The IPPEA are delighted to announce the production of a new podcast called ‘Practical & Playful PE’.
Each episode will cover a different strand of the PE curriculum. We will interview a special guest with the relevant experience for each podcast.
Podcast
List of Podcasts to date:
- Episode 1 – Practical & Playful PE
- Episode 2 – A chat with Richard Bowles
- Episode 3 – Tips for Sports Days
- Episode 4 – Creative Dance with Clodagh Ryan
- Episode 5 – Developing Motivation and Confidence in PE with Tomás Mannion
- Episode 6 – IPPEA Annual Conference Preview
- Episode 7 -The Place of PE in the new Irish Primary Curriculum Framework
Episode 6- IPPEA Annual Conference Preview
Episode 5- Developing Motivation and Confidence in PE with Tomás Mannion
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.
Episode 4- Creative Dance with Clodagh Ryan
Exploring the wonderful & exciting dance strand of the PE curriculum. Dance can be enjoyable for all, both teachers & students!
Episode 3- Tips for Sports Days
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.
Episode 2- A chat with Richard Bowles
Interview with Dr. Richard Bowles, Mary Immaculate College.
Episode 1- Practical & Playful PE
Interview with Ciara Delaney from the PDST.