Massachusetts Standards for 6-8 2.8 Use combinations of manipulative, locomotor, and non-locomotor skills to develop movement sequences and patterns, both individually and with others. Topics Low Ropes Ultimate Frisbee Curriculum Possible Instructional Benchmarks Strategies STANDARD MOTOR SKILL DEVELOPMENT That all movements within the specific low rope activity will have specific consequences to the success or failure to complete task at hand. Different ways of achieving balance to help complete task (low ropes) Different methods of spotting in regards to the needs of specific activity (i.e. Student on ground level on a stationary object) compared to student 4 inches off of the ground compared to a student on a moving object (low ropes) Patterns of motions that lead to an organized group of dancers () That each individual dance will include certain steps that may be repeated or are in a different sequence compared to other line dances. That in line dancing, the use of locomotor and non-locomotor skills are combined to create balance not only within movement, but with rhythm as well. As in ultimate Frisbee, one must be able to regain full control of body after swift movements to be able to stay within concept of activity. Teacher gives feedback to students in the Low Ropes unit that may give subtle hints toward completion of the activity without giving complete direction on how to complete the task at hand. In, teacher will give visual instruction to the steps of each dance. Teacher will then teacher the students to put certain combinations together and the final process will be to combine all steps to teach the specific dance. In Ultimate Frisbee, teacher will give students visual lesson on methods of throwing a Frisbee. Teacher will have students break into small groups to practice taught methods. Both students and teacher and fellow students will give feedback to each student on the success of completion of throwing skills Evidence of Student Learning (Assessment) In Low Ropes, teacher has a closing meeting with class and discuses success/failures within activity and possible solutions to the problem In, teacher gives pairs of students checklist to monitor and recognize steps completed/not completed. Teacher will allow students to design a dance based on learned steps. In Ultimate Frisbee, teacher gives feedback to students concerning overall game play, students are given a physical test on correct method of throwing a Frisbee with a checklist of skills needed to perform task Month Low Ropes & Line Dance Ultimate Frisbee Complete low rope task within the specific limitations of body movement Recognize and put into action different ways to balance that are within the guidelines of the low ropes activity Use correct spotting methods, as to make Page 1 of 8
2.9 Demonstrate developmentally appropriate basic manipulative and advanced specialized physical skills, including throwing and catching different objects with both accuracy and force, hand and foot dribbling while preventing an opponent from challenging, and accurate striking proficiency. Golf Tennis Basketball STXball Softball Indoor Soccer sure head and back are supported within the specific low rope activity Perform dance within the context of how motions were presented Dance as specified by the name and/or song as was presented in instruction How to use motions within specific dance while keeping within beat of provided music In Ultimate Frisbee, how to keep body in controlled motion the balance techniques Body position, hand placement, arm position, windup and follow (weight transfer) in sports that ball thrown without assistance of equipment (Soccer, Basketball, Softball) Body position, hand placement (in regards to equipment), arm position, windup and follow (weight transfer) in sports that ball thrown with assistance of equipment (STXball,) Appropriate hand dribbling height (actual hand placement on Crosse and overall Crosse movement) and appropriate protective position in STXball Appropriate hand dribbling height and appropriate protective position in basketball Appropriate distance from foot to soccer ball, and appropriate protective position in soccer Appropriate foot/leg position and weight transfer in striking of ball (Soccer) Appropriate hand position, arm position, body position, and weight transfer in regards to striking a volleyball Appropriate hand position (in regards to the bat/club) arm position, rotation of hips, body position, and weight transfer in striking of In the team sport lessons, students will be instructed visual will be instructed visual In team sport lessons, teacher gives highlighting certain skills based on sport that are both graded during game play and individual execution of the skill outside of game play. highlighting certain skills based on the sport, which is graded using a checklist specific to the skill being graded. STXBall, Softball, Golf, Tennis Basketball & Indoor Soccer Page 2 of 8
the ball (softball, golf) 2.10 Perform a rhythm routine that combines traveling, rolling, balancing, and weight transfer into smooth flowing sequences with intentional changes in direction, speed, and flow. Correct complete throwing motion in regards to specific sport without assistance of equipment (Soccer, Basketball, Softball) Accurately complete throwing motion in regards to specific sport with assistance of equipment (STXball) Dribble with change of direction for a distance of approximately 50 yards with Crosse using correct dribbling technique Dribble a basketball with change of direction for a distance of approximately 60 feet using a variety of dribbles (speed, control, crossover, etc.) Dribble a soccer ball with change of direction for a distance of approximately 50 yards using correct technique Pass/Shoot/Strike soccer ball using both appropriate technique/specific touch depending on distance from teammate/goal Strike softball (with bat) with appropriate force needed to make ball travel Will be able to strike golf ball (with club) with appropriate force needed to make ball travel to desired target/location. Patterns of motions that lead to an organized group of dancers That each individual dance will include certain steps that may be repeated or are in a different sequence compared to other line dances. Each dance has specific movements patterns that incorporate the beat and rhythm of the music presented with the dance In, teacher will give visual instruction to the steps of each dance. Teacher will then teacher the students to put certain combinations together and the final process will be to combine all steps to teach the specific dance. In, teacher gives pairs of students checklist to monitor and recognize steps completed/not completed. Teacher will allow students to design a dance based on learned steps. Page 3 of 8
