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1. Why embodied learning can help bridge the gap in schools and classrooms Effectively engaging with and supporting the development of disadvantaged students

3. Snowman et al (2009) “socioeconomic status”

4. May include factors such as

5. learning difficulties,

6. English as a second language,

7. ethnicity,

8. cultural background,

9. family structure,

10. geographic locationSnowman, J., Dobozy, E., Scevak, J., Bryer, F., Bartlett, B. & Biehler, R. (2009) Psychology applied to teaching, Milton, Qld: John Wiley & Sons Australia Tinning, R., McCuaig, L. & Hunter, L. (2006) Teaching Health & Physical Education in Australian Schools, Pearson Education Australia.

12. Experiential

13. Practical

14. Hands on

15. Physical

16. Activates cognitive, affective and somatic dimensions

17. Social, collaborative and group focused

19. Embodied learning through HPE

20. Embodied learning through HPE The Clontarf Football Academy

22. Many students re-enter education after prolonged absences

23. Year on year retention at school – not less than 90% (well above state averages)

24. Enhanced self-esteem and self awareness

26. Reduced cases of criminal re-offending

27. Improved academic results (basic literacy and numeracy through to high school graduation)

28. A greater understanding of, and access to, the employment opportunities available to them

30. Embodied learning the arts Wake up your hand

31. Embodied learning the arts Video: Museum of the Riverina, Wagga Wagga http://www.wagga.nsw.gov.au/museum ,“The Day We Made Rain – Embracing Diversity by Working Together” Museum Theatre Program. http://www.vimeo.com/12909463museumwagga.wordpress.com

33. have a better understanding of what embodied learning is

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