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Australian Council for Health, Physical Education and Recreation (ACHPER)Enhancing students’ skill and motivation using an alternative teaching approachDr Joe Scott, a Senior Lecturer in Health and Physical Education in the School of Education and Tertiary Access at the University of the Sunshine Coast speaks with Associate Professor Brendan Moy from the Queensland University of Technology. As a former HPE teacher and an experienced university teacher educator, Brendan shares his valuable insights on how HPE teachers can tweak the design and delivery of their current learning experiences to enhance the transfer of student’s skills from practice to the performance environment as well as enhance students’ motivation. His simple message to HPE teachers is to try t...2025-04-0715 min
Australian Council for Health, Physical Education and Recreation (ACHPER)Talking Creative PE, with John Quay and Abbey BoyerIn this podcast, A/Prof Sue Whatman talks with Professor John Quay and Abbey Boyer from the University of Melbourne about a holistic pedagogical framework called Creative PE. This framework draws on aspects of various pedagogical models in PE, including foundational movement skills, teaching games for understanding, sport education, and taking personal and social responsibility, to offer a way to plan and teach units that supports meaningful engagement with PE. Professor John Quay has taught and researched at the University of Melbourne for twenty years, in HPE, outdoor education and educational philosophy. John initially developed C...2025-03-1333 min
Lauve WellbeingThe significance of HPE curricula in Catholic Education.This podcast episode examines an academic paper authored by Timothy Lynch and published in the ACHPER Healthy Lifestyles Journal which explores the significance of Health and Physical Education (HPE) within a Catholic school curriculum. It argues that HPE, when appropriately integrated, can promote students' holistic development, encompassing physical, spiritual, and social dimensions. The author examines the unique contribution of HPE to Catholic values, highlighting its potential to foster community, social responsibility, and ethical decision-making. Specific examples from Catholic teachings and educational perspectives are used to support this viewpoint, alongside discussion of the practical implementation of HPE within a Catholic...2025-01-1913 minLauve WellbeingPost-1992 Australian Physical Education_ An Evaluation.This podcast episode deep dives into research by Timothy Lynch published in the ACHPER Australia Healthy Lifestyles Journal. The journal article examines the implementation of a 1999 Health and Physical Education (HPE) syllabus in three Brisbane Catholic primary schools, examining its success in addressing issues highlighted by a 1992 Senate Inquiry. The Inquiry had identified problems within Australian Physical Education, including resource constraints, time allocation, and teaching quality. The study employs a qualitative methodology, including interviews and observations, to analyse how the syllabus was implemented and its impact on student engagement. Findings reveal varied implementation success across the schools, largely dependent...2025-01-1925 minLauve WellbeingRed Rover_British Bulldog_ A Quality Invasion Game.This podcast episode deep dives into an article from ACHPER Active & Healthy Journal which details modifications to the children’s game Red Rover/British Bulldog to enhance safety and inclusivity. The author, a teacher and teacher educator, Timothy Lynch describes adapting the game to teach fundamental motor skills and tactical awareness within the context of invasion games. Specific rule changes, equipment (flag belts), and playing space recommendations are provided to ensure a safe and engaging experience for all participants. The article also includes focus questions and student reflection prompts to encourage critical thinking and skill development. Finally, it highlights the...2025-01-1917 minLauve WellbeingDodge Ball - good or bad practice in schools?This podcast episode examines an article written by Timothy Lynch and published in ACHPER Active and Healthy Journal. The paper examines the game of 'dodge ball', also referred to as'poison ball', arguing that with modified rules, it can be a safe and inclusive physical education activity in primary schools promoting essential motor skills. It contrasts this approach with criticisms of traditional dodgeball, highlighting the importance of teacher expertise in creating quality games. 2025-01-1812 minLauve WellbeingZig-Zag Cricket_ A Coaching Guide.This podcast episode examines an article by Timothy Lynch published in the ACHPER Active & Healthy Magazine which details a children's game called Zig-Zag tee-ball, offering variations and focusing questions to enhance skill development and strategic thinking. The game involves batting and fielding, requiring players to strategise and improve their technique. Focus questions guide children to identify their choices and strategies, aiding their understanding. Variations are provided to suit different age groups and abilities. The author, Timothy Lynch, is introduced, highlighting his expertise in health and physical education.2025-01-1806 minLauve WellbeingPhysical Literacy vs Physical Education_ A Semantic Debate.This podcast episode deep dives into an ACHPER Blog written by Timothy Lynch. The title of the Blog is Semantics: 'Physical Education' verse 'Physical Literacy'. Several research papers explore the contested meaning and application of "physical literacy" (PL) within physical education (PE). A key concern is the confusion arising from the ambiguous relationship between PL and PE, with some arguing that PL's adoption has created more problems than solutions for teachers. Research highlights the inconsistent online presentation of PL, influencing teachers' understanding and practice. Studies also reveal that even leading PE teachers often lack a robust grasp of contemporary...2025-01-1514 min
