Physical Education/Early and Middle Childhood

This certificate is appropriate for teachers of students ages 3-12 who teach physical education programs.

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Assessment at a Glance:

This document contains information about the following topics:

• Choosing the right certificate
• Reviewing the Standards
• Portfolio entry descriptions
• Assessment center exercise descriptions
• Retired Prompts
• Understanding the National Board Scoring Process
• Certification planning timeline

 

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Standards:

Read the standards for this certificate. This document contains information about the following topics:

• Knowledge of Students
• Knowledge of Subject Matter
• Sound Teaching Practices
• Student Engagement in Learning
• High Expectations for Learners
• Learning Environment
• Curricular Choices
• Assessment
• Equity, Fairness, and Diversity
• Reflective Practice and Professional Growth
• Promoting an Active Lifestyle
• Collaboration with Colleagues
• Family and Community Partnerships

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Portfolio Instructions:

Read the portfolio instructions for this certificate. This document contains information about the following topics:

• The Five Core Propositions
• Portfolio Overview
• Portfolio Guidelines and Considerations
• Studying the Standards
• Writing About Teaching
• Video Practice
• Preparing and Mailing Your Portfolio
• Portfolio and Eligibility Forms

 

2009-2010 Portfolio Instructions

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Download EMC/PE Portfolio Instructions

 

2010-2011 Portfolio Instructions

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Scoring Guide for Candidates:

This document contains information about the following topics:

• Part 1: Understanding and Interpreting your Scores - General information common to all certificates on understanding and interpreting your scores
• Part 2: Understanding and Applying the Scoring Criteria - Scoring rubrics for portfolio entries and assessment center exercises specific to your certificate area
• Evaluation of Evidence - Information that governs how assessors record the evidence in each entry, specific to your certificate area  

 

Download Scoring Guide for Candidates:

 

Part 1: Understanding and Interpreting Your Scores

Part 2: EMC/PE Understanding and Applying the Scoring Criteria

EMC/PE Evaluation of Evidence