Physical Education (Grades K–12) Subtest 2

Subarea II. The Physical Education Program

0013

Understand the organization, goals, philosophies, and administration of the physical education program.

demonstrating knowledge of the organization, goals, characteristics, and purposes of the physical education program (e.g., in relation to national and state standards, best practices, and curriculum goals)
analyzing health-related concerns, assumptions, debates, and processes of inquiry central to the study of physical activity
applying knowledge of historical, philosophical, sociological, and psychological factors associated with physical activity
recognizing methods for designing interdisciplinary learning experiences that allow students to integrate knowledge and skills from multiple subject areas
recognizing managerial and instructional techniques that create smoothly functioning learning experiences in physical activity settings (e.g., supervision and monitoring strategies, effective transition procedures)
demonstrating knowledge of strategies and resources for communicating and collaborating with students, parents/guardians, community members, and school personnel to enhance and advocate for physical education
recognizing strategies for establishing partnerships with community organizations and businesses to create physical education opportunities
recognizing the role and purpose of cocurricular and extracurricular activities in relation to the physical education program

0014

Apply knowledge of how to plan, implement, and evaluate physical education instructional activities, including those in adapted physical education programs.

applying knowledge of how to design, select, and implement learning experiences that are safe, developmentally appropriate, and based on principles of effective instruction
recognizing principles and techniques for modifying rules, equipment, approaches, activities, settings, and organizational strategies to accommodate students with special needs and students from diverse cultural or linguistic backgrounds
applying knowledge of strategies and techniques for adapting and modifying approaches, activities, and organizational strategies to ensure the progress, motivation, and safety of all students
demonstrating knowledge of the cognitive dimensions of physical activity and ways to foster critical thinking, decision making, problem solving, and goal setting in the context of physical activities
demonstrating knowledge of types and characteristics of physical education assessment methods and how to interpret, communicate, and use assessment information to foster students' development

0015

Understand the content and methods for developing students' subject-area reading skills to support their reading and learning in physical education.

recognizing ways of using instructional practices, approaches, methods, and curriculum materials, including electronic resources, to support subject-area reading and writing (e.g., familiarizing students with organizational structures used in print and digital texts; developing print processing abilities, including decoding skills)
demonstrating knowledge of strategies for promoting students' academic language and vocabulary development, including their knowledge of domain-specific vocabulary words
applying knowledge of strategies for facilitating students' comprehension of subject-area texts before, during, and after reading in order to develop students' reading and metacognitive abilities
identifying principles, practices, and methods for matching subject-area reading materials to the ability levels of readers in order to support their developmental, cultural, and linguistic differences (e.g., differentiating instruction to meet the needs of students with various reading proficiency levels and linguistic backgrounds)

0016

Demonstrate knowledge of professional and safety issues and guidelines related to physical education.

demonstrating knowledge of legal and ethical issues and guidelines related to the organization and administration of physical education programs (e.g., special education, equity, inclusion, liability)
recognizing principles and practices for selecting, organizing, managing, and using physical education supplies, equipment, and facilities to provide students with active and equitable learning experiences
applying knowledge of principles and techniques that encourage and support positive behaviors and appropriate etiquette, sportsmanship, and officiating during physical activities
analyzing principles, techniques, issues, and considerations related to establishing and maintaining a safe physical education environment
applying knowledge of first-aid procedures and principles and practices for the prevention and care of injuries
recognizing signs and symptoms associated with life-threatening conditions and principles and procedures for providing appropriate emergency care (e.g., CPR, AED)

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