Welcome to the latest episode of PDHPE Pulse – the official video podcast of the PDHPE Teachers’ Association!
In this episode, host Andre De-Villiers sits down with Dr Sonja Maric, Associate Lecturer of PDHPE at Macquarie University and education consultant, to explore the evolving landscape of physical education and teacher development.
With over a decade of classroom experience, Sonja brings a wealth of practical and academic insight. She shares her journey from school teaching to higher education, discussing her Masters research on social cohesion, and the critical role of student-teacher relationships in fostering engagement and wellbeing.
Sonja and Andre also unpack key issues in modern PE teaching — from avoiding the misuse of exercise as punishment to preparing the next generation of educators for the realities of today’s classrooms.
This conversation is a must-listen for teachers and education professionals who want to strengthen their rapport with students, understand the “hidden curriculum” of social skills, and reflect on the lasting impact of meaningful teaching.
🎙️ Watch now to gain valuable perspectives on the heart and purpose of PDHPE education.
