#PEChat Archive

Every other Monday, thousands of physical educators from around the world take part in an online Twitter chat on topics relating to #physed. The community votes for the topic and community members moderate the chat. The result is an amazing professional development opportunity called #PEChat.

Monday October 16, 2017
7:00 PM EDT

participatechat Oct 16 @ 7:00 PM EDT

Participate in the upcoming #PEChat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/TMLGkWP8xG
JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Alright! It’s time to get tonight’s #pechat going! I’ll be moderating for the next hour, topic is “Creating Inclusive Learning Environments”
JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:05 PM EDT

If you’re new to #pechat, here’s 101 video to help get you started: https://t.co/cQIyyu0o63
JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:06 PM EDT

Basically, I’ll ask questions (Qs) to spark conversation via your answers (As). Let’s keep things tidy (e.g. Q1 ➡️A1) #pechat
JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:07 PM EDT

Most importantly, don’t be shy to jump in at any point and be sure to include the #pechat hashtag in all of your tweets!
JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:08 PM EDT

Let’s practice all of this. Q0. What’s your name, where are you from and what were your students (Ss) working on today? #pechat
AssessLinkPE Oct 16 @ 7:11 PM EDT

JB Starkey, Sturgis MI. HS strength and conditioning. We worked on individualized exercise prescriptions via @teambuildr #pechat
JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:12 PM EDT

AO. Joey here from Montréal, 🇨🇦. My G1 Ss were working on maintaining stillness on different bases of support with diff body shapes #pechat
WA_PETeacher Oct 16 @ 7:16 PM EDT

Betsey Caldwell, soon to be from Seattle, WA + my Ss here in MA were learning the difference between aerobic and anaerobic exercise! #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith
HCSPhysEd Oct 16 @ 7:16 PM EDT

A0 - Karen - upstate NY - FitnessGram #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith
yogacator1 Oct 16 @ 7:16 PM EDT

#pechat AO Karen from VA Beach.1st time here. We worked on proper way the throw & catch a football
JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:16 PM EDT

Glad you could be here, Karen! #pechat
In reply to @HCSPhysEd
da_hpeteacha Oct 16 @ 7:17 PM EDT

A0. Matt from Toronto. My students were working on developing their personal fitness today. #PEChat
JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:17 PM EDT

Hi Betsey! 👋 #pechat
In reply to @WA_PETeacher
JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:17 PM EDT

Hi Bob! Thanks for tuning in! #pechat
In reply to @GlengaryPE
JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:18 PM EDT

Q1. Before we explore the “Why” of inclusive learning environments (ILE), how about we define them? How would you define an ILE? #pechat
texans04 Oct 16 @ 7:18 PM EDT

James Rodriguez from Beaumont Tx Ss are taking the fitnessgram #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith
JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:19 PM EDT

Good to have you here, Matt! #pechat
In reply to @da_hpeteacha
JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:19 PM EDT

You’re in the right place, Karen! Great to have you here! #pechat
In reply to @yogacator1
JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:19 PM EDT

Hi James! 👋 #pechat
In reply to @texans04
JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:20 PM EDT

Nice! Thanks for tuning in, Graham! #pechat
In reply to @GmarshallKCS
HCSPhysEd Oct 16 @ 7:20 PM EDT

A1. Creating a setting that breeds success for ALL Ss #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith
JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:21 PM EDT

A1. Here’s a simple one we can start with. What do you think? #pechat
da_hpeteacha Oct 16 @ 7:21 PM EDT

A learning space where all Ss are welcomed and able to access learning, regardless of abilitiies #PEChat
In reply to @JoeyFeith
JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:23 PM EDT

“Where all students feel welcomed”… how do create that feeling? #pechat
In reply to @da_hpeteacha
CatchingHeather Oct 16 @ 7:23 PM EDT
Hey @andreahaefele this weeks #pechat is right up your alley.
- JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:21 PM EDT
  
  A1. Here’s a simple one we can start with. What do you think? #pechat
yogacator1 Oct 16 @ 7:23 PM EDT

In relation to peer buddies, do they get a ILE? #pechat
da_hpeteacha Oct 16 @ 7:24 PM EDT

Greet them all by name, smile, find a way to get them involved in the lesson #PEChat
In reply to @JoeyFeith
WA_PETeacher Oct 16 @ 7:24 PM EDT

Q1. An ILE is 1 where every Ss has the ability to practice + succeed,every class period. Equipment is suited for a variety of needs. #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith
GlengaryPE Oct 16 @ 7:25 PM EDT

Creating an environment where students feel safe and not afraid to fail. Teacher/S's encourage and support one another. #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith, @da_hpeteacha
JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:25 PM EDT

Q2. Why is it important to create an inclusive learning environment (ILE) in #physed? #pechat
HCSPhysEd Oct 16 @ 7:27 PM EDT

By building caring relationships #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith, @da_hpeteacha
GlengaryPE Oct 16 @ 7:28 PM EDT