2.11 Apply basic principles of training and appropriate guidelines of exercise to improve immediate and longterm physical fitness. 2.12 Participate in activities that promote physical fitness, decrease sedentary lifestyle, and relieve mental and emotional tension. Fitness Test Fitness Test Golf Perform dance within the context of how motions were presented Dance as specified by the name and/or song as was presented in instruction Students will perform dance using the specific steps that have been introduced as not only in sequence, but in time with the applied music. Overall Benefits to regular exercise if done on a regular basis with feedback from health care professionals. That all forms of exercise are a gradual process, that no exercise program should start at a level that is too strenuous physically, therefore giving the body time to adjust to the changes in activity. The impact that physical fitness will have not only in short term physical goals, but lifetime achievement. Will follow a plan best suited to their previous experience in physical fitness, and will be expect to increase their rate of activity gradually as the unit goes on. Will participate in activates that are within their physical limits to ensure safe exercise practices. Research and record changes in body composition in regards to the addition of physical exercise Physical activity is not just something that has to be done in a certain location (i.e. gymnasium, health club, etc) or time period of one s life STANDARD FITNESS will be instructed visual feedback by the teacher In fitness testing, teacher will give specific instructions to each test that have been approved by the specific testing program used (for example, The President s Challenge). Teacher will also visually show students the specific test activities. In the, students will be instructed on how to use all equipment (machine based, free weights, and cardio-vascular equipment) by both verbal and visual instruction. Also, teacher will provide continuous feedback as students use equipment. In the team sport lessons, students will be instructed visual highlighting certain skills based on the sport that is graded using a checklist specific to the skill being graded. Fitness testing assessment will involve the students individual data being compared to the data provided by the specific testing program. Assessment in the center will come observation of the students use of equipment and actual workout and their self-reporting based by activity logs that they are to submit at the end of each class session. In team sport lessons, teacher gives highlighting certain skills based on sport that are both graded during game play and though though Fitness Testing (yearround) & Page 4 of 8
2.13 Explain the personal benefits of making positive health decisions and monitor progress towards personal wellness. Tennis Softball Fitness Test Physical activity is a very popular means in increasing social skills and to create new relationships Physical activity is a natural way to allow the body to be relieved of emotions that may negatively effect the body (such as stress) Participate in a variety of activates that promote physical fitness in a social setting (such as line dancing). Create physical fitness activities in locations that are not necessarily set up to independently house physical activity (such as a field). Document feelings after physical exercise and/or game play. The effects of regular exercise, personal habits, and recognition of one s physical self can help to foster a more positive personal physical outcome. Past decisions can affect physical health later in life. The more proactive an individual is in In, teacher will give visual instruction to the steps of each dance. Teacher will then teacher the students to put certain combinations together and the final process will be to combine all steps to teach the specific dance. will be instructed visual feedback by the teacher In fitness testing, teacher will give specific instructions to each test that have been approved by the specific testing program used (for example, The President s Challenge). Teacher will also visually show students the specific test activities. In the, students will be instructed on how to use all equipment (machine based, free weights, and cardio-vascular equipment) by both verbal and visual instruction. Also, teacher will provide continuous feedback as students use equipment. will be instructed visual feedback by the teacher In fitness testing, teacher will give specific instructions to each test that individual execution of the skill outside of game play. In, teacher gives pairs of students checklist to monitor and recognize steps completed/not completed. Teacher will allow students to design a dance based on learned steps. highlighting certain skills based on the sport that is graded using a checklist specific to the skill being graded. Fitness testing assessment will involve the students individual data being compared to the data provided by the specific testing program. Assessment in the center will come observation of the students use of equipment and actual workout and their self-reporting based by activity logs that they are to submit at the end of each class session. highlighting certain skills based on the sport that is graded using a checklist specific to the skill being graded. Fitness testing assessment will involve the Golf, Tennis, & Softball Fitness Test (Year Round) October) Fitness Test (year round) Page 5 of 8
