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This is a Q & A Show where we talk about common questions and helpful topics related to the field of Physical Education. Our goal is to help PE Teachers become better at their jobs - we'll share resources, ideas and insights that will help save you time, step up your teaching game and become a PhysEd Rock Star! Brought to you by ThePEspecialist.com

Ben Landers


    • Apr 29, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 33m AVG DURATION
    • 23 EPISODES

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    019 - Standards Based Report Cards in PE Class

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 12:15


    In this episode of The Phys Ed Q&A Show, we dive into common questions from educators about Standards-Based Report Cards. Using an AI tool we discuss how to align PE assessments with standards, ways to clearly communicate student progress to families, and strategies for making grading more meaningful. Plus, we shares tips for managing challenges like limited class time and diverse student abilities—all while keeping the focus on student growth! Hope you enjoy! For full show notes and links click here (ThePEspecialist.com/Podcast)! https://www.thepespecialist.com/podcast/standards-based-report-cards-examples-from-pe-class-podcast/ Want to connect with us? Follow us on Social Media @thePEspecialist! Twitter Instagram Facebook

    018 - Coping with Stress, Dealing with Behaviors, Lesson Closure and More

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2024 25:56


    In this episode of The Phys Ed Q&A Show, Ben breaks down questions from Instagram.  The questions involve coping with stress, dealing with behaviors, lesson closures and more! Hope you enjoy! For full show notes and links click here (ThePEspecialist.com/Podcast)! Want to connect with us? Follow us on Social Media @thePEspecialist! Twitter Instagram Facebook

    017 Dealing with Behaviors, Sub Plans, Lesson Structure, and More

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2023 37:18


    In this episode of The Phys Ed Q&A Show, Ben and Marcus explore a variety of questions from member forums and Instagram.  Hopefully you find some resources for dealing with behaviors, sub plans, and lesson structure!  Hope you enjoy! For full show notes and links click here (ThePEspecialist.com/Podcast)! Want to connect with us? Follow us on Social Media @thePEspecialist! Twitter Instagram Facebook

    016 Phys Ed Q & A Show - Small Spaces, Advocacy, Staying Organized and More

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2022 51:29


    In this episode of The Phys Ed Q&A Show, Ben and Marcus dive into a variety of questions from members, Twitter, and emails.  You can find anything from Staying Organized, Small Spaces Activities, Program Advocacy to ways of keeping lesson fun! Hope you enjoy! For full show notes and links click here (ThePEspecialist.com/Podcast)! Want to connect with us? Follow us on Social Media @thePEspecialist! Twitter Instagram Facebook

    015 Using Technology in PE Class

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2022 50:38


    In this episode of The Phys Ed Q&A Show, Ben and Marcus discuss using technology in PE class.  We share advice on how to incorporate technology and some applications we enjoy using in our teaching! Hope you enjoy! For full show notes and links click here (ThePEspecialist.com/Podcast)! Want to connect with us? Follow us on Social Media @thePEspecialist! Twitter Instagram Facebook

    Bonus Episode: Ben's Conversation with Ryan Ellis of the PE Umbrella Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2021 70:35


    Hey Everyone! Here's a Bonus Episode for you! I jumped on with Ryan Ellis of the PE Umbrella Podcast to discuss all things Physical Education! He gave me the episode to also post for you guys as well. Hope you enjoy!  Check out Ryan's Podcast at: https://peumbrella.com/  Want to connect with us? Follow us on Social Media @thePEspecialist!   Twitter Instagram Facebook Youtube

    014 Teaching During a Pandemic Part III: Tips for Face to Face Instruction (Hybrid)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2020 36:11


    In Part III of Teaching During a Pandemic, Ben and Marcus shared tips for face to face instruction.  They discuss games, activities, and mindset as we navigate students returning to the gym.   Hope you enjoy! For full show notes and links click here (ThePEspecialist.com/Podcast)! Want to connect with us? Follow us on Social Media @thePEspecialist! Twitter Instagram Facebook