Outdoor Industry Connect & Share ForumsExploring Safety, Insurance, and Industry ReadinessSend us a textWhat if taking a stroll through nature could not only boost your health but transform your career? Join us for a compelling conversation with Lori Modde from Outdoors NSW & ACT where Will Lockhead from Stoker Adventure and Recreation Marketplace shares an inspiring quote from Matthew McConaughey, urging us to give our every endeavour our all. Explore how Macquarie University's Nature Play Study presents groundbreaking research and learn about the exciting developments at the National Outdoor Education Conference. We also dive into the challenges in the outdoor industry, particularly the shortage of tour guides...2024-11-2232 min
Australian Council for Health, Physical Education and Recreation (ACHPER)Using a whole school approach to build effective relationships between students, teachers and wider communityJoel Richardson is Head of Health and Physical Education at St Edmunds College, Canberra, a Year 4-12 all-boys school. St Edmunds is a Catholic School in the Tradition of Edmund Rice, it educates young men spiritually, academically, socially, physically and creatively in a compassionate Catholic context.Joel discusses how he skilfully builds relationships with his students and emphasises that relationships between students, teachers and parents means ‘everything’ at the school. Relationship building is considered a continual process from when boys enrol to when they leave. Joel has some incredible techniques including advising teachers to ‘flip’ the conve...2024-09-1713 min
Australian Council for Health, Physical Education and Recreation (ACHPER)Fostering healthy food options in our SchoolsAssociate Professor of Health and Physical Education at University of Canberra John Williams speaks with senior dietician and Executive Officer Leanne Ellison from ACT Nutrition about healthier food options in our school canteens.How do we align food options with basic nutritional requirements to support overall healthy school environments, as well as professional development for teachers around nutrition.Setting up positive food experiences and exposure for children as early as possible.2024-08-0115 min
Australian Council for Health, Physical Education and Recreation (ACHPER)Teachers as Health WorkersThe discussion topic we have is on teachers as health workers. As teachers are increasingly engaging in work related to the health and wellbeing of children, it becomes critical in understanding how this work is undertaken in the work of teachers. This Australian Research Council (ARC) project. In this interview, we understand what teachers’ health work is about and how it is enacted in schools. Lastly, we ask Tony on the significance of this research to teachers. Interviewer: Melisa Chong is a lecturer in Health and Physical Education from the University of Southern Queensland. She is a mem...2024-05-0914 min
Australian Council for Health, Physical Education and Recreation (ACHPER)Supporting mental health & wellbeing with Outdoor Education: a toolkit from Outdoors VictoriaIn this podcast, A/Prof Sue Whatman interviews Luke Parker from Outdoors Victoria about their toolkit for outdoor education. A new element of the toolkit assists teachers to make use of the outdoors to support better mental health and wellbeing. Outdoors Victoria partnered with ACHPER's Victorian branch in developing the toolkit to help not only HPE teachers to see the opportunities of teaching outdoors, but teachers across the curriculum. Luke is a former teacher and is the current Education advisor for Outdoors Victoria for over 4 years where he works with numerous stakeholders including teaching organisations, Schools, and t...2024-03-2706 min
Australian Council for Health, Physical Education and Recreation (ACHPER)Becoming Autistic: How technology is altering the minds of the next generationNatalie McMaster talks with Associate Professor Michael Nagel from the University of the Sunshine Coast.Michael has coauthored a book titled Becoming Autistic: How technology is altering the minds of the next generation. Today's discussion focusses on the consequences of developmental changes in young people due to screen use and how they are increasingly being expressed as psychological and behavioural changes that very much resemble known disorders such as autism spectrum disorder. More information is available at:https://www.booktopia.com.au/becoming-autistic-rachael-sharman/book/9781922607140.html 2024-01-1010 minOutdoor Industry Connect & Share Forums2024 in the Australian Outdoors: Facing Challenges and Harnessing Opportunities in the IndustrySend us a textWhat if we told you that the future of the outdoor industry hinges on more than just qualifications? Imagine a space ready to embrace the shift to practical skills, and all set to acknowledge the traditional owners of the land. The Australian outdoors industry is on a transformative journey, and this episode takes you right into its heart. We start with a deep dive into the latest industry news - from the need to inspect your Petzl Astro or Canyon guide harnesses, to a discussion from the Human Ability Workshop in Melbourne. Our...2023-10-2757 min
