7. The PD/H/PE
educator
Studies show students with caring
and supportive interpersonal
relationships in school report
more positive academic attitudes
and values, and more satisfaction
with school. These students are
more engaged academically.
(Klem, 2009, p262)
8. THE PD/H/PE
EDUCATOR
Protective wide
brimmed hat
Hair appropriately
tied back and out of
face
Smile = positive attitude towards
sport and health
Appropriate/moveable/c
omfortable clothing.
Suitable for sporting
activities
An Interest and
knowledge on a
wide selection of
sports
Appropriate/enclosed footwear
suitable for participating in sporting
activities
Sunscreen
must be sun safe
Whistle
Sunglasses
must be sun safe
Watch
9. PDHPE and
educational
settings
PDHPE is seen as one of the main key learning areas as it:
Encourages an understanding of valuing self-others
Promotes physical education and a healthy lifestyle
Emphasises informed decision making leading to effective and
responsible action
Concerned with physical, cognitive, social and emotional growth
and development patterns
11. PDHPE and
educational
settings
. For a teacher to be able to confidently teach pdhpe, I believe
that they should follow the following guidelines:
Have a good background knowledge of what they are teaching
Good management and Discipline skills
Clear objectives for lessons
Practice what they preach
12. REFERENCES
Angelo A.T, Cross K.P (1993). Classroom assessment techniques. A Handbook for College
Teachers (35)2, 3-54.
k-6 pdhpe syllabus (n.d.)
retrieved from: http://k6.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/go/personal-development-health-
and-physical-education-pdhpe
KlemA.M, Connell J.P. (2009). Relationships matter: linking teacher support to student
engagement and achievement. Journal of School Health (74)7, 262-273.
doi- 10.1111/j.1746-1561.2004.tb08283.x.
Sallis J.F., MckenzieT.L (2013). Physical education’s role in public health. Research
Quartely for Exercise and Sport (62)2, 124-137.
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Top 10 Qualities of a great teacher (n.d.)
retrieved from: http://teaching.org/resources/top-10-qualities-of-a-great-teacher
