STANDARD 2.5 (MOTOR SKILL DEVELOPMENT) ALL STUDENTS WILL UTILIZE SAFE, EFFICIENT, AND EFFECTIVE MOVEMENT TO DEVELOP AND MAINTAIN A HEALTHY, ACTIVE LIFESTYLE.

 

Descriptive Statement:  This standard enables students to understand how to move and why it is necessary. When individuals learn to move safely, effectively, and efficiently, and feel comfortable and confident in the performance of motor skills, they are more likely to participate in health-enhancing forms of physical activity throughout life.  In order to meet this standard, students must participate in a wide range of developmentally-appropriate games, sports, dance, and lifetime recreational activities that will help students develop and maintain a healthy, active lifestyle. 

 

Cumulative Progress Indicators

 

Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 6, students will:

 

A.   Movement Skills

1.     Demonstrate developmentally appropriate form when using movement skills in applied settings.

2.     Demonstrate the use of force and motion to impact the quality of physical movement.

3.     Employ the principles of space, effort, and relationships to modify movement.

4.     Modify movement in response to dynamic, interactive environments.

5.     Use visual and verbal cues to improve performance during a physical activity.

6.     Evaluate the critical elements of a movement skill or skill combination and provide appropriate feedback.

7.     Apply a learned skill to another movement setting.

8.     Perform planned movement sequences based on a theme and using rhythm or music.

 

B.   Movement Concepts

1.     Analyze movement sequences for the proper use of body mechanics and suggest improvements.

2.     Discuss how the principles of force and motion impact the quality of movement.

3.     Analyze how the use of energy and flow contributes to more effective, efficient, or creative movement.

4.     Describe how to refine and increase control when performing movement skills.

5.     Discuss how to modify movement in response to dynamic, interactive environments.

6.     Analyze how a movement skill can be transferred to another movement setting.

7.     Discuss how practice, regular participation, and appropriate feedback improve performance.

8.     Discuss how movement activities pose opportunities for self-expression, creativity, and teamwork.

 

C.   Strategy

       1.     Describe and demonstrate the use of offensive, defensive, and cooperative strategies.

 

D.   Sportsmanship, Rules, and Safety

1.     Compare the roles and responsibilities of participants and observers and recommend strategies to improve behavior, participation, and enjoyment.

2.     Summarize general and specific activity rules, describe how they enhance participation and safety, and follow them during activities.

3.     Select, use, and care for equipment used during physical activity.

 

E.   Sport Psychology

1.     Describe and demonstrate the use of mental preparation strategies prior to and during participation in physical activity.

 

Link to Standard 2.5 Grade 3-4

 

Link to Standard 2.5 Grade 7-8

 

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