This course aims to empower educators with innovative strategies for promoting physical education, focusing on student ownership, effective teaching methodologies, and the principles of assessment and evaluation. Participants will learn to design engaging activities that not only meet educational goals but also encourage active involvement and a positive attitude towards physical fitness. Emphasizing a supportive learning environment, the course teaches how to foster autonomy and motivation among students by allowing them to make self-directed choices. Additionally, educators will gain insights into assessing and evaluating students' progress in a way that celebrates diversity and individual achievements. Ultimately, this course will guide educators in creating a dynamic and inclusive physical education experience that motivates students to embrace physical activity with confidence and enthusiasm.

At the completion of this course, the learner will be able to:

• Understand the foundation for changing activities in ways that afford proper challenges to participants.  InTASC 1,2,6,9,10
• Apply and develop a culture where students feel safe, capable, successful, motivated, and connected to others, having a sense of ownership in the activities.  InTASC 2,3,7
• Identify the type of communication necessary for successful implementation as well as the detailed steps involved in sharing decision making with participants.  InTASC 1,3,5,7,8
• Research, apply and explore lessons, strategies, activities, and techniques for introducing change, challenge, and choice into your program.  InTASC 1,5,6
• Reflect on tips and strategies to fully and successfully implement a choice approach that includes a variety of physical activity pursuits.  InTASC 6,8,9

Use strategies, activities, and techniques that maximize participation by relating participants’ needs to the program goals.  InTASC 2,3,4,5,7,8