Introduction to Teaching Physical Education

Jane Shimon has first-hand experience in teaching physical education and health at the secondary level. She has been teaching an Introduction to Physical Education class since 2000. Shimon has also served on the editorial board of Journal of Physical Education, Recreation and Dance.

Part I. Behind the Scenes of Physical Education Chapter 1. History of Physical Education The Beginning Physical Education in the United States Early American Period: Mid-1700s to 1900 Early 20th Century: 1900 to 1930 Mid-20th Century: 1930 to 1970 Late 20th Century: 1970 to 2000 Early 21st Century: 2000 to Present Summary Chapter 2. Purpose, Benefits, and Philosophy Purpose of Physical Education National Physical Education Standards Benefits of Physical Education Philosophy of Physical Education Summary Chapter 3. Duties and Challenges Teaching Duties and Roles Nonteaching Duties Issues and Concerns Summary Part II. Teaching Physical Education Chapter 4. Organization and Instruction Noninstructional Tasks: Classroom Organization Instructional Tasks Content Progressions and Practice Strategies Teaching Styles Summary Chapter 5. Motivation Motivational Theories Strategies to Enhance Motivation Summary Chapter 6. Behavior Management Behavior Management Safeguards Behavior Management Strategies Summary Part III. Lesson Planning and Outcomes Chapter 7. Scope and Sequence Scope: Pre-Kindergarten (Pre-K) Scope: Elementary School Scope: Middle School and Junior High School Scope: High School Sequence Summary Chapter 8. Lesson Planning Writing Performance Objectives for a Lesson Plan Creating Lesson Plans Supporting Individual Differences Summary Chapter 9. Student Assessment Terminology Assessment Options Types of Rubrics Rubric Construction Grading Considerations Health-Related Fitness Testing Constructing Written Tests Summary Part IV. Beyond the Classroom Chapter 10. Technology and Resources Instructional Technology Online Resources Summary Chapter 11. Careers in Physical Education Alternative School Settings Other Career Avenues Summary Appendix A. Appropriate Practice Guidelines and Instructional Strategies Appendix B. Example of Class Policies and Expectations Appendix C. Exercises for a Dynamic Warm-Up