Class management denotes the ability of the Early Learning-Kindergarten team to organize the elements of the learning environment and to maintain the appropriate behaviour of children. Health and physical activity is taught in a variety of settings (such as gymnasiums, outdoors, hallways, classrooms...
The Teaching Games for Understanding (TGfU) approach was developed by researchers at Loughborough University in England to tap into children’s inherent desire to play. Bunker and Thorpe (1982) developed TGfU around the concept of teaching kids games by playing games . Butler et al. (2008) identified...
A Quick Guide to Pronouns (Available in English) Author: Canadian Centre for Gender and Sexual Diversity (CCGSD) Audience (Grade): Teachers (Elementary, Secondary), Administrators (Elementary, Secondary) Topic: What are gender pronouns, How to use the right pronouns, Using the wrong pronouns...
For over two decades, educators and student leaders across Ontario have used Raise the Bar resources for support in developing intramurals tailored to the unique needs of their school community; and it is our pleasure to share this Ophea platform with Steve Friesen, Raise the Bar Founder and...
On October 18, 2022, Ophea hosted a panel discussion webinar to address some of the common themes educators face when teaching students with disabilities. Ophea’s new resource Disability-Centred Movement: Supporting Inclusive Physical Education was launching just a few days later, and the webinar...
It’s our pleasure to share the Ophea platform with Andrea Haefele and Laura Seckington, the founders of Play Beyond The Label . Play Beyond The Label is a movement focused not only on building knowledge and skills, but also on creating a sense of belonging as well as opportunities to experience the...
2SLGBTQIA+: An acronym that encompasses Two-Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual, and additional sexual orientations and gender identities (Source: Ontario Human Rights Commission ) Ally: An individual or organization with values similar to yours, who will work...
Adopting inclusive approaches when planning and implementing intramural programs supports a welcoming environment that encourages meaningful participation for students of all abilities, skill levels, identities, and backgrounds. By thoughtfully selecting and customizing approaches to meet varied...
