Activating Knowledge: Designing Physically Active Lessons that Teach Thinking

Session Description

In this hands-on practical session, PE teachers will engage in movement-based activities that explicitly target the development of students’ physical activity knowledge through the HBPA and LLPA focus areas of the curriculum. Using the declarative–procedural–conditional framework and principles from motor learning theory, participants will trial instructional techniques that blend physical participation with cognitive engagement. The session will emphasise task design for skill development, decision-making, and goal setting—linked directly to the revised VC:HPE sub-strand “Making Active Choices.” Participants will also explore strategies for embedding formative assessment, student self-monitoring, and reflective practice into activity-based lessons. This session is ideal for those looking to enrich their teaching of fitness, health and lifelong physical activity beyond participation.

Learning Outcomes

1. Design and deliver movement-based lessons that develop both physical and cognitive skills.
2. Incorporate goal setting, self-monitoring, and self-evaluation as part of PE instruction.
3. Implement learning tasks that bridge theory and practice to support physical literacy and lifelong activity.

Curriculum Level

7 - 10

Keywords

Health Benefits of Physical Activity, Lifelong Physical Activity

Presentation Type

Practical Workshop
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