181 Teaching Games for Understanding: A Focus on Modified Games

Wednesday, April 24, 2013: 10:30 AM-11:45 AM
Convention Center: 217BC
Speakers: Heidi R. Bohler, Westfield State University, Westfield, MA; Ann Marie Gallo, Salem State University, Salem, MA; and Deborah A. Sheehy, Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, MA
This activity session is designed for physical educators interested in learning how to broaden their knowledge base of the Teaching Games for Understanding Model. Participants will learn how to create and apply representation, exaggeration, and adaptation game forms. These game forms provide an access point for all students, specifically girls, to engage in problem solving to develop game understanding related to specific tactical problems in the net/wall games classification category.
Handouts
  • Bohler TGfU NGWS 4.23.13.pdf (1.5 MB)