Courses of Study : Physical Education (Grade 8)

Anchor Standard 1: Motor Skills and Movement Patterns: The physically literate individual demonstrates competency in a variety of motor skills and movement patterns.
1.1
Locomotor
Dance and rhythms
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 3
Classroom Resources: 3
8-1.1) Create a movement sequence to music as an individual or in a group to display command of rhythm and timing.

APE accommodation suggestions: slower music, poly spots and/or arrows on floor for direction, break the dance steps/ movements down into small parts, review/practice, peer assistance and modeling

1.2
Manipulative
Throwing
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 7
Classroom Resources: 7
8-1.2) Throw using the proper form for distance or power appropriate to the activity during small-sided game play.

APE accommodation suggestions: Provide a variety of sizes, shapes, textures, and inflation levels of objects to make throwing more successful; use ball launchers.

1.3
Manipulative
Catching
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 1
Classroom Resources: 1
8-1.3) Catch using an implement in a dynamic environment or modified game play.

Examples: lacrosse stick, glove

APE accommodation suggestions: Decrease distance ball is tossed, rolled or bounced; provide students the opportunity to catch an object using a bucket or a basket. Good objects to use for catching: stuffed animal, beach ball, scarf, deflated ball, foam ball, fleece ball, balloon (be aware of latex allergies).

1.4
Manipulative
Passing and receiving
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 4
Classroom Resources: 4
8-1.4) Pass and receive using an implement in combination with locomotor patterns, change of direction, speed and/or level, with proficiency.

Examples: lacrosse or hockey (floor, field, ice)

APE accommodation suggestions: Use a larger ball or slightly deflated ball.

1.5
Manipulative
Offensive skills
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 12
Classroom Resources: 12
8-1.5) Execute a variety of offensive skills during modified game play.

Examples: pivots, fakes, give and go, jab steps, hitting to an open space

APE accommodation suggestions: Peer assistance; verbal cues; modeling

1.6
Manipulative
Dribbling and ball control
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 3
Classroom Resources: 3
8-1.6) Dribble with dominant and non-dominant hand, foot, or implement while changing speed and/or direction in modified game play.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use a larger ball or slightly deflated ball.

1.7
Manipulative
Shooting on goal
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 8
Classroom Resources: 8
8-1.7) Shoot on a goal with accuracy and power in modified game play.

Examples: hockey (floor, field, ice), lacrosse, basketball, soccer

APE accommodation suggestions: Peer assistance; verbal cues; modeling

1.8
Manipulative
Defensive skills
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 5
Classroom Resources: 5
8-1.8) Utilize appropriate defensive strategies during modified game play.

APE accommodation suggestions: Peer assistance; verbal cues; modeling

1.9
Manipulative
Serving
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 4
Classroom Resources: 4
8-1.9) Execute a proper serve for distance and accuracy for net and wall games in modified game play.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use larger ball, smaller or shorter net, bigger target. Hand over hand assistance and modeling.

1.10
Manipulative
Striking
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 12
Classroom Resources: 12
8-1.10) Strike with proper form in modified game play.

Examples: overhead volley in tennis, pass in volleyball, drive/putt in golf, pass in soccer

APE accommodation suggestions: Use longer or shorter implements for student success in controlling the implement.

1.11
Manipulative
Volley
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 4
Classroom Resources: 4
8-1.11) Forehand- and backhand-volley with a mature form and control using a short- or long- handled implement during modified game play.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use a balloon or beach ball.

Anchor Standard 2: Movement and Performance: The physically literate individual applies knowledge of concepts, principles, strategies, and tactics related to movement and performance.
2.1
Movement Concepts
Rules
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 11
Classroom Resources: 11
8-2.1) Apply the rules, techniques, and strategies for a variety of games and activities to play a modified game.

APE accommodation suggestions: Make accommodations in the areas of rules, sporting behavior, and safety for the student to participate in the activity.

2.2
Movement Concepts
Sporting behavior
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 4
Classroom Resources: 4
8-2.2) Apply appropriate sporting behavior and etiquette in a modified game.

Example: self-managing during the activity

APE accommodation suggestions: Make accommodations in the areas of rules, sporting behavior, and safety for the student to participate in the activity.

2.3
Movement Concepts
Safety
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 3
Classroom Resources: 3
8-2.3) Apply appropriate safety behaviors in a modified game.

APE accommodation suggestions: Make accommodations in the areas of rules, sporting behavior, and safety for the student to participate in the activity.

2.4
Movement Concepts
Creating space
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 7
Classroom Resources: 7
8-2.4) Open and close space during modified game play by combining locomotor movements with movement concepts.

APE accommodation suggestions: hand over hand; hand to hand; verbal prompting; directional poly spots

2.5
Movement Concepts
Transitions
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 3
Classroom Resources: 3
8-2.5) Analyze and critique effective transitions and anticipation of opponent's strategy by recovering quickly, communicating with teammates, and capitalizing on an advantage.

APE accommodation suggestions: hand over hand; hand to hand; verbal prompting; directional poly spots

2.6
Movement Concepts
Offensive strategies
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 8
Classroom Resources: 8
8-2.6) Apply the skills or strategies necessary to score in modified game play.

APE accommodation suggestions: hand over hand; hand to hand; verbal prompting; directional poly spots

2.7
Movement Concepts
Defensive strategies
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 2
Classroom Resources: 2
8-2.7) Apply the skills or strategies necessary to prevent the opponent from scoring in a game situation.

