WELCOME TO THE WOLFPACK
BURNETT MIDDLE SCHOOL PHYSICAL EDUCATION
COURSE SYLLABUS
VIDEO INTRODUCTION
COURSE GOALS
The overall goals for students in this course are to
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Demonstrate competency in many, and proficiency in a few, movement forms from a variety of categories.
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Identify, analyze and evaluate movement concepts, mechanical principles, safety considerations and strategies/tactics regarding movement performance in a variety of physical activities.
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Participate regularly in physical activity.
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Develop and implement a personal fitness program to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical fitness.
COURSE GRADING
25%
FITNESS
Students will receive 2 points each day of the week that they participate in warm-up and stretching activities.
25%
RESPONSIBLE BEHAVIOR
Students will receive 2 points each day that they are appropriately dressed for physical activity and exhibit responsible behaviors during class.
25%
MOVEMENT
Students will receive 2 points each day of the week that they participate in a variety of physical activities.
25%
COGNITIVE
Students will earn points on quizzes and responding to questions during class.
COURSE CONTENT
Grades 7/8 Semester 1 - Basketball, Ultimate Frisbee, Non-Contact Flag Rugby, Racquet Sports, Physical Fitness, Principles of Training, Health-Related Components of Fitness, Exercise Safety, Heat-Related Illnesses, Responsible Behaviors, and Team Building.
Grades 7/8 Semester 2 - Soccer, Flag Football, Volleyball, Bowling, Ultimate Frisbee/Disc Golf, Other Content (Physical Fitness and Sportsmanship/Responsible Behavior concepts are The Next Generation Sunshine State Standards Grades 7/8 Physical Education focuses on Team Sports, Individual/Dual Sports, Alternative/Non-Traditional Sports, and Outdoor Education (Physical Fitness/Sportsmanship concepts are integrated into all content areas).
Content is taught on a two or three week instructional schedule for each content area. Some content areas may only require one week.
Topics include but are not limited to:
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Individual, and Dual SportsTeam•
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Technology
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Safety and Sports Etiquette
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Health and Skill Related Components of Fitness
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Mature Movement Patterns and Manipulative Skills
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Principles of Biomechanics
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Offensive and Defensive Strategies and Tactics
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Moderate to Vigorous Physical Activity
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Alternative and Extreme Sports and Outdoor Pursuits
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Personal Attainment and Enjoyment of Healthy Lifestyles