Australian Council for Health, Physical Education and Recreation (ACHPER)Using diet quality and dietary patterns to have positive discussions about nutrition and healthDr Drew Miller is the Deputy Director of the Teachers and Teaching Research Centre at the University of Newcastle. Drew’s research interests involve the study of motor development through games based methodologies and pedagogical quality more broadly in education. Ms Tammie Jakstas is a qualified Accredited Practice Dietitian and Secondary teacher current PhD candidate at The University of Newcastle, focusing on Food and Nutrition-related Health and Wellbeing in Schoolteachers. Those interested in knowing more about the study: https://uninewcastle.questionpro.com.au/t/ARnRcZRs4K 2023-09-2012 min
Australian Council for Health, Physical Education and Recreation (ACHPER)Supporting Adolescent Learners: Social and Emotional WellbeingNatalie McMaster talks with Donna Pendergast, Director Engagement in the Arts, Education and Law Group, and the former Dean and Head of School of Education and Professional Studies (2009-2023) at Griffith University.Listen to learn more about a global MOOC for professional development which explores the social and emotional wellbeing of young adolescents. Use this URL to access the MOOC https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/supporting-adolescent-learners 2023-08-0908 min
Australian Council for Health, Physical Education and Recreation (ACHPER)Psychological Safety for Teachers with Alison WillisNatalie McMaster talks with Alison Willis a lecturer in curriculum and pedagogy at the University of the Sunshine Coast. Alison has a chapter in the book titled Health and Well-Being in the Middle Grades: Research for Effective Middle Level Education. Today's discussion focusses on how to create environments in schools that support the psychological safety of teachers.More information is available at:https://www.infoagepub.com/products/Health-and-Well-Being-in-the-Middle-Grades 2023-06-0207 min
Australian Council for Health, Physical Education and Recreation (ACHPER)ACHPER - Health Promoting Schools CommitteeACHPER Board Director and University of Canberra Associate Professor John Williams speaks with Natalie McMaster Lecturer of Education at the University of Sunshine Coast along with Dr Hugh Shannon Senior Lecturer HPE at Queensland University of Technology.Today's subject is the ACHPER Health Promoting Schools Committee, what they do and how it came about.2023-04-2711 min
The Coaches Network PodcastWell Performance with Stu SingerEpisode #252 of The Coaches Network Podcast.The guest for this episode is Stu Singer.Shane Pill (PhD) is an Associate Professor in Physical Education and Sport at Flinders University, Kaurna Yerta: Adelaide, South Australia. Shane is one of Australia’s leading thinkers and innovators in games and sport teaching, and sport coaching. He teaches and researches in physical education and sport pedagogy, curriculum, sport coaching, sport development, and educational leadership. Shane has over 200 scholarly and academic publications, and he is highly sought after speaker, consultant and collaborator. Shane is a Life Member and Fellow of th...2023-03-311h 08
The Coaches Network PodcastA Game Sense Approach with Shane PillEpisode #250 of The Coaches Network Podcast.The guest for this episode is Shane Pill.Shane Pill (PhD) is an Associate Professor in Physical Education and Sport at Flinders University, Kaurna Yerta: Adelaide, South Australia. Shane is one of Australia’s leading thinkers and innovators in games and sport teaching, and sport coaching. He teaches and researches in physical education and sport pedagogy, curriculum, sport coaching, sport development, and educational leadership. Shane has over 200 scholarly and academic publications, and he is highly sought after speaker, consultant and collaborator. Shane is a Life Member and Fellow of th...2023-03-241h 13
HeadsUpHPE GametimeYear Wrapped Up, ACHPER Reflection, & the Phys-Edvent CalendarIn this episode, the yearly stats will be wrapped up, courtesy of Spotify, along with reflecting on the annual ACHPER Victoria State Conference that took place on the 24th & 25th of November, and sharing key ideas and takeaways from the sessions that I was fortunate enough to attend.
Following this, I will share the concept behind the Phys-Edvent Calendar and how you can download that, and implement it within your setting.
References from the episode include:
Jessica Close: https://www.instagram.com/pe_teacherspet/
Shane Pill: Blogs: https://www.blogger.com/profile/089304572488729760112022-12-0421 min
Australian Council for Health, Physical Education and Recreation (ACHPER)Discussion with Dr Sue Whatman ACHPER President2022-08-2207 min
This Is Your Teaching Life#3 - Andy Hair (Re-release): Trailblazing Physical Education GuruIn Episode Three, we were absolutely delighted to sit down with Andy Hair.
