Course Syllabus

Syllabus 6th Grade Physical Education

Course Overview

The 6th Grade Physical Education program is designed to promote lifelong fitness, teamwork, and healthy living through a variety of fun and engaging activities. Students will be exposed to team sports, individual challenges, and fitness training that build strength, coordination, and endurance. Emphasis will be placed on developing fundamental motor skills, learning the rules and strategies of different sports, and understanding the importance of physical activity for overall wellness. There are fitness activities required in each lesson (known as STUDY BREAKS) but they are designed to be modifiable according to your current level of fitness. We're excited that you chose this course to meet your unique learning needs. By joining, you become part of Mizzou Academy's global community of students from all around the world. Welcome to a school that supports learners everywhere!

 

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, you will:

  1. develop an understanding of how physical education benefits the body.
  2. experience why flexibility is important and essential for movement.
  3. connect cardiovascular endurance to maintaining a healthy body composition.
  4. differentiate between muscular strength and endurance.
  5. identify basic components of nutrition and what makes up a balanced diet.
  6. formulate a basic understanding of organized sports (e.g., football, lacrosse, and baseball).

Pacing

You can finish this course in as little as six weeks or take up to six months (180 days). The six weeks start counting from the day you submit your first lesson, not from when you enroll. To stay on track, try setting a regular study schedule, breaking the work into smaller parts, and asking your instructors or classmates for help when you need it. You have the freedom to work at your own pace within the 180-day period, so plan your time wisely to reach your goals. You can track target completion dates for all you work and record the points earned on this pacing guide:

Middle School PE Pacing Guide

For more tips on how to manage your time, be sure to check out the resources section in this course.


Required Materials

There are no required materials for this course, but you should have appropriate footwear and clothing that are made for exercise. If you choose to exercise outdoors, a sunscreen for the protectection your skin is recommended.

Technical Requirements

The most up-to-date requirements can be found here: 

Additional requirements for the course are below: 

  • audio and video recording capabilities (e.g. smartphone, camera)

Accessibility

If you anticipate barriers related to the format or requirements of this course, please let Mizzou Academy know as soon as possible. If disability-related accommodations are necessary (for example, a scribe, reader, extended time on exams, captioning), please contact Mizzou Academy.

Assignments, Quizzes, & Exams

You can find all the assignments you need to complete for this course at the bottom of this syllabus or by looking in the course modules. Each lesson builds on the one before it and prepares you for what’s next, so it’s important to follow the order—start with Lesson 1, then Lesson 2, and keep going in order. Make sure to read each lesson carefully, watch the videos, explore the resources, and take part in the activities before you submit any assignments, quizzes, or exams. If you have any questions, your instructors are always here and happy to help!

To learn more about submitting work, taking proctored exams, and receiving feedback, visit the resources section in this course.

Grades

Your final grade will be based on the number of points you earn on submitted work and exams. The available points are distributed as follows:

Source Points
Quizzes 80
Written Assignments 201
Exams
(includes an Exercise Break each lesson, a Midterm Reflection and a Final Reflection)		 400
Total 681

Your course grade will be assessed according to the following scale:

Grading Scale
Grade Percentage
A 90–100
B 80–89
C 70–79
D 60–69
F 0–59

 

Canvas and Technical Support

Canvas will be used as the primary platform for accessing course materials and assignments for this class.