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Content Knowledge Competency #1 ~ Accomplished physical education candidates have a command of the subject matter of physical education that reflects both breadth and depth. They establish and promote lifetime physical activity habits of all students. As well, they can articulate the relevance of the underlying sub-disciplines of physical education, integrating appropriate concepts into the physical education program that encourages lifetime physical activity.
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Curricular Knowledge Competency #2 ~ Accomplished physical education candidates consistently articulate a value system base for selecting, planning, and evaluating their curriculum to meet student needs and promote student learning.
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Equity/Fairness/Diversity Competency #3 ~ Accomplished physical education candidates model and promote behavior appropriate in a diverse society by showing respect for and valuing all members of their communities and by having high expectations that their students will treat one another fairly and with dignity.
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Sound Teaching Practices Competency #4 ~ Accomplished physical education candidates thoroughly comprehend the fundamental goals of physical education (refer to NASPE, 1995). They carefully orchestrate the blending of relevant principles of pedagogical practice with the complex nature of the physical education content. This gives their teaching actions purpose and allows them to implement a flexible yet effective instructional program responsive to students' interests, needs, and developmental levels.
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Assessment Competency #5 ~ Accomplished physical education candidates consistently use a variety of authentic assessments aligned with national, state standards, state and local program goals, and student outcomes goals to provide feedback to students, report student progress, shape instruction, and evaluate curriculum and program goals.
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High Expectations for a Physically Active Lifestyle Competency #6 ~ Accomplished physical education candidates maintain a stimulating productive learning environment that holds all students to the highest expectations for adopting a physically active lifestyle.
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Methods of Inquiry Competency #7 ~ Accomplished physical education candidates know, understand, interpret, critique, and consistently use research to improve practice.
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Collaboration, Reflection, Leadership, and Professionalism Competency #8 ~ Accomplished physical education candidates are lifelong learners who collaborate as members of a larger learning community to improve school physical education for all students and enhance the professional culture of their field.
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