Physical Literacy Primary School Teacher Workshop

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Physical Literacy
Workshop
Primary Schools
Presented by
Kipp Jones
Physical Education Physical Literacy Educator/ Coach

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Purpose Of Today’s Workshop
Physical Literacy (PL)
• What is Physical Literacy
• Evidence based BENEFITS of Physical Literacy
• The 4 domains
• Explore the research
• What are you CURRENTLY doing and what OPPORTUNITIES are there within the Physical Literacy:
Guide for Schools Framework to enhance PL @ your Primary School
Staff Physical Activity Session

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What is Physical Literacy

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Benefits of Physical Literacy

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Benefits of Physical Literacy

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Benefits for Schools

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Task 1
Physical Literacy Domains – Table Groups 5mins
• Reflect on x1 domain per group ie. Social, Psychological, Physical & Cognitive
• Discuss what the domain is
• Feedback and share to entire group

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“A positive association exists between academic attainment and physical
activity levels of pupils”
Public Health England, 2014, Singh et al, 2012
“30% of children ages 2-17 meet the Australian Physical Activity
guideline”
Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, 2018
Key Research

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Physical Literacy: Guide For Schools
TASK 2
FOCUS on ‘Curriculum, Teaching & Learning’
Identify areas of strength & opportunities to further embed
Physical Literacy at your Primary School

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What Can You Do Now
 Regularly review the HPE curriculum
o Including the newly created Units of Work + Scope & Sequence
 Ensure the delivery of a quality Health & PE program
 Value and support both the Health & PE program
 Teach the concepts & domains of PL in your classroom
 Seek opportunities for students to participate in before, during and after school PL activities
 Present PL information in staff meetings and workshops
 Provide professional development opportunities for all staff regarding PL
 Post PL content into the school newsletter and class blogs
 Celebrate the importance of the HPE learning area through national and/or state campaigns
o National HPE Day & PE Week

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Thank You
Kipp Jones
Physical Education Physical Literacy Educator/ Coach