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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
As an educator of over 20+ years, I've seen firsthand the challenges the profession faces and how these challenges can impact wellbeing and retention. Through both positive and negative experiences, I've identified four practical steps that schools can take to help teachers not just survive, but...
Teaching has always been my passion and calling, but after experiencing burnout, I knew I had to find a way to help other educators protect their wellbeing. As someone who felt replaced and stressed in the system, I left the classroom because at the time I had no strategies to prevent me from...
As a busy PDHPE and Community and Family Studies (CAFS) educator, I know all too well the struggle to stay focused amid the never-ending demands on your time and energy. Between lesson planning, parent meetings, and extracurricular activities, it feels like the to-do list is never fully checked...
1. Relationships are key.
You can be the most amazing teacher in the world, but if you can't connect with your Community & Family Studies students they won't work WITH and FOR you. This looks like connecting with them in terms of what they enjoy, what they do on the weekend, what...
In the dynamic landscape of high school education, PDHPE teachers play a crucial role not only in imparting knowledge but also in shaping students' confidence and self-esteem. Understanding the importance of self-esteem in academic success and personal development, Angela Nicole is the founder of...
Teaching Groups in Context poses unique challenges for Community and Family Studies teachers, requiring careful planning and execution to ensure comprehensive coverage of the curriculum. In this article, we explore practical strategies to streamline group teaching, empowering educators to...
Hands-on learning experiences can bring subjects to life for students in powerful ways. For the Community and Family Studies course, excursions and incursions provide opportunities to directly engage with topics and deepen understanding of real-world applications. Here are 6 ideas shared by our...
