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K–12 Standards

Grade 7

Other Louisiana Physical Education sets

Demonstrates competency in many movement forms and proficiency in a few movement forms.

  • 1-M-1.

    Demonstrates the ability to combine locomotor, non-locomotor, and manipulative skills.1-M-1

    1. 1.

      Perform locomotor and non-locomotor skills in dynamic fitness activities (e.g., group exercise with manipulatives, aerobics, circuits).1-M-1.1

    2. 2.

      Perform locomotor and non-locomotor skills in sport (e.g., moving and changing directions based on opponents movement).1-M-1.2

    3. 3.

      Demonstrate selected elements of the mature form of the manipulative skills of catching, passing, hand dribbling, shooting, volleying, and punting in isolated settings.1-M-1.3

    4. 4.

      Demonstrate selected elements of sport specific skills focusing on moving, dribbling, passing, and shooting.1-M-1.4

  • 1-M-2.

    Exhibits basic strategies related to specific lead-up games.1-M-2

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate offensive and defensive strategies used while playing a basic version of a team or individual sport (e.g., creating space, moving an opponent).1-M-2.1

  • 1-M-3.

    Demonstrates basic competency in complex motor skills and advanced specialized skills related to specific sports activities (e.g., modified versions of team sports or individual sports).1-M-3

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate use of strategies/tactics within a variety of physical activities (e.g., changing directions and faking to create space and maintain possession).1-M-3.1

    2. 2.

      Combine skills competently to participate in modified versions of team and individual sports.1-M-3.2

  • 1-M-4.

    Demonstrates the ability to create rhythmic movement patterns.1-M-4

    1. 1.

      Perform selected folk, country, square, line, creative, and/or aerobic dances.1-M-4.1

    2. 2.

      Design rhythmic movement patterns or an aerobic routine with a partner/group using appropriate music1-M-4.2

  • 1-M-5.

    Demonstrates strategies for net and invasion games.1-M-5

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate use of selected tactical problems for both on-the-ball and object (e.g., seeing both the opponent with the object and the opponent you are guarding at the same time).1-M-5.1

    2. 2.

      Place or maneuver ball or object to and away from multiple partners in a sport activity.1-M-5.2

Applies movement concepts and principles to the learning and development of motor skills.

  • 2-M-1.

    Analyzes and applies basic concepts to improve movement, dance, fitness, game and sports skills being practiced.2-M-1

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate the ability to maintain static and dynamic balance while performing a task.2-M-1.1

    2. 2.

      Analyze and correct movement errors in skills necessary to participate in manipulative activities.2-M-1.2

    3. 3.

      Demonstrate competency in the mature form in all locomotor skills.2-M-1.3

    4. 4.

      Identify and apply major concepts used in acquiring motor skills (feedback, relevant cues).2-M-1.4

  • 2-M-2.

    Demonstrates how practicing movement skills improves performance and compares differences in successful throws from first attempts to last attempts.2-M-2

    1. 1.

      Modify performance utilizing feedback to improve execution.2-M-2.1

  • 2-M-3.

    Analyzes and applies advanced movement and game strategies.2-M-3

    1. 1.

      Identify and explain at least three tactics involved in playing an invasion sport.2-M-3.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate selected use of tactical problems including scoring, defending object or person, preventing scoring, defending space as a team, and communicating during modified striking, invasion, and fielding games.2-M-3.2

  • 2-M-4.

    Recognizes and applies principles necessary for safe and skilled physical performance.2-M-4

    1. 1.

      Apply safety rules in all activities.2-M-4.1

    2. 2.

      Follow safety procedures related to physical activity, equipment, facilities, environmental factors and takes responsibility for their own safety.2-M-4.2

    3. 3.

      Describe and demonstrate proper warm-up and cool down procedures.2-M-4.3

Exhibits a physically active lifestyle.

  • 3-M-1.

    Identifies opportunities in the school and community for regular participation in physical activity.3-M-1

    1. 1.

      Develop a resource list related to the five components of health-related fitness within the community.3-M-1.1

    2. 2.

      Identify opportunities close to home for participation in different kinds of activities using a participation log.3-M-1.2

  • 3-M-2.

    Explores a variety of new physical activities for personal interest in and out of physical education class.3-M-2

    1. 1.

      Identify personal interests, capabilities, and resources in regard to one's exercise behavior and attempt one new activity during the school year.3-M-2.1

    2. 2.

      Participate in, and log, new physical activities both during and outside of school for the purpose of improving skill and health.3-M-2.2

  • 3-M-3.

    Establishes and pursues personal physical activity goals through regular physical activity.3-M-3

    1. 1.

      Identify personal factors inhibiting or promoting physical activity.3-M-3.1

    2. 2.

      Establish short and long-term individual health-related fitness goals.3-M-3.2

    3. 3.

      Participate in an individualized physical activity program designed with the help of the teacher.3-M-3.3

    4. 4.

      Establish and monitor progress toward appropriate personal fitness goals in each of the components of health-related fitness.3-M-3.4

  • 3-M-4.

    Describes the elements of a healthy lifestyle.3-M-4

    1. 1.

      Identify and describe the five components of health-related fitness (cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, and body composition).3-M-4.1

    2. 2.

      Identify and describe the skill-related components of fitness (agility, speed, power, balance, reaction time, coordination).3-M-4.2

    3. 3.

