Understanding PCK Can Transform Your PE Teaching
By Phil Mathe: Academic, Pracademic, Researcher, Author, Speaker, Educator As physical education (PE) teachers, we know that great teaching is more than just knowing our…
Neurodiversity series Part Four: The importance of understanding dyslexia for PE teachers
Welcome to the fourth instalment of our Neurodiversity series, where we delve into the intricacies of dyslexia and its significance for physical education teachers. Traditionally…
Neurodiversity series Part Three: Autism and creating a supportive PE environment
In advance of World Autism Day tomorrow, today’s insight will discuss autism and how to support students on the autism spectrum (autistic students) in physical…
Neurodiversity series Part Two: Adaptive teaching strategies in Physical Education
Last week’s insight introduced the concept of neurodiversity and the importance of an inclusive approach to PE teaching so that the variety of learning differences…
Neurodiversity series Part One: What is neurodiversity and why is it important that PE teachers understand it?
Introduction Physical Education (PE) is a crucial component of holistic development, promoting not only physical health but also social, emotional, and cognitive well-being. It is,…
Is It Time to Ditch Dodgeball?
Written by Lee Sullivan Picture this: a school gym, teams picked, balls lined up, and the game promptly begins. The game caters to large numbers,…
PE Insights Episode 48 Carrie Irwin and Ella Shinner: Life as a PE Early Career Teacher and advice for PE trainees and mentors
Insights from Early Career PE Teachers This podcast episode with host, Nathan Walker, features two recently qualified PE teachers, Carrie Irwin and Ella Shinner, reflecting…
Supercharging PE GCSE exam revision for teachers: Wellbeing
Welcome to the final instalment in our comprehensive blog series designed to support teachers in guiding their students through PE GCSE exam revision. As educators,…
Supercharging PE GCSE exam revision for teachers: Applying knowledge
Welcome to the fourth instalment in our comprehensive blog series designed to support teachers in guiding their students through PE GCSE exam revision. As educators,…