    013 Teaching During a Pandemic Part II: Tips for Virtual Instruction or Teaching in a Classroom

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2020 47:50


    On this episode of The Phys Ed Q & A Show, Ben and Marcus are continuing their discussion on teaching during a pandemic.  Part II covers tips for virtual instruction and some classroom activity ideas.   Hope you enjoy! For full show notes and links click here (ThePEspecialist.com/Podcast)! Want to connect with us? Follow us on Social Media @thePEspecialist! Twitter Instagram Facebook

    012 Teaching in a Pandemic Part 1 - Routines, Procedures, Management, and Mindset

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2020 29:59


    Ben and Marcus are back with tips of how to "Teach On" during the pandemic.  They discuss routines, procedures, and their overall mindset on this episode of The Phys Ed Q & A Show! Hope you enjoy! For full show notes and links click here (ThePEspecialist.com/Podcast)! Want to connect with us? Follow us on Social Media @thePEspecialist! Twitter Instagram Facebook

    011 Teaching Locomotor Movements in PE Class

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2019 38:25


    Want tips on teaching Locomotor movements to your students? Listen to Ben and Marcus as they share some ideas on what they do for fundamental movements.  From route practice to activities like "Lucky Square", all is discussed on this episode of The Phys Ed Q & A Show! Hope you enjoy! For full show notes and links click here (ThePEspecialist.com/Podcast)! Want to connect with us? Follow us on Social Media @thePEspecialist! Twitter Instagram Facebook

    010 First Week of School Management Rules and Procedures

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2019 47:50


    The school year is about to begin, now what? Ben and Marcus discuss how they navigate through the first week of school with students.  Listen as they describe what they cover in the first week and how to balance rules and procedures with activity time.   Hope you enjoy! For full show notes and links click here (ThePEspecialist.com/Podcast)! Want to connect with us? Follow us on Social Media @thePEspecialist! Twitter Instagram Facebook

    009 - Tips For Teachers The Week Before School Starts

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2019 39:08


    We are back! Season 2 is here! Ben and Marcus are kicking this second session off by discussing tips for the week before school starts.  Listen as we give advice on to set yourself up for an awesome school year.  Hope you enjoy! For full show notes and links click here (ThePEspecialist.com/Podcast)! Want to connect with us? Follow us on Social Media @thePEspecialist! Twitter Instagram Facebook Youtube

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    Bonus Episode: Tips for Future PE Teachers Q & A Session

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2019 16:46


    Another Bonus Episode coming your way! This is Q&A I did for some future professionals (university students who are getting certified to teach Physical Education) I hope you get some value out of it - Have Fun and Teach On! Question answered in the podcast: How long have you been teaching? How old are your students? How many hours per week do you spend teaching? When did you start making videos and why? Do you think PE is a good way to teach other subjects? What does a normal PE lesson look like for you? How do you choose your units of instruction? How do you make groups? How do you deal with misbehavior?   More Frequently Asked Questions on our FAQ Page: https://www.thepespecialist.com/faq   Want to connect with us? Follow us on Social Media @thePEspecialist!   Twitter Instagram Facebook Youtube

    Bonus Episode: Ben's Interview on Dave Carney's Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2019 33:36


    Bonus Episode! Don't worry...Ben and Marcus will be back to answer your question on Physical Education.  I just wanted to share with you an interview I did with an awesome PE teacher Dave Carney!  We discuss Physical Education, teaching, and life.  Hope you enjoy! In This Episode Ben and Dave Discuss: How Ben got started in PE Where Ben and Dave get the motivation to create resources for others Overview of the Conflict Corner Some of our favorite activities Some of our favorite folks to follow on social media Some of our favorite podcasts Some of our favorite books Some of our Goals for the future How we maintain Work Life Balance You can find Dave Carney "The Supersized PhysEd Podcast" at the link here!  For full show notes and links click here (ThePEspecialist.com/Podcast)! Want to connect with us? Follow us on Social Media @thePEspecialist! Twitter Instagram Facebook Youtube

