Candidates will demonstrate knowledge of their basic science core including concepts of exercise physiology, anatomy, biomechanics and motor learning & development related to the performance and analysis of skillful movement.
Candidates will demonstrate knowledge of theoretical constructs of the science core, and learning and development along with an understanding of historical, philosophical and social perspectives of physical education.
Candidates will know how to attain and maintain personal levels of health-related fitness and competence in a variety of physical activities and movement patterns.
Candidates will know how to design short and long term developmentally appropriate lesson and unit plans that support the diverse learning needs of all students AND address fitness, motor competence and a variety of sport and physical activities.
Candidates will know how to develop and implement content specific, progressive and sequential instruction that leads to active and fair learning experiences for all students while maintaining a safe teaching/learning environment with maximum academic learning time for all students
Candidates will know how to create and provide effective demonstrations, explanations, instructional cues, and feedback to support student learning.
Candidates will know how to select or develop appropriate assessments that accurately measure the achievement of all students’ instructional settings.
Candidates will know how to use assessment results and reflective practice to inform instruction, and maintain high standards for themselves and their students.
