EDPE 523 - Teaching Team Handball (Grades 6-12)

The demand for new and different PE activities is growing. Although traditional sports such as basketball, baseball, and football still impart valuable physical skills, PE teachers are looking to explore unique games and activities to enhance their curriculum. Games like handball are the perfect solution to introduce some variety and spark new interest for middle and high school students.

You will begin this course by exploring the history and popularity of handball beginning in the late 19th century through the period of waned interest in the mid-20th century to renewed interest in recent years. You will learn the rules, variations of play, and the equipment and setup required for the game. You’ll also learn strategies for assessing team handball to make sure students are developing skills in the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective domains.

Using the tools and techniques from this course, you’ll be able to successfully introduce the game of handball in your gym as a fun and unique experience for both you and your students.