      Identify the relationships among physical activity frequency, intensity and time.3-M-4.3

    4. 4.

      Select and use appropriate technology tools to evaluate, monitor, and improve physical development.3-M-4.4

Achieves and maintains a health-enhancing level of physical fitness.

  • 4-M-1.

    Participates in and sustains moderate to vigorous physical activity in a variety of settings.4-M-1

    1. 1.

      Utilize the target heart rate formula to calculate the target heart rate.4-M-1.1

    2. 2.

      Participate in physical activity a minimum of 20 minutes, three or more times per week while staying in the target heart rate.4-M-1.2

    3. 3.

      Correctly demonstrate activities designed to improve and maintain muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, and cardio respiratory functioning.4-M-1.3

  • 4-M-2.

    Develops individual goals for each of the health-related fitness components.4-M-2

    1. 1.

      Identify ways to achieve activity goals in an individual wellness plan.4-M-2.1

    2. 2.

      Assess physiological indicators of exercise during and after physical activity using appropriate assessment tools.4-M-2.2

    3. 4-M-2.3

      Set realistic, measurable, and attainable goals for activities that will improve health-related fitness components.

  • 4-M-3.

    Participates in self-assessment for health-related fitness and meets the standards for that particular test for their appropriate age group.4-M-3

    1. 1.

      Use a journal to document the benefits of participation in physical activity.4-M-3.1

    2. 2.

      Participate in a health-related fitness assessment such as Fitness gram or comparable assessment.4-M-3.2

    3. 3.

      Identify level of health-related components of fitness by using criterion-referenced health and fitness standards.4-M-3.3

  • 4-M-4.

    Analyzes and applies basic principles of training to improve health related fitness.4-M-4

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate understanding of the principles of training (overload, progression, and specificity).4-M-4.1

    2. 2.

      Identify ways to achieve activity goals in an individual wellness plan.4-M-4.2

    3. 3.

      Include warm-up, cool-down, and training principles regularly during exercise; monitor potentially dangerous environmental conditions such as heat and cold.4-M-4.3

Demonstrates responsible personal and social behavior in physical activity settings.

  • 5-M-1.

    Participates in cooperative activities in both leadership and follower roles.5-M-1

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate the ability to work without supervision5-M-1.1

    2. 2.

      Work cohesively in a group by participating in team building activities.5-M-1.2

    3. 3.

      Work cooperatively with peers in group or team activities.5-M-1.3

  • 5-M-2.

    Utilizes time effectively to complete assigned tasks.5-M-2

    1. 1.

      Use initiative and solves problems in physical activity settings.5-M-2.1

    2. 2.

      Remain on task without close teacher monitoring.5-M-2.2

  • 5-M-3.

    Participates in establishing and following rules, procedures and etiquette that are safe and effective for specific activity situations.5-M-3

    1. 1.

      Respect the rights of others in the class.5-M-3.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate a positive attitude toward the teacher, class, and peers.5-M-3.2

    3. 3.

      Distinguish between compliance and non-compliance with rules and regulations.5-M-3.3

Demonstrates an understanding and respect for differences among people in physical activity settings.

  • 6-M-1.

    Analyzes, describes and participates in simple forms of dances and games of various cultures from around the world.6-M-1

    1. 1.

      Develop respect for other cultures by participating in role-playing activities that involve how different cultures view and participate in physical activity.6-M-1.1

    2. 2.

      Recognize and describe the role of dance, sports, and physical activities in modern culture.6-M-1.2

  • 6-M-2.

    Recognizes commonalties and differences in people of different genders, cultures, ethnicity, abilities and skill levels, and seeks to learn more about both.6-M-2

    1. 1.

      Compare and contrast similarities and differences in dance, games, and physical activities across different genders, cultures, ethnicities, abilities, and skill levels.6-M-2.1

  • 6-M-3.

    Recognizes the role of sports, games and dance in getting to know and understand others of like and different backgrounds.6-M-3

    1. 1.

      Describe how different sports, games, and dances have unique and distinct characteristics relevant to diverse cultures.6-M-3.1

    2. 2.

      Participate in a sport, game, and/or dance as a means to interact with individuals of diverse backgrounds.6-M-3.2

Understands that physical activity provides the opportunity for enjoyment, challenge, self-expression, and social interaction.7:

  • 7-M-1.

    Participates in challenging activities and in activities requiring the utilization of newly acquired skills.7-M-1

    1. 1.

      Seek; participate in, log physical activity in informal settings that utilize skills and knowledge gained in physical education classes.7-M-1.1

  • 7-M-2.

    Identifies the social, emotional and physical benefits of participation in physical activities.7-M-2

    1. 1.

      Identify ways that regular participation in physical activities contributes to a healthy lifestyle.7-M-2.1

    2. 2.

      Analyze selected physical experiences for social, emotional, and health benefits.7-M-2.2

  • 7-M-3.

    Demonstrates enjoyment from participation in physical activities.7-M-3

    1. 1.

      Display satisfaction when engaging in physical activity by participating outside of class time.7-M-3.1

    2. 2.

      Record (in journal or log) likes and dislikes when participating in new activities.7-M-3.2

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 7
When were these standards adopted?
2009
Where can I read the official document?
Louisiana Physical Education Grade-Level Expectations

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