Making Games Fun and
Maximising Learning
OBJECTIVES
To identify generic principles and
concepts in games
How to adopt a multi-skills
approach in games
Show the importance of
differentiation/disability games
KEY PRINCIPLES OF GAMES
Attacking
Defending
Sending
Receiving
Movement on
Movement off
KEY CONCEPTS OF GAMES
Spacial Awareness
Anticipation
Communication
Footwork
Body Position
A Multi-Skills Approach
The A,B,C’S
Agility Balance Co-ordination Speed
Ready Position
Changing Speed
Counterbalance
Teamwork
Copying/Mirroring
Opposites
Changing Direction
Head Still
Expression
Catch/Throw
Tactics
Using body
Differentiation Tactics
High Quality Planning
Use STEP Process
Stand back and assess
Do not be afraid to change it!
Summary
Focus your games on specific principles or
concepts
Make the practice purposeful
Identify skill strengths and weaknesses
Plan for differentiation
Allow freedom for expression