What would be an example of “Catch a student being good” in terms of teaching gym/physical education?
Answer Dear Adrian, Usually the phrase, “catching a student being good” doesn’t refer to academic or physical abilities – like being “good” at sports. It’s about good behavior – often in terms of kindness, courtesy, or friendliness. So if you were to see a recalcitrant student doing something nice for another student (like passing the ball, setting up a shot for someone else, helping a teammate who had fallen – you get the idea) then you could bring it to their attention. With little kids, you can usually applaud their behavior in public (“Look at what Jenny is doing. Isn’t that great?). But older children and adolescents are usually more embarrassed about being praised in public. A nod, a smile, or a quiet word in private might work to show your approval in a less showy way. And then it might lead to more acts of random kindness.