B/c there must be trusting env in PE 4 S's to take risks and feel safe to participate. comfortable in pushing beyond comfort level. #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith
JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:28 PM EDT

How is that achieved? #pechat
In reply to @HCSPhysEd, @da_hpeteacha
da_hpeteacha Oct 16 @ 7:28 PM EDT

A2: ILEs help with relationship building. Positive relationships help Ts and Ss learn together #PEChat
JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:29 PM EDT

Q3. What teaching strategies/approaches/tactics lead to the creating of an inclusive learning environment? #pechat
HCSPhysEd Oct 16 @ 7:30 PM EDT

A2 Because very child deserves the opportunity to be successful and valued #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith
GlengaryPE Oct 16 @ 7:30 PM EDT

By teaching respect above all else. If there is not respect w/in an classroom environment then almost nothing else matters. #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith, @HCSPhysEd, @da_hpeteacha
JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:31 PM EDT

How do you teach students to demonstrate respect towards others and themselves? #pechat
In reply to @GlengaryPE, @HCSPhysEd, @da_hpeteacha
JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:32 PM EDT

A3. Food for thought… #pechat
HCSPhysEd Oct 16 @ 7:32 PM EDT

Ongoing interaction, communication, sharing, conversation- make connections to Ss #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith, @da_hpeteacha
responsivePE Oct 16 @ 7:32 PM EDT

Rachel from NJ jumping in late. Check out the @responsiveclass approach. Social, emotional and academic learning all valued equally. #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith, @responsiveclass
JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:33 PM EDT

How do inclusive learning environments promote relationship building over non-inclusive ones? #pechat
In reply to @da_hpeteacha
JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:34 PM EDT

Thanks for being here, Rachel! #pechat
In reply to @responsivePE, @responsiveclass
HCSPhysEd Oct 16 @ 7:34 PM EDT

I clearly express my expectations and philosophy. I model - I respect my Ss and explain differences/needs. #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith, @GlengaryPE, @da_hpeteacha
da_hpeteacha Oct 16 @ 7:35 PM EDT

A3: Ts model appropriate behaviour, teaching personal & interpersonal skills #PEChat
WA_PETeacher Oct 16 @ 7:35 PM EDT

A2:We need to constantly b improving our enviro so that all Ss needs are met,Ss are successful, learning, growing and moving!#pechat #physed
In reply to @JoeyFeith
AssessLinkPE Oct 16 @ 7:36 PM EDT

A3 building solid relationships w/ Ss knowing their quirks #pechat
da_hpeteacha Oct 16 @ 7:36 PM EDT

From my perspective it's all in the name - inclusive vs. exclusive - what do you think? #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith
HCSPhysEd Oct 16 @ 7:37 PM EDT

A3 - I use Sport Ed model, self-rating, gameplay with equals, gameplay mixed ability, modified rules #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith
responsivePE Oct 16 @ 7:37 PM EDT

Ts that create Inclusive environments strategically and specifically teach the social-emotional skills to their Ss! #PEChat
In reply to @JoeyFeith, @da_hpeteacha
WA_PETeacher Oct 16 @ 7:39 PM EDT

A3:I actually think it's just part of who I am as a professional + how I was trained as a Tt!Always putting Ss first and their needs #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith
JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:39 PM EDT

Do you think that Ss in an ILE are + willing to be themselves and, therefore, reveal parts of their life that others can connect w/? #pechat
In reply to @da_hpeteacha
JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:40 PM EDT

Could you provide an example of that? #pechat
In reply to @responsivePE, @da_hpeteacha
CatchingHeather Oct 16 @ 7:41 PM EDT
#Pechat Ss feel emotionally safe & are able to show empathy and understanding to other Ss. = ☝🏻Interpersonal skills/communication skills
- JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:33 PM EDT
  
  How do inclusive learning environments promote relationship building over non-inclusive ones? #pechat
  In reply to @da_hpeteacha
responsivePE Oct 16 @ 7:41 PM EDT

They are willing to take the risks (social, emotional, physical) that are necessary to learn deeply. #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith, @da_hpeteacha
GlengaryPE Oct 16 @ 7:42 PM EDT

Yes. It's the nature of env. Mutual respect allows students to feel safe to share-helping them to connect to one another and the T. #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith, @da_hpeteacha
CatchingHeather Oct 16 @ 7:44 PM EDT
A3. Ts reflection. Get to know needs& interests of individual Ss. How do they learn &what’s important to them. &Connect w community. #pechat
- JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:29 PM EDT
  
  Q3. What teaching strategies/approaches/tactics lead to the creating of an inclusive learning environment? #pechat
JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:44 PM EDT

“Connect with community”… who are people teachers could/should be reaching out to? #pechat
In reply to @CatchingHeather
responsivePE Oct 16 @ 7:45 PM EDT

Sure. Interactively modeling all expected behaviors promotes confidence and competence in Ss. Ex: how to find a group respectfully. #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith, @da_hpeteacha
da_hpeteacha Oct 16 @ 7:45 PM EDT

