
ERIC Number: EJ727982
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2005-Oct-1
Pages: 8
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ISSN: ISSN-0730-3084
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Beyond Games, Gadgets, and Gimmicks: Differentiating Instruction across Domains in Physical Education
Smith, Shelley Paul
Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance (JOPERD), v76 n8 p38 Oct 2005
The intent of this article is to inspire physical educators to reflect on their individual practices and to investigate ways to implement differentiation strategies in a learning environment that is not "one size fits all." They should know what differentiation is, and be familiar with numerous strategies that can be practiced in physical education. They should understand that differentiation saturates every facet of the teaching and learning process; that each student's needs, interests, and abilities guide the decisions made in differentiation; and that through differentiation, individual learning and success can be enhanced in one or all domains. Teachers should be able to select differentiation strategies, and combine them as needed, to appropriately meet the needs of each student they teach.
Descriptors: Physical Education Teachers, Educational Environment, Physical Education, Teaching Styles, Curriculum Development, Elementary School Students, Ability Identification, Individualized Instruction
Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance, American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD), 1900 Association Drive, Reston, VA 20191. Tel: 800-213-7193, ext. 493 (Toll Free).
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Elementary Education
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Language: English
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