Beyond the Whistle: Unlocking High-Quality Teaching in PE
Introduction: The Science, Art and Craft of Physical Education When we think of “high-quality teaching” in Physical Education, our minds often jump to the mastery…
Paradigm Shift: Why education has to scrap flight paths
Imagine being told at age 11 exactly where you’ll be at age 16, based on a single test score. For years, schools have relied upon…
The Power of Silence: Less Feedback & More Learning
As PE teachers, we often equate “good teaching” with maximum feedback and correction of misconceptions. I have enjoyed visiting my trainee teachers over the last…
Navigating the Path to Physical Literacy: Assessment and Charting Progress
Introduction Physical literacy is not just about engaging in various physical activities; it’s about developing the motivation, confidence, physical competence, knowledge and understanding to value…
Data With Soul
At the turn of the 20th Century, Civil rights activities and Atlanta university Prof WEB du Bois, produced The Exhibit of African-American Lifethat was displayed…
New GCSE Grading Structure
Introduction Pupils taking GCSEs from 2017 will have experienced a new grading structure. English language, English literature and Maths were the first subjects to use…
GCSE Physical Education Without Practical PE Assessment
Highlighting concerns that the amended PE assessment in the national curriculum places too much emphasis on theory at the detriment of physical compet…
Physical Education Ofsted Inspection Guidance
Physical Education Ofsted Inspection Guidance - What Ofted are looking for when assessing physical education during inspections.