If the + relationships have been built, Ss will be themselves and make connections with others. If not, then not as likely in my exp #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith
JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:45 PM EDT

Q4. What are some examples of inclusive learning environments you have been a part of/heard about? What does it look like in action? #pechat
CatchingHeather Oct 16 @ 7:45 PM EDT
#Pechat Parents/guardians, public health, support services for Ss special need, sport & rec, university/college profs, past Ts, @opheacanada
- JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:44 PM EDT
  
  “Connect with community”… who are people teachers could/should be reaching out to? #pechat
  In reply to @CatchingHeather
CatchingHeather Oct 16 @ 7:46 PM EDT

What sort of modifications to you offer? #pechat
In reply to @HCSPhysEd, @JoeyFeith
GlengaryPE Oct 16 @ 7:47 PM EDT

A3: S'ss have role take ownership in learning/decision making. S's responsible for their own learning. #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith
CatchingHeather Oct 16 @ 7:48 PM EDT

Agreed. What does this explicit teaching look like in your program (or one you’ve heard off) #pechat
In reply to @responsivePE, @JoeyFeith, @da_hpeteacha
WA_PETeacher Oct 16 @ 7:48 PM EDT

A4: I taught inclusive APE for 1 year in Newton. Every lesson was ILE. Lots of choice, equipment, challenges+communication!#pechat #physed
In reply to @JoeyFeith
CatchingHeather Oct 16 @ 7:48 PM EDT

Is there anything specific you do to do this? #pechat
In reply to @AssessLinkPE
responsivePE Oct 16 @ 7:49 PM EDT

A4: Certain PD opportunities. It looks like people engaged in their work, collaborating, and celebrating each other's strengths. #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith
da_hpeteacha Oct 16 @ 7:49 PM EDT

Parents, parent council, lunchroom supervisors, after school program leaders all have insight #PEChat
In reply to @JoeyFeith, @CatchingHeather
JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:50 PM EDT

In my opinion (and experience), APE #PhysEd Teachers = Best #PhysEd Teachers. #pechat
In reply to @WA_PETeacher
CatchingHeather Oct 16 @ 7:52 PM EDT
#pechat A4. Options for: ➡️equipmnt(type,colour, weight,size) ➡️time(longer/shorter time on task) ➡️boundries(increase/decrease) ➡️groupings
- JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:45 PM EDT
  
  Q4. What are some examples of inclusive learning environments you have been a part of/heard about? What does it look like in action? #pechat
JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:52 PM EDT

Q5. Last question (for me), what actions could you take (or recommend someone take) in order to create an ILE in #physed? #pechat
responsivePE Oct 16 @ 7:52 PM EDT

I teach, model and have Ss practice all social-emotional skills expected in our PE work together. #pechat
In reply to @CatchingHeather, @JoeyFeith, @da_hpeteacha
WA_PETeacher Oct 16 @ 7:53 PM EDT

Adapted Physical Education Teacher #pechat #physed
In reply to @da_hpeteacha, @JoeyFeith
da_hpeteacha Oct 16 @ 7:55 PM EDT

Differentiate the learning environment! #pechat
In reply to @CatchingHeather
WA_PETeacher Oct 16 @ 7:56 PM EDT

A5:Ask for help+suggestions from other #physed Tt to help you.No matter how many yrs you have been teaching, we all can still learn!#pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith
responsivePE Oct 16 @ 7:57 PM EDT

Learn the developmental characteristics of each grade you teach (social, emotional and physical). Teach accordingly! #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith
GlengaryPE Oct 16 @ 7:57 PM EDT

Also remember that everyone has something to contribute to the good of the class! #pechat
In reply to @HCSPhysEd, @JoeyFeith
CatchingHeather Oct 16 @ 7:57 PM EDT

A5. Some suggestions from the Ontario curriculum. Ts should find one thing to focus on, get support from their community, & do it! #pechat
responsivePE Oct 16 @ 7:57 PM EDT

Sorry forgot A5 #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith
da_hpeteacha Oct 16 @ 7:58 PM EDT

A5. Make connections with other Ts. Learn from the HPE community on Twitter! Attend PE conferences and school board PD -it all helps #pechat
In reply to @JoeyFeith
MoveLiveLearn Oct 16 @ 7:58 PM EDT

Good evening, folks! I'm getting ready to moderate #PEChat. It begins in 2 minutes. Please forgive the rapid fire tweets for next 60 min.
MoveLiveLearn Oct 16 @ 7:59 PM EDT

Please feel welcome to join #pechat as a #PhysEd teacher, educator, parent, or interested human. :) TOPIC: Inclusive Learning Environment
JoeyFeith - Moderator Oct 16 @ 7:59 PM EDT

Alright everyone, that’s it for my portion of tonight’s #pechat. I’m now passing the baton to the very capable hands of @MoveLiveLearn!
participatechat Oct 16 @ 8:00 PM EDT

#PEChat just ended! Transcripts and curated resources are now available at https://t.co/TMLGkWP8xG