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Physically Active Learning in the Early Years


Course includes:

14 Units
57 Expert-led tutorial videos
18 Practical demonstration videos
15 Learning Hours
41 Resources and Supporting Documents
A Certificate upon completion
Course Accessible on ANY device
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“This course has given me a great range of fun, interactive activities that support children’s development while keeping them engaged and active. I particularly liked learning how simple movements and minimal equipment can still provide plenty of challenge; you don’t need lots of equipment to create an enjoyable and effective session. It has also encouraged me to be more creative with the equipment I do use and explore the many different ways each piece can support learning. I’ve gained valuable ideas, techniques and strategies that I can put into practice straight away and that will positively influence the way I plan and deliver activities.”

“I’ve gained lots of practical ideas that I can introduce straight away, particularly using stories, music, action rhymes and attention activities to encourage movement. I now have a better understanding of how these activities can support children not only physically, but socially and academically, including their language and processing skills. It has also encouraged me to reflect more on my own practice and be more intentional when planning lessons. I’ve gained valuable techniques and strategies that will have a significant impact on my practice and professional development.”

Course Outline

  1. Module 1

    1. Module 1: What will you need to complete this course?

    1. Module 1: Unit 1: Introduction/Course Aims

      1. Module 1: Unit 1: Introduction/Course Aims

    2. Module 1: Unit 2: Movement Matters

      1. Module 1: Unit 2.1: In the beginning there was movement...let's find out more?
      2. Module 1: Unit 2.2: What constitutes a healthy childhood?
      3. Module 1: Unit 2.3: What is Containerisation?
      4. Module 1: Unit 2.4: The statutory and non-statutory guidance and EIF
      5. Module 1: Unit 2.5: What impediments are impacting on young children's physcial activity and obesity levels?

    3. Module 1: Unit 3: What does Learning Look Like?

      1. Module 1: Unit 3.1: Provocations
      2. Module 1: Unit 3.2: Sustainability
      3. Module 1: Unit 3.3: Salutogenisis
      4. Module 1: Unit 3.4: Early influences
      5. Module 1: Unit 3.5: Movement Theories
      6. Module 1: Unit 3.6: Outdoor/Indoor Play
      7. Module 1: Unit 3.7: Has learning changed?
      8. Module 1: Unit 3.8: Consider the impact of physical stimulation on stages of development.

  2. Module 2: Movement is our first language

    1. Module 2: Unit 4: Physical Development, Physical Activity, Physical Education and Physical Literacy, what is the difference?

      1. Module 2: Unit 4.1: Physical Development, Physical Activity and Physical Education
      2. Module 2: Unit 4.2: Physical Literacy
      3. Module 2: Unit 4.3: How relevant are they to your practice?
      4. Module 2: Unit 4.4: Inclusive practice
      5. Activity - Fortune Teller
      6. Activity - Bubble Wrap
      7. Activity - Hoop Circle

    2. Module 2: Unit 5: Developmentally Appropriate Practice

      1. Module 2: Unit 5.1: Developmentally Appropriate Practice
      2. Module 2: Unit 5.2: Structured or Unstructured play?
      3. Module 2: Unit 5.3: Early Inspection Framework for Physical Development and Physical Activity
      4. Module 2: Unit 5.4: PE programmes -HIIT – Popular PE programmes
      5. Module 2: Unit 5.5: Continuous provision
      6. Activity - Tape Balance
      7. Activity - Walk around the room
      8. Activity - Dinosaur

    3. Module 2: Unit 6: Teaching Strategies to improve engagement

      1. Module 2: Unit 6.1: Time Lapse study
      2. Module 2: Unit 6.2: Family Play Questionnaire
      3. Module 2: Unit 6:3: Modelling
      4. Module 2: Unit 6.4: Physical activity initiatives
      5. Module 2: Unit 6.5: Circle Time – music and movement
      6. Module 2: Unit 6.6 Stimuli, stimuli, stimuli - multi-motor sensory resources
      7. Module 2: Unit 6.7: Behaviour
      8. Activity - Mirror Mime
      9. Activity - Chalk Emotions

    4. Module 2: Unit 7: Midline development and Somatic learning approaches

      1. Module 2: Unit 7.1 & Unit 7.2: Midline Development
      2. Module 2: Unit 7.3: Somatic learning approaches
      3. Module 2: Unit 7.4: Motor Sensory Integration
      4. Activity - Animals

    5. Module 2: Unit 8: Hand Dominance and Laterality – writing implications

      1. Module 2: Unit 8.1: Dominance
      2. Module 2: Unit 8.2: Writing and Mark writing
      3. Activity - Bean Bag Balance

  3. Module 3: Areas of learning and development

    1. Module 3: Unit 9: Using innovative approaches to teach young children

      1. Module 3: Unit 9.1: Prime for a reason
      2. Module 3: Unit 9.2: Maths Movers
      3. Module 3: Unit 9.3: Storytelling
      4. Module 3: Unit 9.4: Reading acquisition
      5. Module 3: Unit 9.5: Developing language
      6. Activity - Pirate Dance
      7. Activity - Circus

    2. Module 3: Unit 10: The power of music

      1. Module 3: Unit 10.1: The Power of Music
      2. Module 3: Unit 10.2: Rhythmic Entrainment and Rhythm
      3. Module 3: Unit 10.3: Musicality
      4. Activity - Syllabology

    3. Module 3: Unit 11: Exploring the 8 senses

      1. Module 3: Unit 11.1: Taste, touch, smell, sight, sound, vestibular, proprioceptive
      2. Module 3: Unit 11.2: Enabling Environment
      3. Module 3: Unit 11.3: Sedentary Behaviour
      4. Module 3: Unit 11.4: The Upper Body
      5. Module 3: Unit 11.5: Interoception

    4. Module 3: Unit 12: Physical Well-Being

      1. Module 3: Unit 12.1: Educator Well-Being
      2. Module 3: Unit 12.2: Early Childhood Well-Being
      3. Module 3: Unit 12.3: Families – A Healthy Childhood

    5. Module 3: Unit 13: The best way forward - a Canopy Movement Experience

      1. Module 3: Unit 13.1: How to provide a canopy movement experience in early childhood
      2. Module 3: Unit 13.2: Physical Well-Being

    6. Module 3 Unit 14: Planning, Preparation and Delivery

      1. Module 3: Unit 14.1: Applying creativity to your lessons
      2. Module 3: Unit 14.2: Technical aspects and safety
      3. Module 3: Unit 14.3: Cohesion
      4. Module 3: Unit 14.4: Neuroplasticity - research
      5. Module 3: Unit 14.5: Reflective Practice
      6. Reflect on your Learning from the Physically Active Learning in the Early Years