Physical Education

• Mission Statement
  AS part of the Health, Physical Education and Recreation Department, our mission is to inspire future professionals by providing a high quality education through an innovated, engaged learning experience. Within the broader mission of the Department of Health, Physical Education and Recreation, the PEP program has dual missions:

  • The mission for Track I – Physical Education Major K-12 is to prepare students in the discipline of physical education. Students develop an understanding of the scientific foundations of human performance and become proficient in a variety of sports and physical activities. Graduates with a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education Track I (B.A., B.S.) are qualified to pursue teacher licensure, apply for graduate school and/or supervise and manage various recreational programs, organize and direct intramural programs, and teach in special education environments (i.e., alternative schools, Job Corps). Students will achieve this mission by completing a variety of coursework and practicum hours, ultimately allowing them to develop and practice sound physical education pedagogical skills.
  • The mission for Track II - Physical Education Major K-12/Licensure is to prepare students in the discipline of physical education and to prepare quality teacher candidates to teach physical education in school environments. Students develop an understanding of the scientific foundations of human performance and become proficient in a variety of sports and physical activities, which they can teach to others. Graduates with a bachelor’s degree in physical education Track II (B.A., B.S.) are qualified to teach physical education and coach in public schools, grades K-12. Graduates are also qualified to apply for graduate school, supervise and manage various recreational programs, organize and direct intramural programs, and teach in special education environments (i.e., alternative schools, Job Corps). Students will achieve this mission by completing a variety of coursework and practicum hours, ultimately allowing them to develop and practice sound physical education pedagogical skills.

   

  • The results of implementing progressive, rigorous, and sequential course work, learning experiences, and program development for the graduate in physical education and physical education teaching are as follows:
  • At the conclusion of the students' program of study, students:
  • Know and apply discipline-specific scientific and theoretical concepts critical to the development of physically educated individuals. are physically educated individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to demonstrate competent movement performance and health enhancing fitness as delineated in the NASPE K - 12 Standards. plan and implement developmentally appropriate learing experiences aligned with local, state, and national standards to address the diverse needs of all students.
  • Students graduating with an undergraduate degree in physical education or physical education teaching face a myriad of exciting and ever-expanding career opportunities. Putting their knowledge into action, students learn how to improve their own lives while making a lasting impact on the quality of life for the students they teach. Graduates who work in the area of physical education and as physical education teachers are prepared to support real life changes that influence positive results.
  • Use effective communication and pedagogical skills and strategies to enhance student engagement and learning.
  • Utilize assessments and reflection to foster student learning and inform instructional decisions.
  • Possess dispositions essential to becoming effective professionals.
• Student Learning Outcomes
  • Certificate

     

  • Associate Degree (Not Applicable)

     

  • Bachelor Degree

    At the conclusion of the Bachelor of Science in Physical Education or Physical Education Teaching degrees, students will:

    • Know and apply discipline-specific scientific and theoretical concepts critical to the development of physically educated individuals.
    • Are physically education individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to demonstrate competent movement performance and health enhancing fitness as delineated in the SHAPE K - 12 standards.
    • Plan and implement developmentally appropriate learning experiences aligned with local, state, and national standards to address the diverse needs of all students.
    • Use effective communication and pedagogical skills and strategies to enhance student engagement and learning.
    • Utilize assessments and reflection to foster student learning and inform instructional decisions.
    • Possess dispositions essential to becoming effective professionals.
• Curriculum Grid

• Program and Contact Information

  The Department of Health Promotion and Human Performance (HPHP) in the Jerry & Vickie Moyes College of Education offers programs that promote lifelong wellness from a variety of disciplines. The mission of the Health Promotion and Human Performance Department is to inspire future professionals by providing high quality education through an innovative, engaged learning environment.
  The Department provides undergraduate programs for students wishing to complete degrees that include the Health Promotion Major and Minor, the Human Performance Management Major with a Wellness or Sport and Recreation Services Emphasis, the Physical Education Teaching and Non-Teaching Majors, three Physical Education Minors and a Recreation Minor. It also provides courses that contribute to the University’s commitment to General Education, promote a general interest in living healthy lifestyles and studying fitness, physical activity and health care, and assist students in achieving their college and career goals.

