Physical Education Program Evaluation

The evaluation of a physical education program involves many components. These components incorporate triangulation, which include student learning, curriculum and opportunity, and community impact. Student learning is possible through the use of effective assessment while curriculum and opportunity is measured by curriculum design and its implementation. Community impact is evaluated through program costs and how well the program communicates progress to students and parents.

It’s important to remember that students should be assessed by all three domains of learning. Physical educators must utilize the cognitive, affective, and psychomotor domains when evaluating student progress and skill acquisition. This is possible by incorporating various assessments that include written tests and quizzes, skill tests, WebQuests, research projects, and role play scenarios. An effective program also involves teacher evaluation. The combination of student assessment and teacher evaluation influences the overall effectiveness of the curriculum.

People must also realize the impact of a program depends on the budget. The best physical education programs usually have large amounts of equipment, numerous accessories (rock wall, weight room, etc.), and various program opportunities (Adventure Education, Outdoor Adventure, etc.). Unfortunately, many schools are not able to budget all of this. This is why teacher evaluation is so important because good teachers can adapt to anything. These individuals are able to communicate progress to students and parents as well as create a positive learning environment. The current economic problems will continue to influence physical education programs but good teachers will always be available.