Standard 1: Content and Foundational Knowledge
Physical education candidates demonstrate an understanding of common and specialized content, and scientific and theoretical foundations for the delivery of an effective PreK-12 physical education program.
Components – Candidates will:
1.a Describe and apply common content knowledge for teaching PreK-12 physical education.
1.b Describe and apply specialized content knowledge for teaching PreK-12 physical education.
1.c Describe and apply physiological and biomechanical concepts related to skillful movement, physical activity and fitness for PreK-12 students.
1.d Describe and apply motor learning and behavior-change/psychological principles related to skillful movement, physical activity and fitness for PreK-12 students.
1.e Describe and apply motor development theory and principles related to fundamental motor skills, skillful movement, physical activity and fitness for PreK-12 students.
1.f Describe historical, philosophical and social perspectives of physical education issues and legislation.