   

  Contact Information:
  Dr. Mandy Kirkham
  Weber State University
  1435 Village Drive, Department 2801
  Ogden, UT 84408-2801
  Swenson Gym, 307E
  (801) 626-6889

  https://www.weber.edu/hper

• Assessment Plan

  Program Learning Goal	Measurable Learning Outcome Students will:	Method of Measurement Direct and Indirect Measures	Threshold for Evidence of Student Learning
  Physical Education candidates demonstrate and understanding of common and specialized content, and scientific and theoretical foundations for the delivery of an effective preK-12 physical education program.	1.a. Describe and apply common content knowledge for teaching preK-12 physical education.	National Praxis Content Knowledge Test	85% of students will score 80% or better.
  	1.b. Describe and apply specialized content knowledge for teaching preK-12 physical education.	National Praxis Content Knowledge Test	85% of students will score 80% or better.
  	1.c. Describe and apply physiological and biomechanical concepts related to skillful movement, physical activity and fitness for preK-12 students.	National Praxis Content Knowledge Test	85% of students will score 80% or better.
  	1.d. Describe and apply motor learning and behavior-change / psychological principles related to skillful movement, physical activity and fitness for preK-12 students.	National Praxis Content Knowledge Test	85% of students will score 80% or better.
  	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.	National Praxis Content Knowledge Test	85% of students will score 80% or better.
  	1.f. Describe the historical, philosophical and social perspectives of physical education issues and legislation.	20 Question Exam of the History of Physical Education	Class average will be 80% correct.
  		1 Exam	Class average will be 80% correct.
  		1 Assignment	80% correct
  Physical education candidates are physically literate individuals who can demonstrate skillful performance in physical education content areas and health-enhancing levels of fitness.	2.a. Demonstrate competency in all fundamental motor skills, as well as skillful performance in a minimum of four physical education content area (e.g. games and sports, aquatics, dance and rhythmic activities, fitness activities, outdoor pursuits, individual performance activities).	Participation in students lessons	90% competency
  		Final Exam	80% correct
  	2.b. Achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of fitness throughout the program.	FitnessGram measures: 8 health-related physical fitness assessments of cardiovascular, muscular strength / endurance, BMI, and Flexibility	85% of students will achieve satisfactory scores on FitnessGram measures.
  Physical education candidates apply content and foundational knowledge to plan and implement developmentally appropriate learning experiences aligned with local, state, and/or SHAPE America's National Standards and Grade-Level Outcomes for K-12 Physical Education through the effective use of resources, accommodations and/or modifications, technology and metacognitive strategies to address the diverse needs of all students.	3.a. Plan and implement appropriate (e.g., measureable, developmentally appropriate, performance-based) short- and long-term plan objectives that are aligned with local, state and/or SHAPE America's Nation Standards and Grade-Level Outcomes for K-12 Physical Education.	Unit Plan Assignments	Average grade will be 80%
  		Practicum Teaching Experience Lesson Plan Development	Average grade will be 80%
  	3.b. Plan and implement progressive and sequential content that aligns with short- and long-term plan objectives and that addresses the diverse needs of all students.	Lesson Plans	Class average will be 80% correct.
  	3.c. Plan for and manage resources to provide active, fair, and equitable learning experiences.	Practicum Teaching Experience Lesson Plan Development	Class average will be 80% correct.
  		Practicum Teaching Experience Observations	2 teaching experiences
  		Assignment	Class average will be 80% correct.
  		Exams (Essay portion primarily)	Class average will be 80% correct.
  	3.d. Plan and implement individualized instruction for diverse student needs, adding specific accommodations and/or modifications for all students.	PEP 3660 Course, Teaching Practicums, and Lesson Plan Development	Class average will be 80% correct.
  	3.e. Plan and implement learning experiences that require students to use technology appropriately in meeting one or more short- and long-term plan objective(s).	Evaluation and grading assignment	Class average will be 80%.
