Physical Teacher Course

Lesson 1 • Inclusive Physical Education Principles

Defines inclusion in PE and its ethical basis. Prepares teachers to adapt activities for diverse learners from the outset.

Lesson 2 • Core Principles of Motor Learning

Introduces how skills are acquired, retained, and transferred. Applies motor learning theory to instructional sequencing and feedback strategies.

Lesson 3 • History and Philosophy of PE

Traces PE's evolution from ancient movement traditions to modern curricula. Grounds instructional decisions in philosophical frameworks about human movement.

Lesson 1 • Energy Systems and Metabolism

Distinguishes aerobic, anaerobic, and phosphagen energy pathways. Guides activity design based on energy demands of different sports and tasks.

Lesson 2 • Growth, Fitness, and Physiological Adaptation

Describes how the body adapts to training stimuli over time. Informs long-term athlete development and age-appropriate fitness programming.

Lesson 3 • Skeletal and Muscular Systems

Covers bone structure, joint types, and major muscle groups. Connects anatomical knowledge to movement mechanics and injury prevention.

Lesson 4 • Cardiovascular and Respiratory Systems

Explains heart, blood vessel, and lung function during exercise. Enables teachers to monitor and adjust exercise intensity appropriately.

Lesson 1 • Integrating Health and Wellness Concepts

Embeds health literacy, nutrition basics, and mental wellness into PE units. Broadens student understanding of physical activity's role in overall health.

Lesson 2 • Unit Planning and Scope and Sequence

Structures multi-week units with clear learning progressions. Ensures content is sequenced logically across a full academic year.

Lesson 3 • Lesson Planning Essentials

Builds complete lesson plans with objectives, activities, and closure. Connects daily instruction to unit and curriculum-level goals.

Lesson 4 • Differentiated Instruction in PE

Adapts content, process, and product for varied learner needs. Ensures all students access meaningful physical activity within the same lesson.

Lesson 1 • Cooperative and Game-Based Learning

Uses peer collaboration and game contexts to deepen skill application. Develops social skills alongside physical competencies.

Lesson 2 • Spectrum of Teaching Styles

Introduces Mosston's spectrum from command to self-teaching styles. Matches teaching style to learning objective and student readiness.

Lesson 3 • Questioning and Guided Discovery

Develops higher-order thinking through strategic teacher questioning. Encourages students to problem-solve movement challenges independently.

Lesson 4 • Direct Instruction Techniques

Covers explicit demonstration, cueing, and modeling for skill teaching. Builds teacher confidence in delivering clear, efficient whole-class instruction.

Lesson 1 • Space, Equipment, and Safety Management

Organizes physical space and equipment for safe, efficient activity. Prevents accidents through proactive environmental design and inspection habits.

Lesson 2 • Positive Behavior Support in PE

Applies proactive strategies to reinforce desired behaviors in active settings. Builds a motivating climate that reduces disciplinary incidents.

Lesson 3 • Establishing Rules, Routines, and Expectations

Designs clear behavioral expectations and daily routines from day one. Reduces disruption by building predictable, student-centered structures.

Lesson 1 • Principles of Assessment in PE

Distinguishes formative, summative, and authentic assessment purposes. Establishes why and how assessment drives instructional decision-making in PE.

Lesson 2 • Fitness Testing and Interpretation

Administers standardized fitness assessments and interprets results meaningfully. Connects fitness data to individualized goal-setting and program adjustment.

Lesson 3 • Grading, Reporting, and Feedback

Translates assessment data into fair, transparent grades and reports. Delivers actionable feedback that motivates continued student improvement.

Lesson 4 • Skill Performance Assessment Tools

Develops rubrics, checklists, and rating scales for motor skill evaluation. Provides objective, consistent tools for measuring physical competency.

Lesson 1 • Dance, Rhythm, and Expressive Movement

Integrates dance and rhythmic activities as legitimate PE content. Develops teacher confidence in delivering creative and culturally diverse movement experiences.

Lesson 2 • Fundamental Movement Skills

Teaches locomotor, non-locomotor, and manipulative skill foundations. Ensures students build the movement vocabulary needed for all sport participation.

Lesson 3 • Aquatics and Outdoor Education

Introduces water safety, swimming instruction, and outdoor adventure activities. Expands the PE program beyond the gymnasium into diverse environments.

Lesson 4 • Team Sport Instruction and Tactics

Addresses skill, tactical, and rule instruction for invasion and net games. Prepares teachers to develop both individual technique and team play.

Lesson 1 • Professional Ethics and Conduct

Defines ethical responsibilities toward students, families, and colleagues. Prepares teachers to navigate professional dilemmas with integrity.

Lesson 2 • Reflective Practice and Self-Evaluation

Introduces structured reflection models to analyze and improve teaching. Builds the habit of using evidence to refine instructional decisions.

Lesson 3 • Building a Professional Teaching Portfolio

Guides creation of a portfolio documenting competencies, growth, and impact. Prepares teachers for job applications, evaluations, and career advancement.

Lesson 4 • Collaboration with Colleagues and Stakeholders

Develops skills for working with administrators, parents, and community partners. Strengthens the PE program through strategic professional relationships.