Rubrics for NCATE Standards

Candidates know and understand the major concepts in the subject matter of health education

K

Evidence shows that:

• Candidates lack an understanding of the foundations of good health
  

Evidence shows that:

• Candidates understand the foundations of good health, including the structure and function of the body and its systems and the importance of physical fitness and sound nutrition

Evidence shows that:

• Candidates know the major health issues concerning children and the social forces that affect them, including the importance of physical fitness and sound nutrition
  
  
• Candidates understand the structure and function of the body and its systems

Candidates use the major concepts in the subject matter of health education to create opportunities for K-6 student development and practice of skills that contribute to good health

S, I

Evidence shows that:

• Candidates lack the necessary understanding to impart information on health-related issues

Evidence shows that:

• Candidates teach students the major health issues affecting K-6 children and impart information on these issues sensitively
  
  
• Candidates clarify misconceptions for children and help them recognize potentially dangerous situations

Evidence shows that:

• Candidates help students understand the benefits of a healthful lifestyle for themselves and others, as well as the dangers of diseases and activities that may contribute to disease
  
  
• Candidates address health-related issues in ways that help children recognize potentially dangerous situations, clarify misconceptions, and find reliable sources of information