Question 1

Which is NOT a basic urge of children?

Accepted Answer

A)  the urge to cooperate 
B)  the urge for creative satisfaction 
C)  the urge for rhythmic expression 
D)  the urge to be inactive 
A)  the urge to cooperate 
B)  the urge for creative satisfaction 
C)  the urge for rhythmic expression 
D)  the urge to be inactive

Question 2

The curriculum should reflect progression vertically (between developmental levels) and horizontally (within each level and within each activity).

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Scheduling all Developmental Level II children within a particular block of time is recommended.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The support of school administrators has a significant impact on the curriculum.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Planning for articulation of program material throughout elementary, middle, and secondary school programs is:

Accepted Answer

A)  yearly continuity. 
B)  scope or horizontal articulation. 
C)  sequence or vertical articulation. 
D)  balance. 
A)  yearly continuity. 
B)  scope or horizontal articulation. 
C)  sequence or vertical articulation. 
D)  balance.

Question 6

The cognitive domain develops feelings, attitudes, and values.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Placing activities in developmental levels offers activities that are appropriate for all youngsters.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Often the benefits of cooperation outweigh the gains from peer competition.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of weekly unit plans?

Accepted Answer

A)  One comprehensive plan is good for a week. 
B)  Less orientation instruction is needed after the first day. 
C)  They decrease the confusion of too many lessons. 
D)  The progression and learning sequences are manageable. 
A)  One comprehensive plan is good for a week. 
B)  Less orientation instruction is needed after the first day. 
C)  They decrease the confusion of too many lessons. 
D)  The progression and learning sequences are manageable.

Question 10

The ordering of the program that clearly defines the skills and learning experiences to be implemented on a year-to-year basis refers to:

Accepted Answer

A)  scope. 
B)  sequence. 
C)  balance. 
D)  value orientations. 
A)  scope. 
B)  sequence. 
C)  balance. 
D)  value orientations.

Question 11

All of the following are important factors to consider for scheduling EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  length of time scheduled for physical education classes. 
B)  number of days per week. 
C)  impact of scheduling on curriculum development. 
D)  physical education teacher's coaching responsibilities and timeframe. 
A)  length of time scheduled for physical education classes. 
B)  number of days per week. 
C)  impact of scheduling on curriculum development. 
D)  physical education teacher's coaching responsibilities and timeframe.

Question 12

The Physical Education Curriculum Analysis Tool (PECAT) evaluates the curriculum and provides lesson plans.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

An important step in creating a quality program is reviewing and monitoring the scope, sequence, and balance of the curriculum.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The elementary school years are a time of experimentation with movement possibilities.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Which developmental level activities place more emphasis on specialized skills and sport activities?

Accepted Answer

A)  Developmental Level I 
B)  Developmental Level II 
C)  Developmental Level III 
D)  Developmental Level IV 
A)  Developmental Level I 
B)  Developmental Level II 
C)  Developmental Level III 
D)  Developmental Level IV

Question 16

Why is it important to define a philosophy when designing a quality physical education curriculum?

Accepted Answer

A philosophy reflects the educ

Question 17

Long units of instruction are good for students who dislike the activity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The scope of the program defines the skills and activities to be covered on a year-to-year basis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Behavioral objectives contain all of the following key characteristics EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  A desired behavior that is observable. 
B)  A behavior that is measurable. 
C)  A rubric for determining grades. 
D)  A criterion for success that can be measured. 
A)  A desired behavior that is observable. 
B)  A behavior that is measurable. 
C)  A rubric for determining grades. 
D)  A criterion for success that can be measured.

Question 20

Why should physical education teachers know and understand the common urges among children?

Accepted Answer

Children's urges provide direction for c

Exam 4: Curriculum Development and Improving Instructional Effectiveness

Which is NOT a basic urge of children?

The curriculum should reflect progression vertically (between developmental levels) and horizontally (within each level and within each activity).

Scheduling all Developmental Level II children within a particular block of time is recommended.

The support of school administrators has a significant impact on the curriculum.

Planning for articulation of program material throughout elementary, middle, and secondary school programs is:

The cognitive domain develops feelings, attitudes, and values.

Placing activities in developmental levels offers activities that are appropriate for all youngsters.

Often the benefits of cooperation outweigh the gains from peer competition.

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of weekly unit plans?

The ordering of the program that clearly defines the skills and learning experiences to be implemented on a year-to-year basis refers to:

All of the following are important factors to consider for scheduling EXCEPT:

The Physical Education Curriculum Analysis Tool (PECAT) evaluates the curriculum and provides lesson plans.

An important step in creating a quality program is reviewing and monitoring the scope, sequence, and balance of the curriculum.

The elementary school years are a time of experimentation with movement possibilities.

Which developmental level activities place more emphasis on specialized skills and sport activities?

Why is it important to define a philosophy when designing a quality physical education curriculum?

Long units of instruction are good for students who dislike the activity.

The scope of the program defines the skills and activities to be covered on a year-to-year basis.

Behavioral objectives contain all of the following key characteristics EXCEPT:

Why should physical education teachers know and understand the common urges among children?

Elementary School Physical Education

Understanding the Growth and Development of Children

Preparing a Quality Lesson

Management and Discipline

Children With Disabilities

Evaluation

Legal Liability, Supervision, and Safety

Facilities, Equipment, and Supplies

Integrating Academic Concepts in Physical Education

Promoting and Monitoring Physical Activity

Physical Fitness

Active and Healthy Schools

Movement Concepts and Themes

Fundamental Motor Skills and Introductory Activities

Manipulative Skills

Body Management Skills

Rhythmic Movement Skills

Gymnastic Skills

Cooperative Skills

Game Skills

Lifetime Activities

Basketball

Football

Hockey

Soccer

Softball

Track, Field, and Cross-Country Running

Volleyball

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