Andy is a Phys-Ed guru, who is not only an everyday Physical Education teacher, but also a Presenter and Keynote speaker for conferences all over the world.
Andy is a trailblazer in the field that aims to have a positive impact on every possible person that he can reach. His ‘energizer’ videos have over 100k views on YouTube, while he has also worked for the International Cricket Council to develop Cricket resources for schools all over the globe.
Andy is an i...2021-09-091h 40
The PhysEd TableEpisode 12 - Wrapping up 2020 (with Andy Hair)This Episode concludes our year here at The PhysEd Table Podcast. It has been an awesome experience kick starting this little project and seeing it out from mid this year to the end of the year in amongst the craziness that has surrounded us, but turns out I was only joining a bandwagon of people who thought starting a podcast would be a good idea…
I really hope that everyone has gained something to “value-add” to their teaching (if I could again quote Episode 4’s guest Michael Smith). It has been so humbling to hear from a variety of educators who have...2020-11-2458 min
The PhysEd TableEpisode 11 - The table has turned on ME!Time for my turn in hot seat!
I joined ACHPER Tasmania's Vaughan Cruikshank and Sam Cure for an interview about my Virtual Presentation for the 2020 ACHPER Tasmania Virtual Conference.
I shared how Golf can be implemented in Primary School PhysEd Setting using the FMS Mastery Approach, Thematic Game Sense and Sport Education models across year levels. We also chatted about my journey and transition from Univeristy to the Full-Time Profession of Physical Education and Sport Coordinator, and how my move from Tasmania to Victoria as a graduate teacher cam about. There were also some candid conversations about 2020, the changes, the un...2020-11-031h 05
The PhysEd TableEpisode 9 - The NOW, NEAR and NEXT of Physical Education (with Bernie Holland and Jo Ritson)As I made very clear on the socials this week I am truly grateful to have the opportunity to merely be in the same room (albeit viz Zoom) with these two Physical Educators. This episode I am joined by Jo Ritson once again and perhaps the person mentioned the most across these episodes - Mr Bernie Holland.
Bernie and Jo have known each other for a few years now and as John mentions in the podcast Bernie (like he has with many Physical Educators and Professionals across Australia and the world we find out) has mentored and supported Jo to i...2020-10-061h 09
The PhysEd TableEpisode 8 - The NOW and NEXT of Flipped and Virtual Learning (with Jo Ritson)2020 has been a year of.... difference!
In Episode 8 I am joined by Jo Ritson from Rippenlea Primary School in Victoria and a newly anointed ACHPER Victoria Board Member.
I have got to know Jo through ACHPER Victoria and we have consulted with each other a lot during 2020, bouncing ideas off one another, especially during our remote learning time. Jo joins me on today’s episode to share and discuss her experience with Virtual Learning and Flipped Learning. We discuss how these two concepts in the context of 2020 where many if not all educators in Australia and a...2020-09-2251 min
The PhysEd TableEpisode 6 - Catering for Sensory Needs in PE (with Chloe Dew)It is often said we can have a spread of 7 years of developmental, emotional and intellectual needs in one classroom. So how can we create a SAFE space for all learners, from all backgrounds, with differing needs?
Physical Education can often be over-stimulating, noisy, busy, confusing and confronting for many individuals and it is important that we understand the triggers but more importantly have the strategies and practices to ensure that our students feel safe and can learn according to their needs.
Chloe Dew (@3dPhysEd) joins me to discuss her passion - catering for sensory and special needs in PhysEd. Chl...2020-09-081h 08
The PhysEd TableEpisode 2 - The MUST HAVE PE Resources (with Christina Polatajko and Ben Clark)Join Christina and Ben as we discuss another of YOUR chosen topics - The MUST HAVE PE Resources!
We kick off with another istallment of Rapid Round the Table, this time with some slightly new curly questions, before diving into some of the MUST HAVE resources that have helped shape both Christina and Ben into two of Australia's finest Physical Education Teachers.
We discuss how the education industry has changed because of these resources and how we can potentially tap into things we may have forgotten to redirect our teaching back onto the right path.
So grab YOUR seat and jo...2020-08-1147 min
Terrible. Happy#63 - Doug Hearne: The educational leadership journey.Send us a textDoug Hearne is a husband, father, and educational leader of the highest standard. Doug was a member of the national expert panel that set up the framework and structure of the Australian Health and PE curriculum. Doug began as a classroom teacher, before progressing to a lecturer at the University of Wollongong, and Vice president of the Australian Council for Health, Physical Education and Recreation (ACHPER for short) and then finally Principal of a large co-educational public High School in Southern Sydney. Doug’s passion for educational reform is unparalleled and is m...2020-07-111h 24