Grading in Physical Education

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Table 1. Sample Eighth-grade Performance Outcomes for Lacrosse, Hockey and Outdoor Pursuits

Standard 1 Performance Outcomes	Standard 2 Performance Outcomes	Standard 4 Performance Outcomes
Passes and receives an object in combination with locomotor patterns of running and change of direction, speed, and/or level with competency in modified invasion games such as lacrosse or hockey (S1.M4.8)	Reduces open space by not allowing the catch (denial) and anticipating the speed of the object or person for the purpose of interception or deflection (S2.M5.8)	Provides encouragement and feedback to peers without prompts from the teacher (S4.M3.8)
Executes the following offensive skills during small-sided game play: pivot, give-and-go, and fakes (S1.M7.8)	Transitions from offense to defense or defense to offense by recovering quickly, communicating with teammates, and capitalizing on an advantage (S2.M6.8)	Responds appropriately to participants' ethical and unethical behaviors during physical activity by using rules and guidelines for resolving conflicts (S4.M4.8)
Shoots on goal with a long-handled implement for power and accuracy in modified invasion games such as hockey or lacrosse (S1.M10.8)
Demonstrates correct technique for basic skills in at least two self-selected outdoor activities (S1.M22.8)	Implements safe protocols in self-selected outdoor activities (S2.M13.8)

Figure 1. Example of how to compute grades based on specific scoring criteria