Reimagining PDHPE in Primary Schools: A Conversation with Lyndelle Batten

The way PDHPE is taught in primary schools across New South Wales is undergoing a transformation, and now is the time to reimagine how we approach this essential subject. In a recent episode of The PDHPE and CAFS Podcast, I s...

Backwards Mapping: The Key to Purposeful and Impactful Teaching

As educators, we have the incredible privilege and responsibility of shaping the minds and futures of our students. However, it's easy to get caught up in the day-to-day grind of lesson planning, content delivery, and assessment, lo...

In the ever-evolving landscape of education, one subject stands out as a beacon of holistic development: PDHPE (Personal Development, Health, and Physical Education). Far from just a box to be ticked, this dynamic curriculum holds the power to shape the lives of students, instilling in them the c...

As an educator, facilitator, leader, coach and mum; my life has been a whirlwind lately. Between my professional responsibilities and personal challenges, it's been a lot to juggle. But through it all, my passion for PDHPE and Community and Family Studies (CAFS) teaching has remained steadfast. 

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As a teacher with over 20 years experience teaching PDHPE and Community and Family Studies, I've learned so much about effective teaching practices. I wanted to share some of the key strategies and insights I've gained to help enhance how you teach Community & Family Studies. While Community & Famil...

As a PDHPE and Community & Family Studies teacher with over 20 years of experience, I've seen students make the same mistakes time and time again in their HSC assessments. Let’s look at the five most common errors and provide strategies to help your learners avoid falling into these traps.

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As a PDHPE, Community and Family Studies and/or Health and Movement Science educator;
I know all too well the demands of our profession. The endless marking, lesson planning and administrative tasks can quickly consume our time and energy, leaving us feeling overwhelmed and burnt out.

In this articl...

 As a PDHPE and Community & Family Studies educator with over two decades of experience, I've witnessed firsthand the evolution of the teaching profession. From the competitive nature of my early days in the classroom to the challenges of resource-sharing and collaboration, the landscape of educatio...

As a PDHPE and Community & Family Studies teacher with over 20 years of experience, I know firsthand the challenges that come with implementing a brand new syllabus. The constant evolution of our curriculum can feel overwhelming, but it also presents an exciting opportunity to refresh our teaching a...

As PDHPE and CAFS educators, we are constantly seeking ways to provide meaningful and impactful feedback to our students. Feedback is a crucial component of the learning process, guiding students towards improvement and empowering them to take ownership of their own progress.

In my experience as a P...

As an experienced PDHPE and Community & Family Studies HSC teacher and marker with over 20 years in the field, I've seen firsthand what separates the high-achieving students from the rest. It's not just about knowing the content - it's about mastering the skills and strategies that allow students to...

As an educator who has experienced burnout, I've spent the past few years reflecting on why so many educators face challenges in teacher wellbeing. In my research for my book (coming soon), I have found parallels in Aboriginal cultural burning practices that provided new insights into teacher burnou...