This Girl Can: Engaging Girls in PE
A professional development course for PE teachers, presented by ConnectedPE. Part of the Inclusive Teaching category.
Girls' participation in physical activity drops dramatically through adolescence — but it doesn't have to.
This session tackles one of PE's most persistent challenges head-on, sharing evidence-based strategies for creating programs that engage, empower, and retain girls in physical education.
What you'll explore: 1. Understanding the barriers — why girls disengage and what research tells us 2. Program design that centres choice, autonomy, and relevance 3. Creating safe, supportive environments that reduce self-consciousness 4. Activity selection beyond traditional sport that resonates with diverse interests 5. Success stories and practical strategies you can implement immediately
Essential viewing for any PE teacher committed to equitable participation.
Topics: Differentiation, Student Motivation, Inclusive, Secondary
What you'll learn — 1 lessons
- This Girl Can: Engaging Girls in PE
Certificate of completion
Finish this course and receive a named certificate — evidence for your professional development hours and teacher registration requirements.
This course is included in ConnectedPE membership — one membership unlocks 150+ PE-specific courses, certificates, and AI planning tools.