Nurturing Intrinsic Motivation in Primary PE
A professional development course for PE teachers, presented by Ryan Ellis. Part of the Professional Growth category.
Ryan Ellis explores practical approaches to fostering intrinsic motivation in primary and elementary PE students. Move beyond external rewards and discover how to create an environment where young learners are genuinely excited to participate, take risks, and challenge themselves. This session covers autonomy, competence, and relatedness — the three pillars of self-determination theory applied to PE contexts.
Topics: Student Motivation, Primary, Student-Centred
What you'll learn — 1 lessons
- Nurturing Intrinsic Motivation in Primary PE
Certificate of completion
Finish this course and receive a named certificate — evidence for your professional development hours and teacher registration requirements.
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