Practical & Playful PE

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In this episode, we discuss tips and strategies teachers can use to support the development of motivation and confidence in PE, so that pupils can adopt an enthusiasm for engaging in physical activity as an integral part of life.  Tomás Mannion draws on his experiences as a PE Advisor with the Professional Development Service for Teachers and his background in Sports and Exercise Psychology to highlight how communication, autonomy, choice and a sense of belonging are key elements of a holistic approach to physical literacy development in the primary school.  Tomás refers to the following resources: Move Well, Move Often Physical Literacy Resource - https://www.scoilnet.ie/pdst/physlit/ Beyond the Classroom Physical Literacy Resource - https://www.scoilnet.ie/pdst/physlit/beyond/ PE Strand Based Resources - https://www.scoilnet.ie/pdst/primary/pe/strands/ PE Homework, Active Every Day - https://www.scoilnet.ie/pdst/pehomework/ Fundamental Movement Skill Assessment Templates - https://www.scoilnet.ie/pdst/physlit/assessment/ PDST PE Workshops and Seminars - https://pdst.ie/primaryPEworkshops

Exploring the wonderful & exciting dance strand of the PE curriculum. Dance can be enjoyable for all, both teachers & students!

In this episode, we interview Peter Lavin who is a fellow member of the IPPEA. He will share his top tips for running a successful sports day & how to ensure the day is an enjoyable experience for all involved & Covid compliant at the same time. https://www.irishprimarype.com/suggested-activities/ https://www.essd.eu/

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Interview with Ciara Delaney from the PDST. Focus on gymnastics, mindfulness & wellbeing.  https://www.irishprimarype.com/ https://www.pdst.ie/sites/default/files/Children%27s%20Books%20for%20Wellbeing%20.pdf https://pdst.ie/sites/default/files/Book%201.pdf https://www.pdst.ie/sites/default/files/The%20Fun%20Gym%20Circuit.pdf https://www.pdst.ie/primary/healthwellbeing/relaxationandself-regulationtools https://pdst.ie/primary/healthwellbeing https://www.pdst.ie/sites/default/files/Round%203%20Pop%20in%20for%20PE%21%20Flyer_0.pdf https://www.education.ie/en/Education-Staff/Services/Employee-Assistance-Service/employee-assistance-service.html https://www.gov.ie/en/publication/0722b-wellbeing-resources/ ttps://mindfulkidsireland.com/ https://wellbeingtogether.spectrum.life/login?org=ylVIIU17