluate strategies to resolve conflict and implement changes in a physical activity setting to foster a sense of community.

Topic

D. Compassion and Inclusiveness

Indicator

1. Develop a plan to foster compassion and inclusiveness in physical activity settings.

Objectives

a. Design strategies for a diverse group of individuals to encourage effective participation in physical activity settings.

Topic

E. Time Management

Indicator

1. Evaluate time management strategies.

Objectives

a. Assess a daily physical activity plan and use appropriate solutions and strategies to overcome personal time barriers.

2009-05-27