https://padlet.com/grainneryan95/y444ifcemhad 1st Year Benchball en-us 2019-02-13 01:24:07 UTC 2025-09-27 13:37:40 UTC hello@padlet.com grainneryan95 https://padlet.com/grainneryan95/y444ifcemhad/wish/330632222 This is the students first experience of second level Physical Education. They come from a variety of different primary schools and have had different experiences of Physical Education within those. There will be a range of experience in games, both within and outside of school, and some may have played Benchball or Dodgeball. The module will be aimed at a complete beginner level.]]> 2019-02-13 01:29:18 UTC https://padlet.com/grainneryan95/y444ifcemhad/wish/330632222 grainneryan95 https://padlet.com/grainneryan95/y444ifcemhad/wish/330632977 This is the students first time in the school and, as such, their skill level is not yet known. This topic will be used to assess some of their skills through teacher observation.]]> 2019-02-13 01:32:21 UTC https://padlet.com/grainneryan95/y444ifcemhad/wish/330632977 grainneryan95 https://padlet.com/grainneryan95/y444ifcemhad/wish/330633047 This is the students first time in the school and, as such, their attitudes are not yet known. This topic will be used to assess their attitude towards Physical Education and games through teacher observation.]]> 2019-02-13 01:32:45 UTC https://padlet.com/grainneryan95/y444ifcemhad/wish/330633047 grainneryan95 https://padlet.com/grainneryan95/y444ifcemhad/wish/330633123 Each student is starting second level education in a class of eighteen other students which they may not know. The elements of teamwork allow the students to develop relationships with one another, which will be integral in their school experience. Additionally, games are a familiar concept to most students which will allow them to participate confidently. They are largely enjoyed by students and allows them to experience success regularly which will encourage their participation in PE class. The mixture of skills used throughout the module enables teacher observation and assessment of the skills the students already possess and how they might be improved.

The learning profile of the students in the class, and the range of special educational needs within the class means that the traditional drill-style method of teaching would be wholly unsuitable for the students present. Instead, the teaching games for understanding model keeps the students mentally engaged through games analysis, physically involved through small-sided games, and participating in a social and team environment where they can increase their self-efficacy in an enjoyable atmosphere

TGfU  involves game play and modified games where modifications are made to rules, playing area, and equipment (Kirk & MacPhail, 2002, p.179). The focus on learning throughout will be on the development of knowledge and skills that can be transferred across different games, as well as increasing the students ability to analyse a games situation (Bunker & Thorpe, 1982). Providing students with an increased opportunity to play is one of the ways in which these skills can be developed. In order to ensure that each student is given the opportunity to develop their understanding of the principles of play in the greatest way possible, adaptations are made using the TREE model (teaching style, rules, equipment and environment).

The focus on the learning throughout will be based around the principles of attack and defense, developing an ability to analyse a games situation and the students ability to make an appropriate decision and act on it.

"The teaching of skills and technique is given less priority than the development of tactical awareness through the exploration of principles of play. Skill acquisition is seen in the context of the students’ involvement in the game situation and of enabling them to make appropriate decisions based on their evolving level of tactical awareness." (NCCA, 2003, p.7).

The role of the teacher as a questioner is very important in keeping the learning focused and to prevent it from descending into a "throw the ball in" PE class (Luttrell & Chambers, 2013).]]> 2019-02-13 01:33:03 UTC https://padlet.com/grainneryan95/y444ifcemhad/wish/330633123 grainneryan95 https://padlet.com/grainneryan95/y444ifcemhad/wish/330634150 2019-02-13 01:37:39 UTC https://padlet.com/grainneryan95/y444ifcemhad/wish/330634150 grainneryan95 https://padlet.com/grainneryan95/y444ifcemhad/wish/330676867 Bunker D, Thorpe R (1982). A model for the teaching of games in secondary schools. Bulletin of Physical Education 18(1), p.5–8.
Department of Education and Science and National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (2003). Junior Cycle Physical Education. Dublin: Government Publications.
Kirk, D. & MacPhail, A. (2002).  Teaching games for understanding and situated earning: Rethinking the Bunker-Thorpe Model . Journal of teaching in physical education, 21, p.177-192.
Luttrell, S. & Chambers, F.C. (2013). Pathways for teacher implementation: Senioe cycle physical education curriculum and instructional models. Dublin: e-print.ie.

]]> 2019-02-13 06:07:45 UTC https://padlet.com/grainneryan95/y444ifcemhad/wish/330676867 grainneryan95 https://padlet.com/grainneryan95/y444ifcemhad/wish/330679630  Cognitive:
Tactical awareness and decision making in games. Developing an understanding of when and how a skill will be used based on an awareness of the need for the skill.

Psychomotor:
Participation in games to promote Game Sense. Skill learning in the context of the game and tactical understanding in conjunction with skill development.

Affective:
Enjoy participating in games, display positive attitudes and good sportsmanship. 

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2. Game Appreciation
3. Tactical Awareness
4. Making Appropriate Decisions
5. Skill Execution
6. Performance
7. Game]]> 2019-02-13 06:34:39 UTC https://padlet.com/grainneryan95/y444ifcemhad/wish/330680458 grainneryan95 https://padlet.com/grainneryan95/y444ifcemhad/wish/330682630 2019-02-13 06:48:58 UTC https://padlet.com/grainneryan95/y444ifcemhad/wish/330682630 grainneryan95 https://padlet.com/grainneryan95/y444ifcemhad/wish/330683327 2019-02-13 06:53:39 UTC https://padlet.com/grainneryan95/y444ifcemhad/wish/330683327 grainneryan95 https://padlet.com/grainneryan95/y444ifcemhad/wish/330684700 2019-02-13 07:03:35 UTC https://padlet.com/grainneryan95/y444ifcemhad/wish/330684700 grainneryan95 https://padlet.com/grainneryan95/y444ifcemhad/wish/330685368 2019-02-13 07:08:58 UTC https://padlet.com/grainneryan95/y444ifcemhad/wish/330685368 grainneryan95 https://padlet.com/grainneryan95/y444ifcemhad/wish/330685566 2019-02-13 07:10:36 UTC https://padlet.com/grainneryan95/y444ifcemhad/wish/330685566 grainneryan95 https://padlet.com/grainneryan95/y444ifcemhad/wish/330685800 2019-02-13 07:12:27 UTC https://padlet.com/grainneryan95/y444ifcemhad/wish/330685800