9. The ideal PDHPE educator;
Possesses confidence in one’s ability.
Should dress appropriately (i.e. in active wear).
Have a passionate and enthusiastic attitude to teaching and PDHP.E
Must have excellent communication, observation and organisational
skills.
Sound knowledge of the PDHPE syllabus and child development.
Be able to create a socially just atmosphere in the classroom, and
ensure that all students in the class develop a sense of belonging.
Must lead, and be able to demonstrate, healthy lifestyle and
habits.
Posses the necessary skills to demonstrate techniques and skills to
students.
Be able to adapt their skill level to suit those of the children.
Must have an attitude suited to encouraging young children to
“have a go” and a long list of phrases to use in these situations.
10. PDHPE and Educational Settings:
My Position
Physical education should be conducted
on a daily basis
(Tinning, Macdonald, Wright and Hickey, 2001)
Physical education improves cognitive
function
(Castelli and Hillman, 2007)
Physical activity in schools should be
educational
(Kirk, Nauright, Hanrahan, Macdonald and Jobling, 1996)
11. In conclusion:
“There is no set recipe that
can be applied in all situations”
(Tinning, Kirk and Evans, 1993)
That is, teaching PDHPE will
always provide challenges!!