  	3.f. Plan and implement learning experiences that engage students in using metacognitive strategies appropriately to analyze their own performance results.	PEP 3660, CAPES! participation	Class average will be 80%.
  Physical education candidates engage students in meaningful learning experiences through effective use of pedagogical skills. They use communication, feedback, technology, and instructional and managerial skills to enhance student learning.	4.a. Demonstrate verbal and nonverbal communication skills that convey respect and sensitivity across all learning experiences.	Practicum Teaching Experience Lesson Plan Development	Class average will be 80% correct.
  	4.b. Implement demonstrations, explanations and instructional cues that are aligned with short- and long-term plan objectives.	Practicum Teaching Experience Lesson Plan Development	Class average will be 80% correct.
  		Practicum Teaching Experience Lesson Plan Delivery	Class average will be 80% correct.
  	4.c. Evaluate the changing dynamics of the learning environment and adjust instructional tasks as needed to further student progress.	Practicum Teaching Experience Lesson Plan Development	Class average will be 80% correct.
  		Instructional Model Presentation	Class average will be 80% correct.
  	4.d. Implement transitions, routines and positive behavior management to create and maintain a safe, supportive and engaging learning environment.	Practicum Teaching Experience Lesson Plan Development	Class average will be 80% correct.
  		Classroom Management Plan Creation	Class average will be 80% correct.
  		Class Management Techniques	2 teaching experiences
  	4.e. Analyze motor skills and performance concepts through multiple means (e.g., visual observation, technology) in order to provide specific, congruent feedback to enhance student learning.	Practicum Teaching Experience Lesson Plan Development	Class average will be 80% correct.
  		Practicum Teaching Experience, Assessment Development	Thoughtful and through reflections
  Physical Education candidates select and implement appropriate assessments to monitor students' progress and guide decision making related to instruction and learning.	5.a. Select or create authentic, formal assessments that measure student attainment of short- and long-term objectives.	Evaluation and Grading Assignment	Class average will be 80% correct.
  	5.b. Implement formative assessments that monitor student learning before and throughout the long-term plan, as well as summative assessments that evaluate student learning upon completion of the long-term plan.	Practicum Teaching Using Assessments	2 teaching experiences
  	5.c. Implement a reflective cycles to guide decision making specific to candidate performance, student learning, and short- and long-term plan objectives.	Teaching Reflection log	Complete all required reflections
  		Reflective Teaching Log	Submit reflections for 80% of the weeks.
  Physical education candidates demonstrate behaviors essential to becoming effective professionals. They exhibit professional ethics and culturally competent practices; seek opportunities for continued professional development; and demonstrate knowledge of promotion/advocacy strategies for physical education and expanded physical activity opportunities that support the development of physically literate individuals.	6.a. Engage in behavior that reflects professional ethics, practice and cultual competence.	Service Learning Assignment	Class average will be 80% correct.
  		Home Communications Assignment	Class average will be 80% correct.
  	6.b. Engage in continued professional growth and collaboration in schools and/or professional organizations.	Cooperating teacher evaluation of practicum teacher	80% of practicum teachers will receive a positive evaluation
  	6.c. Describe strategies, including the use of technology, for the promotion and advocacy of physical education and expanded physical activity opportunities.	PEP 3660 Course, Teaching Practicums, and Lesson Plan Development	Class average will be 80% correct.

   

• Assessment Report Submissions
  2021-22 - No Report Submitted
  2019-20
  2017
  2016
  2015

• Program Review

  2022-23
  2018-19
  2013-14
   

This information is part of the cyclical program review process. Details such as mission statements, learning outcomes, etc., are updated as part of the biennial assessment reporting process, an integral component of program review.