Description
Book SynopsisThis textbook brings research-based instructional methods to the teaching and learning of physical activity and physical education.
Contributors highlight research-driven pedagogies around sport activities, beginning with current students considerations and expanding to timely topics affecting instruction. Each chapter follows a clear and accessible structure, beginning with questions posed to the reader to contextualize the chapter and practical applications of the research presented. Chapters provide clear introductions to the research topic, discuss the benefits and challenges of implementing the research concepts into teaching practice, and suggest activities that apply the concepts learned. Content is applicable across community and school-based contexts, suggesting research-based practices that can provide a helpful recommendation to improve student experience wherever physical education curriculum is presented.
Ideal for pre-service teachers in physical education, teacher education and general physical education programs, and coaches this book provides a user-friendly introduction to evidence-based physical education teaching practices that can be incorporated into existing methods of teaching sport.
