The Times They Are aChangin

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The Times They Are a-Changin!

• A physical education WebQuest created by
• Ms. Baxter
• Mt Holly Middle School

Introduction Task Process Resources
Conclusion Evaluation
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Introduction

• Have you ever asked yourself, Whats the point
  of PE class? Have you ever secretly (because
  you would never admit this to a PE teacher) felt
  like it was a waste of time? Then this is the
  WebQuest for you! Read on, and become
  enlightened. . .

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Task

• By the end of this quest, you will have taken a
  look at the changes in everyday life from the
  Stone Ages through today. You will also have
  learned about the history of physical education.
  You may even be able to venture a guess as to why
  PE is a part of your school day. Once you know
  all the facts, you should be able to form a
  qualified opinion of the role of physical
  education in todays schools.

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Process

• The Process has been split into four phases.
  Answer the questions and complete the assignment
  given in each phase to finish the Quest. Check
  the evaluation section to make sure you meet all
  the requirements.
• Phase 1 Changing Lifestyles
• Phase 2 History of PE
• Phase 3 Group Project
• Phase 4 Discussion
• Phase 5 Conclusion

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Phase 1

• Answer the following questions for each of the
  time periods below.
  
• Food What did people eat? Where and how did
  they get it?
  
• Occupation What jobs did common people do?
• Chores What household appliances or tools were
  available? Were they made or bought?
  
• Transportation How did people get from place to
  place?
  
• Entertainment What did people do for fun?

Stone Ages Middle Ages 1950s Today
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Phase 2

• Now its time to learn a little more about
  physical education in America. Explore the links
  provided in the resources to answer the following
  questions.
• What was PE like when it first came to America?
• What did it usually consist of?
• Who was it for?
• Who were Catherine Beecher and Dio Lewis? How
  did they affect you?
  
• What was the first state to make PE mandatory?
  When?
  
• When did most states begin requiring some sort of
  physical training in schools?
  
• What happened in 1953? What did results show
  about American Youth?

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Phase 3

• Now your group will use what youve learned and
  a lot of creativity to come up with a time
  period workout. See your teacher to find out
  which time period youll use. Write up a
  20-minute workout. What activities will be done,
  and what equipment will be used? Be ready to
  teach at least one of the activities to the class
  and make sure you bring in at least one sample
  piece of equipment that would be used. (You may
  have to make one). The more creative, the
  better!!!

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Phase 4

• Now its time to put all the pieces together!
  Have a group discussion and share what you have
  learned so far. Consider the following topics.
  
• Look up the word sedentary. Did you notice any
  trends in lifestyle changes over the years?
  
• Why do you think physical education gained so
  much support in America when it did?
  
• If we compared scores today, how do you think
  American youth would stand up to the rest of the
  world?

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Conclusion

• Now you get to make an educated decision and
  voice your opinion. As a group, decide whether
  or not you think physical education is an
  important part of schooling in America today.
• Develop a list of facts and reasons that
  support your decision. Be prepared to defend
  your groups decision in a class debate.
  
• BE CREATIVE!!!

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Evaluation

• You will be graded on the following
  requirements.
  
• All questions were answered.
• All answers were given in complete sentences.
  (Absolutely no one-word answers!)
  
• Group created and presented time period workout.
• Group taught one activity to class.
• Group presented at least one piece of equipment
  to be used in workout.
  
• Group decision was supported by evidence.
• Group members were able to support their
  decision.
  

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Resources

• Stone Ages
• Hunter Gatherer Way of Life
• Hunter Gatherer Lifestyle
• Tools and Weapons
• Life, Hunting, and Diet
• Science Nature - prehistoric life
• Facing ancient music

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Resources

• Middle Ages
• Exhibits Collection -- The Middle Ages
• Jousts and Tournaments
• Medieval Clothing
• Food in the Middle Ages
• Life of the Commoners
• Women of the Middle Ages

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Resources

• 1950s
• Boomer's Fifties Teen Idol Magazine
• Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
• American History - 1950-1959
• The Food Timeline
• Key Ingredients America By Food
• America on the Move
• Schwans History
• Appliances

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Resources

• Today Answer the questions based on your own
  families and experiences. While youre at it,
  check out these websites.
  
• Schwan's What We Do
• Pizza Hut - For Fast Delivery, Carry-out or Dine
  In!
  
• Dining In

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Resources

• Physical Education
• History and Physical Education
• Antebellum America Education
• The First Fifty Years

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