Technology in Physical Education

1.Using Technology in Physical Education

Spark gives a great list of ways of how you can use technology in the classroom. It is a great way to inspire your class to work hard everyday in class.

2.PE Geek

PE geek is a blog that provides you with information on how to integrate technology in to the classroom. You can follow their podcast or sign up for multiple workshops going on.

3.Technology in Physical Education

I really liked this website because of the video examples that are given in each category. You can even utilize these videos when directing the class. It also gives you some differentiation techniques while still using technology.

4. Technology Tools

This website provides different links where you can use technology in your lesson plans. I also liked that they have links to other subjects. You can subscribe to their newsletter as well.

5.Soccer Skills and Technology

This link is an example of how to directly use technology in a lesson plan. The grade level is 3-5 and it allows the students to use a digital camera to take a picture of their partner while performing different skills.

Differentiated Instruction

1.Differentiated Instruction Weebly

This Weebly was a great resource for me. It gave me multiple views of how to prepare differentiated lessons. It also gives tests, assessments, and templates for you to use as well.

2. Beyond One Size Fits All in PE

This handout is from an event put on by Ever Active Schools, and it has a great amount on differentiation in physical education. It gives you literature to read, principals to follow, and visual concepts of how to implement differentiation in the classroom.

3. Differentiating Instruction for Students with Disabilities

I think this is is a great link because having a reference  regarding students with disabilities can only benefit you as a teacher. There are examples of how you can differentiate the rules, boundaries, actions, time, or equipment.

4. Differentiation Data Base

This link is a good all around data base for differentiation. It explains learning styles and how to adapt to them. There are examples of how to discover your student's learning style and how to guide them.

5. Differentiation in PE Assignment

I think its always good to have an example of an executed lesson plan. Something you can build from and create your own. 

Curriculum Resources

1.Spark PE

Spark PE is a great resource for teachers looking for new lesson plans and ideas for any physical education class. The site offers tips and videos from top trainers around the world containing strategies you can use in the classroom. There are available workshops and conferences for teachers including additional financial information.

2.PE Central

PE Central is a fantastic website for physical education teachers. The website goes into great detail on several topics for your classroom. I really liked the different types of assessments available (New Assessments, Paper and Pencil Assessments, and a portion to submit your own).

3.California Department of Education

I included this link because there is a great amount of information you can benefit from as a teacher. The site has curriculum guidelines, instructional material, and endless professional learning resources available for you at any time. It is a great reference, and something all teachers should be familiar with.

4. Shape America

Shape America is great for teachers who want be a part of the organization. You can become a member of Shape America and join teachers from across the nation to develop their career. There are multiple conferences and events you can attend along with workshops and other networking tools.

5. Physical Education Games

This website is fantastic for teachers looking for new and exciting games that they can use in the classroom. They break everything down into categories or grade levels, and it provides videos as well.

Introduction

My name is Shane and I am 27 years old living in Huntington Beach, California. I am currently working on my single subject credential while substitute teaching and working at a local butcher shop in Huntington Beach.

 I attended Long Beach State for my bachelors degree and also played Water Polo for the school. Sports have always been a big part of my life, and after playing for many years I decided to coach at a local high school in Huntington Beach. Once I started working with kids I knew I wanted to become a teacher and coach Water Polo at the high school level. I currently coach at Fountain Valley High School assisting with the Boys Water Polo program. I hope to teach Physical Education with my teaching credential and influence students to lead a healthy life and fit life.

Meeting the needs of diverse learners is something every teacher needs to be ready for. There can be so many different learning styles in the classroom, so the teacher needs to be able to customize their lesson plan accordingly. I believe that I will accomplish this by preparing myself as much as I can for each lesson, and have alternative assignments for students who may need a different approach to the material.