APE accommodation suggestions: hand over hand; hand to hand; verbal prompting; directional poly spots

2.8
Movement Concepts
Speed, direction, force
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 5
Classroom Resources: 5
8-2.8) Identify and apply Newton's laws of motion to various physical activities.

APE accommodation suggestions: hand over hand; hand to hand; verbal prompting; directional poly spots

Anchor Standard 3: Physical Activity and Fitness: The physically literate individual demonstrates the knowledge and skills to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical activity and fitness.
3.1
Physical Activity and Fitness
Physical activity knowledge
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 1
Classroom Resources: 1
8-3.1) Develop a plan to address one possible barrier to maintaining a physically active lifestyle within the family, school, or community.

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

3.2
Physical Activity and Fitness
In classroom setting
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 3
Classroom Resources: 3
8-3.2) Analyze the differences between moderate and vigorous activities.

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

3.3
Physical Activity and Fitness
In non-school settings
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 5
Classroom Resources: 5
8-3.3) Create a plan for physical activity outside class, based on options available in the community.

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

3.4
Physical Activity and Fitness
Incorporating technology
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 8
Classroom Resources: 8
8-3.4) Determine the benefits of using available technology during physical activity.

Examples: active videos, active gaming systems, heart rate monitors, health apps

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

3.5
Physical Activity and Fitness
Fitness knowledge
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 11
Classroom Resources: 11
8-3.5) Analyze the benefits of health-related and skill-related fitness components.

Examples: stress reduction, body composition, self-esteem, less anxiety

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

3.6
Physical Activity and Fitness
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 4
Classroom Resources: 4
8-3.6) Use available technology to evaluate the quantity of individual exercise needed for optimal functioning.

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

3.7
Physical Activity and Fitness
Engagement in physical activity
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 1
Classroom Resources: 1
8-3.7) Design and apply a warm-up and cool-down routine for physical activity.

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

3.8
Physical Activity and Fitness
Fitness knowledge
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 2
Classroom Resources: 2
8-3.8) Use the overload principle in preparing a personal workout.

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

3.9
Physical Activity and Fitness
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 8
Classroom Resources: 8
8-3.9) Apply concepts of physical fitness to adjust physical activity intensity.

Examples: RPE, FITT formula

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

3.10
Physical Activity and Fitness
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 4
Classroom Resources: 4
8-3.10) Explain how body systems interact with one another during physical activity.

Examples: blood transports nutrients from the digestive system, oxygen from the respiratory system, cardiovascular system

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

3.11
Physical Activity and Fitness
Assessment and program planning
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 9
Classroom Resources: 9
8-3.11) Utilize one method of tracking fitness and nutrition.

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

Anchor Standard 4: Personal and Social Behavior: The physically literate individual exhibits responsible personal and social behavior that respects self and others.
4.1
Personal and Social Behavior
Personal responsibility
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 6
Classroom Resources: 6
8-4.1) Demonstrate appropriate methods of conflict resolution and respond in personally and socially responsible ways.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting and redirecting; peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

4.2
Personal and Social Behavior
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 1
Classroom Resources: 1
8-4.2) Use effective self-monitoring skills to incorporate opportunities for physical literacy.

Examples: appropriate responses, responsible attitudes, working with others to accomplish a task

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting and redirecting; peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

4.3
Personal and Social Behavior
Accepting feedback
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 4
Classroom Resources: 4
8-4.3) Create an encouraging classroom environment by providing constructive feedback to peers without prompting from the teacher.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting and redirecting; peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

4.4
Personal and Social Behavior
Working with others
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 3
Classroom Resources: 3
8-4.4) Respond appropriately to participants' ethical and unethical behavior during physical activity by using rules and guidelines for resolving conflicts.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting and redirecting; peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

4.5
Personal and Social Behavior
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 7
Classroom Resources: 7
8-4.5) Collaborate with classmates on problem-solving initiatives during large-group activities and game play.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting and redirecting; peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

4.6
Personal and Social Behavior
Rules and etiquette
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 6
Classroom Resources: 6
8-4.6) Apply rules and etiquette for a variety of physical activities, fitness exercises, and games.

Examples: creating dance routines within a given set of parameters, officiating modified games

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting and redirecting; peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

4.7
Personal and Social Behavior
Safety
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 6
Classroom Resources: 6
8-4.7) Independently use equipment appropriately and identify specific safety concerns to prevent injuries.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting and redirecting; peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

Anchor Standard 5: Values Physical Activity: The physically literate individual recognizes the value of physical activity for health, enjoyment, challenge, self-expression, and/or social interaction.
5.1
Values Physical Activity
Health
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 3
Classroom Resources: 3
8-5.1) Analyze the empowering consequences of being physically active.

APE accommodation suggestions: peer assistance and modeling

5.2
Values Physical Activity
Challenge
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 4
Classroom Resources: 4
8-5.2) Apply recently learned strategies to develop a plan of action and make appropriate decisions based on those concepts when faced with an individual challenge.

APE accommodation suggestions: peer assistance and modeling

5.3
Values Physical Activity
Self-expression & enjoyment
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 0
8-5.3) Participate in an enjoyable activity that prompts individual self-expression.

APE accommodation suggestions: peer assistance and modeling

5.4
Values Physical Activity
Social interaction
Physical Education (2019)
Grade(s): 8
All Resources: 2
Classroom Resources: 2
8-5.4) Exhibit self-respect when asking for help or helping others in various physical activities without prompting.

APE accommodation suggestions: peer assistance and modeling