Grade 8
Motor Skills
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Invasion Games/ThrowingMS.1
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Using a mature overhand pattern, throws to teammates of varying distances in a game-like situation.MS.1.8
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Invasion Games/CatchingMS.2
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Demonstrates the ability to catch at various levels and extensions in a game-like situation.MS.2.8
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Invasion/ReceivingMS.3
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Passes/receives with hands/feet/implement in game-like situations.MS.3.8
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Invasion Games/Passing and ReceivingMS.4
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Passes and receives in game-like situation.MS.4.8
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Invasion Games/Offensive SkillsMS.5
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Executes offensive skills (pivots, fakes, change of direction, and give and go) to create open space during game-like situation.MS.5.8
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Invasion Games/Sports-Ball ControlMS.6
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Dribbles and maintains possession against a defender while changing directions and speed. (hand or foot)MS.6.8
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Invasion Games/Sports-Ball ControlMS.7
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Dribbles and passes a ball with foot or implement using both inside and outside of foot or implement in a game-like situation.MS.7.8
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Invasion Games/Sports-Shooting on GoalMS.8
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Shoots on goal with appropriate force and accuracy during game like situations.MS.8.8
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Invasion Games/Sports-Defensive SkillsMS.9
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Executes a drop step.MS.9.8
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Games/Sports-Serving (Net/Wall)MS.10
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Using a mature pattern executes a serve (underhand/overhand)for accuracy and distance.MS.10.8
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Games/Sports-Striking (Net/Wall)MS.11
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Strikes with an overhand pattern with appropriate distance and force during game like situations.MS.11.8
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Games/Sports-Forehand/BackhandMS.12
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Using either a short or long handled implement, demonstrates forehand and backhands strokes in a game-like situation.MS.12.8
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Net/wall Games/Sports-VolleyMS.13
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Executes a forearm volley during game like situations.MS.13.8
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Game/Sports-Target ( Striking)MS.14
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Strikes a stationary object with an implement in game like situations.MS.14.8
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Games/Sports-Field(Strike)MS.15
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Strikes a pitched ball with implement with force and accuracy in a game like situation.MS.15.8
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Games/Sports-Field (Fielding)MS.16
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Catches (fields) an object in game like situations.MS.16.8
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Fitness (types of activities)MS.17
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Engages in a workout to include aerobic, muscular strength/endurance and flexibility training.MS.17.8
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Fitness (intensity)MS.18
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Selects and participates in a moderate or vigorous physical activity.MS.18.8
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Fitness (flexibility)MS.19
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Engages in a flexibility warm-up that utilizes both dynamic and static stretches.MS.19.8
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Rhythms & DanceMS.20
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Performs a student created dance with at least 32 counts.MS.20.8
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Rhythms & DanceMS.21
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Performs a student created small group dance routine to a tempo of choice.MS.21.8
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Educational GymnasticsMS.22
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Creates and performs an educational gymnastics routine to music with at least 4 elements.MS.22.8
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AquaticsMS.23
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Demonstrates correct technique of front crawl.MS.23.8
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Outdoor PursuitsMS.24
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Demonstrates correct technique for basic skills in 3 selected outdoor activity (e.g., Rock Climbing, Orienteering, Hiking, Biking, Ropes Course).MS.24.8
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Cognitive Concepts
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Peer Assessment (demonstrates higher level learning, offers feedback to peers)CC.1
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Offers feedback to correct a peer's skill performance.CC.1.8
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Peer Assessment (demonstrates higher level learning, offers feedback to peers)CC.2
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Student creates a checklist to evaluate a peer's skill performance and use of tactic and strategies in game-like situations.CC.2.8
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Games/Sports- Creating SpaceCC.3
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Creates open space by staying spread on offense while cutting and passing quickly and using fakes off the ball.CC.3.8
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Games/Sports- Reducing SpaceCC.4
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Maximizes defensive coverage by working with teammates based on the situation.CC.4.8
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Games/Sports-DenialCC.5
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When appropriate, denies the pass or catch to work toward interception.CC.5.8
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Games/Sports-TransitionCC.6
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Successfully transitions quickly from defense to offense while communicating with teammates thus capitalizing on an advantage.CC.6.8
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Games/Sports-Tactics/ShotsCC.7
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Utilizes a variety of shots and placement to prevent opponent anticipation.CC.7.8
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Games/Sports-Shot SelectionCC.8
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Controls speed and/or trajectory of the shot based on position of opponent or target.CC.8.8
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Games/Sports-Offensive StrategiesCC.9
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Identifies different strategies to advance a teammate.CC.9.8
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Outdoor Pursuits-Movement ConceptsCC.10
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Follows and implements safety procedures in self-selected activities.CC.10.8
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Fitness And Physical Activiy (FPA)
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Physical Activity KnowledgeFPA.1
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Creates a list of a light, moderate, and vigorous activity that one can complete after school or on weekends.FPA.1.8
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Fitness KnowledgeFPA.2
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Incorporates health and skill related fitness components in an individual fitness plan.FPA.2.8
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Fitness KnowledgeFPA.3
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Utilizes the Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) scale to monitor and adjust workout intensity.FPA.3.8
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Fitness KnowledgeFPA.4
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Uses the FITT Principle to design a workout.FPA.4.8
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Fitness KnowledgeFPA.5
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Identifies strengthening exercises that will help performance in physical activities.FPA.5.8
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Assessment & PlanningFPA.6
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Implements a fitness plan and assess effectiveness.FPA.6.8
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Personal & Social Responsibility (PSR)
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Personal and Social ResponsibilityPSR.1
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Exhibits good sportsmanship during competitive play.PSR.1.8
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Rules & EtiquettePSR.2
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Applies rules and etiquette by acting as and interacting with officials during physical activity.PSR.2.8
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Rules & EtiquettePSR.3
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Resolves conflicts and accepts decisions of judgment in socially acceptable ways.PSR.3.8
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CooperationPSR.4
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Works cooperatively with a large group to achieve group goals.PSR.4.8
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Values Physical Activity (VPA)
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AppreciationVPA.1
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Recognizes differences in reasons why people participate in physical activity.VPA.1.8
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ChallengeVPA.2
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Provides support for teammates in challenging situations.VPA.2.8
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Frequently asked questions
- What grade levels do these standards cover?
- Grade 8
- When were these standards adopted?
- 2016
- Where can I read the official document?
- Tennessee Physical Education Standards 6-8
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