Teaching Methods for Coaches — Coaching Methods for Teachers

Abstract

While there are differences between coaches and physical educators, there are best practices in each profession that have universal applications. Using a coaching/teaching scenario to provide background for this article, the authors identify useful strategies employed by both successful coaches and physical educators that can be adopted by each. For best results, professionals from both fields should prioritize student engagement with maximized activity levels. This may be accomplished by providing age-appropriate authentic experiences that simulate game- or activity-like conditions in meaningful ways. Whether in sport practice or physical education class, the aim should be to keep children engaged while minimizing downtime. Finally, the use of video continues to gain momentum in movement professions and can be a valuable tool for assessment, feedback and improved instruction.

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Clancy M. Seymour

Clancy M. Seymour ([email protected]) is an assistant professor and director of the Physical and Health Education Teacher Education program in the Department of Kinesiology at Canisius College in Buffalo, NY.

Gregory K. Reeds

Gregory K. Reeds is an associate professor and coordinator of the Sport Studies Program in the Department of Kinesiology at Canisius College in Buffalo, NY.