Game sense approach to teaching Physical Education

1. WHY ARE WE USING A
GAME SENSE APPROACH?
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2. WHAT IS THE GAME SENSE
APPROACH?
• The game sense approach is a
method of teaching students
game competencies in smaller
or modified game
environments (Georgakis,
Wilson & Evans, 2015).
• Essentially, students will be
able to develop a sense of
game appreciation, as well as
focus on how the game is
played rather than the drill
skills needed(Pill, 2014).

3. GAME SENSE APPROACH CONTINUED
• One of the other aims of the game sense
approach is to not just create skilled players
but to develop smart players.
• Students will develop their skills within the
game and through immediate feedback, they
can improve their decision making and overall
appreciation of the game.
• The game sense approach involves an
inclusive playing environment, where rules can
be modified to suit the needs of all students.

4. STRENGTHS OF THE GAME SENSE
APPROACH
• The inclusion of all students in the games will provide
students with the confidence to perform in the
modified games. For example, students may have pass
limits and time limits on holding the ball.
• The positive effects of creating an inclusive learning
environment is also shown within the (Board of
Studies, 2007, p. 10), with reference to how
participation can increase confidence and overall skill
development.

5. STRENGTHS CONTINUED
• Compared to the traditional
physical education approach,
the game sense approach
provides time for effective
feedback and time for
students to look into their
performance and decide what
can be done to improve.
• Emphasises the play aspect of
the sport rather than the
movement skills such as
kicking and throwing.

6. REFERENCES
Board of Studies (2007). Personal Development, Health and Physical
Education K-6 Syllabus. Sydney: Board of Studies, 1-60.
Georgakis, S., Wilson, R., & Evans, J. (2015). Authentic Assessment in
Physical Education: A Case Study of Game Sense Pedagogy.
Physical Educator, 72(1), 67-86.
Pill, S. (2014). An appreciative inquiry exploring game sense teaching
in physical education. Sport, Education and Society, 1-19.