ERIC Number: EJ1118263
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2016
Pages: 8
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ISSN: ISSN-0730-3084
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Developmental Physical Education: How to Implement a Peer-Assistance Program to Help Low Performers
Gagnon, Amy G.
Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance, v87 n9 p28-35 2016
Teachers want all students to succeed. As physical educators, the goal is to create physically literate students. However, what does a physical educator do when regular differentiation techniques are not enough to provide success for each student? This article provides a description of how one elementary school met the needs of low-performing physical education students who did not qualify for adapted physical education services. A step-by-step approach is explained regarding how any physical educator can implement such a program in his or her school. Potential steps for implementation include: (1) baseline assessment; (2) administrator, teacher and parent buy-in; (3) selection of little and big buddies; (4) follow-up assessment strategies; and (5) reflection and program evaluation.
Descriptors: Program Evaluation, Physical Education, Physical Education Teachers, Program Implementation, Peer Counseling, Elementary School Students, Elementary School Teachers, Physical Activities, Low Achievement, Physical Fitness, Formative Evaluation, Parent Teacher Cooperation, Family School Relationship
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Elementary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Connecticut
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