26C.6563.18, PE Central, Incorporating STEM/STEAM in Health & PE

Course Purpose

The purpose of this course is to focus on examining current HPE curriculum alongside existing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics curriculums. The development of 21st Century STEM Lessons for students that will engage and support all learners in the physical education environment will be a primary objective for this course. Our instructor is available to help you throughout this course with any questions you may have.

Course Description

STEM initiatives in education are evolving at a rapid pace. As health and physical educators, STEM or STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) content can be seamlessly integrated into the health and physical education curriculum. This course is designed to provide you with an overview of what STEM in education is, why it is important, and how it aids in the development of a 21st Century Learner. Additionally, you will be asked to review national and state standards specific to STEM and identify what you already do that aligns with STEM initiatives as well as design a STEM infused health or physical education lesson. Upon completion of this course you will prepare a presentation to showcase the natural connection of your work as a health and physical education teacher to STEM education.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, the student will:

• analyze existing STEM and physical education standards and identify common themes
• create a STEM and physical education lesson plan
• develop a presentation to support STEM and physical education