2.14 Apply advanced movement concepts and beginning game strategies to guide and improve individual and team performance. Basketball Low Ropes Indoor Soccer Softball STXBall creating a healthy lifestyle; the increase chance there is for more positive future results. Research the benefits of regular exercise to see the possible outcomes that can happen with keeping with a routine. Create lists of both negative and positive choices which can help show the affects that may happen by both good and bad health choices Create an action plan with specific goals to help students steer toward positive health choices. have been approved by the specific testing program used (for example, The President s Challenge). Teacher will also visually show students the specific test activities. In the, students will be instructed on how to use all equipment (machine based, free weights, and cardio-vascular equipment) by both verbal and visual instruction. Also, teacher will provide continuous feedback as students use equipment. STANDARD PERSONAL & SOCIAL COMPETENCY How to set teams in a fair and equal manner (with teacher discression), creating more independent thinking in regards to team formation, player roles, and possible game strategies. How to diagram simple plays to create a team-first concept and therefore organizing the players as they move into more advanced game play Basic rules of activity played Will select teams (teacher will intervene if necessary), and continue positioning of team players based on skill set, and possible physical considerations (i.e. tallest player being the center in basketball). Using whiteboard, starting to diagram either formations for specific sport, or diagramming simple 2-3 step plays. Follow, and help enforce (not as a referee, but as a peer) rules of the activity. In the team sport lessons, students will be instructed visual Teacher gives feedback to students in the Low Ropes unit that may give subtle hints toward completion of the activity without giving complete direction on how to complete the task at hand. students individual data being compared to the data provided by the specific testing program. Assessment in the center will come observation of the students use of equipment and actual workout and their self-reporting based by activity logs that they are to submit at the end of each class session. In team sport lessons, teacher gives highlighting certain skills based on sport that are both graded during game play and individual execution of the skill outside of game play. In Low Ropes, teacher has a closing meeting with class and discuses success/failures within activity and possible solutions to the problem Basketball, Low Ropes & Indoor Soccer Softball & STXBall Page 6 of 8
2.15 Demonstrate strategies for inclusion of all students in physical activity settings. All Activates All activities can be appropriately adjusted to meet the demands (both physical and psychological) of the participants Activity levels will be appropriate for the age of student group Activities will maximize each student s participation time. Learn use of appropriate equipment based on specific parameters (i.e. Who would use a men s basketball or a woman s basketball, or using correct weight of bat in softball) Expected behaviors and expected age appropriate norms despite possible terminology of the activity or physical demands Participate as much as possible within the activity Teacher gives feedback to students in the Low Ropes unit that may give subtle hints toward completion of the activity without giving complete direction on how to complete the task at hand. In, teacher will give visual instruction to the steps of each dance. Teacher will then teacher the students to put certain combinations together and the final process will be to combine all steps to teach the specific dance. In Ultimate Frisbee, teacher will give students visual lesson on methods of throwing a Frisbee. Teacher will have students break into small groups to practice taught methods. Both students and teacher and fellow students will give feedback to each student on the success of completion of throwing skills In the team sport lessons, students will be instructed visual will be instructed visual In Low Ropes, teacher has a closing meeting with class and discuses success/failures within activity and possible solutions to the problem In, teacher gives pairs of students checklist to monitor and recognize steps completed/not completed. Teacher will allow students to design a dance based on learned steps. In Ultimate Frisbee, teacher gives feedback to students concerning overall game play, students are given a physical test on correct method of throwing a Frisbee with a checklist of skills needed to perform task In team sport lessons, teacher gives highlighting certain skills based on sport that are both graded during game play and individual execution of the skill outside of game play. highlighting certain skills based on the sport that is graded using a checklist specific to the skill being graded. Fitness testing assessment will involve the students individual data being compared to the data provided by the specific testing program. Assessment in the center will come observation of the students use of equipment and actual workout and Year Round Page 7 of 8
In the, students will be instructed on how to use all equipment (machine based, free weights, and cardio-vascular equipment) by both verbal and visual instruction. Also, teacher will provide continuous feedback as students use equipment. their self-reporting based by activity logs that they are to submit at the end of each class session. In fitness testing, teacher will give specific instructions to each test that have been approved by the specific testing program used (for example, The President s Challenge). Teacher will also visually show students the specific test activities. Page 8 of 8