Physical education is an important part of the primary curriculum and one that provides unique challenges for those involved with its teaching. This book offers a balanced and comprehensive overview of the subject, covering issues such as safe practice in PE, inclusion, subject leadership, and cross-curricular approaches supported by an accessible theory-informed approach. The Second Edition includes: • Links to the new National Curriculum in England • Each chapter mapped against the Teachers’ Standards • A new chapter on physical literacy and development in the early years and primary ages • A new chapter on health-focused education and the contribution of PE • Added case studies in every chapter • Enhanced coverage of assessment in PE This book includes a companion website with additional resources! This book includes a companion website with additional resources!

Developing Knowledge, Skills and Understanding Across Areas of Activity

Developing Knowledge, Skills and Understanding Across Areas of Activity

Developing Knowledge, Skills and Understanding Across Areas of Activity

Chapter aims

  • To develop knowledge, skills and understanding across areas of activity in physical education
  • To develop your depth of knowledge and understanding specific to areas of activity
  • To develop practical understanding of the delivery of different areas of activity

Links to Teachers’ Standards

In reading this chapter and completing the associated tasks you will be able to collect evidence in relation to the Teachers’ Standards (DfE, 2011) as detailed in Table 5.1.

Introduction

Chapter 4 looked at the fundamental movement skills associated with the delivery of physical education. This chapter aims to build on this knowledge and understanding, with an increased focus on specific areas of activity. We will look at activities associated ...

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