Physical Education Matrix INTASC Standards Standard #1: Learner Development. The teacher understands how learners grow and develop, recognizing that patterns of learning and development vary individually within and across the cognitive, linguistic, social, emotional, and physical areas, and designs and implements developmentally appropriate and challenging learning experiences. Standard #2: Learning Differences. The teacher uses understanding of individual differences and diverse cultures and communities to ensure inclusive learning environments that enable each learner to meet high standards. Standard #3: Learning Environments. The teacher works with others to create environments that support individual and collaborative learning, and that encourage positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self motivation. Standard #4: Content Knowledge. The teacher understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the discipline(s) he or she teaches and creates learning experiences that make the discipline accessible and meaningful for learners to assure mastery of the content. Standard #5: Application of Content. The teacher understands how to connect concepts and use differing perspectives to engage learners in critical thinking, creativity, and collaborative problem solving related to authentic local and global issues. Standard #6: Assessment. The teacher understands and uses multiple methods of assessment to engage learners in their own growth, to monitor learner progress, and to guide the teacher s and learner s decision making. Standard #7: Planning for Instruction. The teacher plans instruction that supports every student in meeting rigorous learning goals by drawing upon knowledge of content areas, curriculum, cross-disciplinary skills, and pedagogy, as well as knowledge of learners and the community context. Standard #8: Instructional Strategies. The teacher understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies to encourage learners to develop deep understanding of content areas and their connections, and to build skills to apply knowledge in meaningful ways. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
INTASC Standards Standard #9: Professional Learning and Ethical Practice. The teacher engages in ongoing professional learning and uses evidence to continually evaluate his/her practice, particularly the effects of his/her choices and actions on others (learners, families, other professionals, and the community), and adapts practice to meet the needs of each learner. Standard #10: Leadership and Collaboration. The teacher seeks appropriate leadership roles and opportunities to take responsibility for student learning, to collaborate with learners, families, colleagues, other school professionals, and community members to ensure learner growth, and to advance the profession. X X
Conceptual Framework Standards Global Competitor -Designs and implements instruction that develops the analytic and creative thinking skills of students for a global 21 st century environment; -Demonstrates knowledge of scientific research based literacy instruction; -Demonstrates respect for a variety of global cultures, customs, and languages. Advocator for Diversity -Creates a classroom environment of inclusiveness; -Recognizes and values cultural influences on the development of students and self; -Demonstrates a variety of teaching strategies to accommodate the needs of diverse learners; -Uses formative assessment data to make instructional decisions to ensure that all students learn. Healthy and Responsible Citizens -Promotes student interest and motivation by creating, maintaining and inviting, a respectful, supportive, inclusive, and flexible learning environment; -Creates positive, nurturing relationships with students; -Models and promotes a healthy, active lifestyle; -Provides opportunities for students to make responsible choices in a respectful, supportive, inclusive environment. Critical Thinker and Innovator -Uses and models critical thinking and logic to interpret information, draw conclusions, and solve problems; -Creates an environment for students to be effective leaders and responsible decision-makers in a supportive, inclusive environment; -Designs instruction that requires students to demonstrate various perspectives and address the interconnectedness of ideas and knowledge 369 X X X X X X X
Conceptual Framework Standards Embedded Technology User -Understands the role of technology in an interconnected and global environment; -Values the contributions that technology can make to teaching and learning, communication, and assessment; -Demonstrates flexibility in utilizing current technology in the classroom; utilizes technology systems to assess student learning, to maintain records, and to communicate with others; -Designs instruction that encourages students to use technology to conduct research, solve problems, collaborate with others, and/or create musical, artistic, or literary compositions. Effective Communicator and Collaborator -Demonstrates effective verbal and nonverbal communication skills; -Collaborates with others to positively impact student success and to discover innovative strategies that will facilitate change, make global connections, and remove barriers for 21 st century learning; -Provides opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate effective communication and collaboration skills. 369 X X
ISTE Standards Facilitate and inspire student learning and creativity Teachers use their knowledge of subject matter, teaching and learning, and technology to facilitate experiences that advance student learning, creativity, and innovation in both face-to-face and virtual environments. a. Promote, support, and model creative and innovative thinking and inventiveness b. Engage students in exploring real-world issues and solving authentic problems using digital tools and resources c. Promote student reflection using collaborative tools to reveal and clarify students conceptual understanding and thinking, planning, and creative processes d. Model collaborative knowledge construction by engaging in learning with students, colleagues, and others in face-to-face and virtual environments Design and develop digital age learning experiences and assessments Teachers design, develop, and evaluate authentic learning experiences and assessments incorporating contemporary tools and resources to maximize content learning in context and to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes identified in the Standards a. Design or adapt relevant learning experiences that incorporate digital tools and resources to promote student learning and creativity b. Develop technology-enriched learning environments that enable all students to pursue their individual curiosities and become active participants in setting their own educational goals, managing their own learning, and assessing their own progress c. Customize and personalize learning activities to address students diverse learning styles, working strategies, and abilities using digital tools and resources d. Provide students with multiple and varied formative and summative assessments aligned with content and technology standards, and use resulting data to inform learning and teaching. Model digital age work and learning Teachers exhibit knowledge, skills, and work processes representative of an innovative professional in a global and digital society. a. Demonstrate fluency in technology systems and the transfer of current knowledge to new technologies and situations b. Collaborate with students, peers, parents, and community members using digital tools and resources to support student success and innovation 369 X X X X X
c. Communicate relevant information and ideas effectively to students, parents, and peers using a variety of digital age media and formats d. Model and facilitate effective use of current and emerging digital tools to locate, analyze, evaluate, and use information resources to support research and learning. Promote and model digital citizenship and responsibility Teachers understand local and global societal issues and responsibilities in an evolving digital culture and exhibit legal and ethical behavior in their professional practices. a. Advocate, model, and teach safe, legal, and ethical use of digital information and technology, including respect for copyright, intellectual property, and the appropriate documentation of sources b. Address the diverse needs of all learners by using learner-centered strategies providing equitable access to appropriate digital tools and resources c. Promote and model digital etiquette and responsible social interactions related to the use of technology and information d. Develop and model cultural understanding and global awareness by engaging with colleagues and students of other cultures using digital age communication and collaboration tools Engage in professional growth and leadership Teachers continuously improve their professional practice, model lifelong learning, and exhibit leadership in their school and professional community by promoting and demonstrating the effective use of digital tools and resources. a. Participate in local and global learning communities to explore creative applications of technology to improve student learning b. Exhibit leadership by demonstrating a vision of technology infusion, participating in shared decision making and community building, and developing the leadership and technology skills of others c. Evaluate and reflect on current research and professional practice on a regular basis to make effective use of existing and emerging digital tools and resources in support of student learning d. Contribute to the effectiveness, vitality, and selfrenewal of the teaching profession and of their school and community