    008 How To Organize And Run A Successful Field Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2019 28:24


    It's that time of year...Field Day!  In this episode, Ben and Marcus discuss tips, tricks, and strategies they use for organizing and running a successful Field Day! We hope you enjoy the conversation.   For full show notes and links click here (ThePEspecialist.com/Podcast)! Want to connect with us? Follow us on Social Media @thePEspecialist! Twitter Instagram Facebook Youtube

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    007 How To Teach Gymnastics in Phys Ed Class

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2019 39:08


    One of our favorite units of the year! In this episode, Ben and Marcus dive into the world of Gymnastics!  Listen with us as we discuss how we prepare, teach, and assess educational Gymnastics! Hope you enjoy! For full show notes and links click here (ThePEspecialist.com/Podcast)! Want to connect with us? Follow us on Social Media @thePEspecialist! Twitter Instagram Facebook Youtube

    006 The Physed Q & A Show - How to Teach Jump Rope in Phys Ed

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2019 45:17


    We are excited to kick off part 2 of season 1 of the Phys Ed Q & A Show!  In this episode, Ben and Marcus tackle Jump Roping in Physical Education.  If you want to hear about tips to help your students become better jump ropers than check out this podcast! For full show notes and links click here (ThePEspecialist.com/Podcast)! Want to connect with us? Follow us on Social Media @thePEspecialist! Twitter Instagram Facebook Youtube

    005 The Physed Q & A Show - Scope and Sequence: How To Fit It All In

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2019 18:48


    In this episode, Ben and Marcus discuss scope and sequence.  They give tips on how to fit all the content in and what you can do to find material to teach in your gym.  Take what you can use and trash what you don't want to use!  Bring the energy! For full show notes and links click here (ThePEspecialist.com/Podcast)! Want to connect with us? Follow us on Social Media @thePEspecialist! Twitter Instagram Facebook Youtube

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    004 The Physed Q&A Show - How to Get Students to Stop Talking While You're Teaching

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2018 27:43


    Having trouble getting students to stop talking in class? In this episode, Ben and Marcus explore the different strategies they use to curb the talking and distraction in class.  Hopefully, you can find something you can use in your classroom!  For full show notes and links click here (ThePEspecialist.com/Podcast) ! Want to connect with us? Follow us on Social Media @thePEspecialist! Twitter Instagram Facebook Youtube

    003 The Physed Q&A Show - How to Teach Kindergarten PE

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2018 32:01


    Kindergarten students can be difficult! We can help! In this episode, we give tips and ideas for what we do to handle Kindergarten students.  We share our personal stories, management tips, and activities we use to provide high-level Physical Education to our students.   For full show notes and links click here (ThePEspecialist.com/Podcast) ! Want to connect with us? Follow us on Social Media @thePEspecialist! Twitter Instagram Facebook Youtube

    002 The Phys Ed Q&A Show - Advice for First Year Teachers

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2018 27:17


    Struggling to find your way as a first-year teacher?  THe Physed Q&A show is here to help! We discuss ways to master the first year teaching.  Including, using social media, planning a full year, classroom management tips, among many other topics!  For full show notes and links click here! Want to connect with us? Follow us on Social Media! Twitter Instagram Facebook Youtube

    001 The Physed Q&A Show - Job Interview Tips For Teachers

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2018 19:39


    Need tips on nailing the perfect job interview? In this episode, we give tips to teachers about putting their best foot forward in a job interview.  We share our personal experiences and the tools we use to stand out amongst the other candidates.    For full show notes and links click here (ThePEspecialist.com/Podcast) ! Want to connect with us? Follow us on Social Media @thePEspecialist! Twitter Instagram Facebook Youtube

    000 - Intro Episode (More Coming Soon)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2018 5:07


    This is a test episode for our Upcoming Physed Q & A Podcast! We will be discussing lots of common questions around the field of Physical Education. We will be providing thoughts, resources and insights that will help PE Teachers grow and become better educators.  Conversation by: Ben Landers and Marcus Nellems Show Notes available at: ThePEspecialist.com/Podcast

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