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Documentary Clips with Discussion Prompts

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On this page we have selected clips from the documentary that highlight different issues in physical education. We have also included some example discussion prompts that can be used and links to additional resources. Perfect for future physical educators
 
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ASSESSING PHYSICAL EDUCATION STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
"Did you know that Tag is good for you too?" Watch to see kids explain why. 

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​Discussion Prompts
  1. What fitness concepts should students learn in physical education? At what grade level?

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AUTHENTIC ASSESSMENT OF LEARNING
The impact of the new physical program is evident in this student interview.

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​Discussion Prompts
  1. How do you communicate with parents what is happening in your class?
  2. What are student projects that you have involved parents in or shared with them?

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FIRST DAY - NEW TEACHER EXPECTATIONS
The physical educator discusses student expectations and her initial observations.

​Discussion Prompts
  1. Who decides what the expectations for a class should be? Why?
  2. What expectations should there be for physical education students? Does this change depending on the class? Why or why not?
  3. How do you get students to meet your expectations?

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IT CHANGES EVERYTHING
The physical educator talks about the process of changing the physical education curriculum and school culture. 

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​Discussion Prompts
  1. How long does it take to change a school's culture and attitude about physical education?  What can physical educators do to assist this change?
  2. Where can physical educators go for help?

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parent sues for Quality Physical education
 
A father explains how he successfully sued the Marin School District for not providing the minimum hours of state required physical education, nor meeting state standards. See the LA Times article here.

​​Discussion Prompts
  1. What are the required minutes for Physical Education in your state? Do the schools in your district meet these requirements?
  2. If not, do you know why?
  3. Do you know what you can do to contribute to positive change?

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  • Pledge your Support for Quality Physical Education
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QUALITY PHYSICAL EDUCATION AFFECTING RECESS
The physical educator describes how physical education can impact what happens outside of PE. 

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​Discussion Prompts
  1. How can you transfer physical education learning outcomes to other areas of the school?
  2. What can you do during recess to reinforce physical education learning outcomes?

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SMILES FOR QUALITY PHYSICAL EDUCATION
One student explains how she felt after physical activity, and it's ADORABLE!​ 

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​Discussion Prompts
  1. How can you change students' perceptions of physical activity?
  2. How do you make physical activity enjoyable?
  3. What is the cutest thing you've heard a child say about physical activity?

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​STUDENTS REACT TO FIRST DAY OF NEW PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Students are interviewed about "respect" and the importance of being physically active. 
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​Discussion Prompts
  1. Do you assess your students' expectations of physical education when teaching a new class or at a new school? If so, how?
  2. How can you change the perception of physical education at your school?

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STUDENT RECALL PAST PHYSICAL EDUCATION EXPERIENCES
One of the biggest challenges to introducing quality physical education was overcoming the students' past physical education experiences.
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​Discussion Prompts
  1. What should students be learning in Physical Education?
  2. What activities should not be included in Physical Education?
  3. Are you familiar with the national standards and outcomes? Does your state have standards? What is a physically literate person?
  4. Do you know what a quality PE program looks like? Are you familiar with what are considered good teaching practices in physical education?
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TEACHERS ARE ROLE MODELS
Commitment from ALL teachers. The idea of getting everyone at Storefront involved, not just the PE teacher. Julie from SPARK explains that when teachers make the commitment to teaching quality education, students will learn & benefit.

​Discussion Prompts
  1. What can you do to get classroom teachers engaged in the physical education curriculum?
  2. How can physical educators support classroom teachers?
  3. How can classroom teachers support physical educators?
Links to Related Information and Resources on Our Site
  • ​​​Examples of Cross Disciplinary Activities
  • ​​​The Importance of Recess, Play, and Active Classrooms​​
  • ​What Does Quality Physical Education Look Like?

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