"This book is a revised edition of Dynamic Physical Education for Secondary School Students, eighth edition, published in 2014 by Pearson Education, Inc" -- Title page verso. Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents:
Chapter 1: Physical education in the secondary school -- Chapter 2: Curriculum approaches -- Chapter 3: Steps in developing an effective curriculum -- Chapter 4: Planning for effective instruction -- Chapter 5: Improving instructional effectiveness -- Chapter 6: Teaching styles -- Chapter 7: Management -- Chapter 8: Assessment, evaluation, grading, and program accountability -- Chapter 9: Including students with disabilities -- Chapter 10: Safety and liability -- Chapter 11: Supporting and advocating for physical education -- Chapter 12: Comprehensive school physical activity programs -- Chapter 13: Intramurals, physical activity programs, and athletics -- Chapter 14: Introductory activities -- Chapter 15: Physical fitness -- Chapter 16: Healthy lifestyles -- Chapter 17: Nontraditional activities -- Chapter 18: Sports -- Chapter 19: Lifestyle activities -- Chapter 20: Adventure activities.
Summary:
"DPE emphasizes the skill development, activity promotion, and physical fitness behaviors that are the foundation of physical literacy. DPE advocates instructional practices designed to create a learning environment where students are free to experiment, learn, and experience physical activity in a positive climate. DPE goes beyond physical education classes by promoting physical activity throughout the school day and beyond"-- Provided by publisher.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.