Demonstrates competency in a variety of motor skills and movement patterns.
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Demonstrate competency and refine activity-specific movement skills in two of the following lifetime activity categories: individual performance activities, outdoor pursuits.9.1.1.1
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Demonstrate competency and refine activity-specific movement skills in two of the following lifetime activity categories: net and wall games, target games, aquatics.9.1.1.2
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Demonstrate competency in one or more forms of dance. For example: ballroom, ballet, cultural dances, hip hop, modern, social dances, tap.9.1.2.1
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Demonstrate competency in specialized skills in each of the health-related fitness components: muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, cardiorespiratory fitness.9.1.3.1
Apply knowledge of concepts, principles, strategies and tactics to movement and performance.
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Apply terminology associated with exercise and participation in selected individual performance activities.9.2.1.1
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Use movement concepts and principles (force, motion, rotation) to analyze and improve performance for a self-selected skill.9.2.1.2
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Design a practice plan to improve performance for a self-selected skill and justify how the components of the plan will address the areas of concern.9.2.1.3
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Analyze similarities and differences between various dance forms.9.2.1.4
Demonstrate the knowledge and skills to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical activity and fitness.
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Explain the benefits of a physically active lifestyle as it relates to college or career productivity.9.3.1.1
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Evaluate the validity of claims made by commercial products and programs pertaining to fitness and a healthy, active lifestyle.9.3.1.2
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Apply technology and social media as tools to support a healthy, active lifestyle.9.3.1.3
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Identify issues associated with exercising in heat, humidity and cold, and provide strategies for addressing the issues.9.3.1.4
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Evaluate physical activities that can be pursued in the local environment for their benefits, social support network, and participation requirements.9.3.1.5
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Evaluate risks and safety factors that might affect physical activity preferences throughout the life cycle.9.3.1.6
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Participate in moderate to vigorous aerobic or muscle- and bone-strengthening physical activity several times per week.9.3.2.1
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Participate several times per week in a self-selected lifetime activity, dance, or fitness activity outside of the school day.9.3.2.2
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Explain appropriate techniques for resistance training machines, free weights, or body-weight exercises.9.3.3.1
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Analyze short- and long-term physiological responses to regular physical activity.9.3.3.2
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Differentiate among types of strength exercises (isometric, concentric, eccentric) and stretching exercises (static, dynamic) for personal fitness development.9.3.3.3
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Calculate target heart rate and apply that information to a personal fitness plan.9.3.3.4
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Adjust pacing to keep one's heart rate in the target zone using available technology to self-monitor aerobic intensity.9.3.3.5
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Create a behavior modification plan that enhances a healthy active lifestyle in a college or career setting.9.3.4.1
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Design a fitness program, including all components of health-related fitness, for a college student or an employee in the learner's chosen field of work.9.3.4.2
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Design a nutritional plan to maintain an appropriate energy balance that supports a healthy active lifestyle for a college student or an employee in the learner's chosen field of work.9.3.5.1
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Explain how stress-management strategies in physical activity settings can reduce stress and effect health. For example: physical activities such as aerobic exercise, deep breathing, meditation, mental imagery, relaxation techniques.9.3.6.1
Exhibit responsible personal and social behavior that respects self and others.
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Employ effective self-management skills to analyze barriers and appropriately modify physical activity patterns as needed.9.4.1.1
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Exhibit proper etiquette, respect for others, and teamwork while engaging in physical activity or social dance.9.4.2.1
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Apply positive communication skills and strategies to the completion of a group task in a physical activity setting.9.4.3.1
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Solve problems and think critically in physical activity or dance settings both as an individual and in groups.9.4.3.2
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Apply best practices for safe participation in physical activity, exercise or dance. For example: injury prevention, proper alignment, hydration, use of equipment, implementation of rules, sun protection.9.4.4.1
Recognize the value of physical activity for health, enjoyment, challenge, self-expression, and/or social interaction.
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Analyze the health benefits of a self-selected physical activity.9.5.1.1
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Choose an appropriate level of challenge to experience success and desire to participate in a self-selected physical activity.9.5.2.1
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Select and participate in physical activities that meet the need for self-expression and enjoyment.9.5.3.1
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Identify the opportunity for social support in a self-selected physical activity or dance.9.5.4.1
Frequently asked questions
- What grade levels do these standards cover?
- Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
- When were these standards adopted?
- 2018
- Where can I read the official document?
- Minnesota K-12 Academic Standards Physical Education
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