Physical Education for Learning: A Guide for Secondary Schools

by Richard Bailey (Editor)

Overview

Essential reading for those studying Physical Education at secondary level.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781441187710
Publisher:	Bloomsbury Academic
Publication date:	04/04/2010
Pages:	288
Product dimensions:	7.60(w) x 9.70(h) x 1.10(d)

About the Author

Richard Bailey is a writer and theorist on education and sport. A former teacher in both primary and secondary schools and a teacher trainer, he has been Professor at Canterbury Christ Church University, UK, University of Roehampton, UK, and, most recently, University of Birmingham, UK. He has written more than 100 publications, including books, academic and professional articles and journalism. Visit Richard's blog at: http: //talkingeducationandsport.blogspot.co

Table of Contents

The EditorThe ContributorsPrefaceForeword by Margaret TalbotPart I: Thinking About Physical Education1. Becoming a Teacher (Lorraine Cale)2. The Practice of Physical Education and the Social Construction of Aims (David Kirk)3. Health-Related Physcial Education (Jo Harris)4. Career-Long Professional Learning for the Professional Physical Education Teacher (Kathy Armour, Kyriaki Makopoulou, Fiona Chambers and Rebecca Duncombe)5. Teaching as Professional Inquiry (Mary O'Sullivan, Deborah Tannehill and Carmel Hinchion)Part II. Teaching for Learning6. Planning for Learning (Tony Macfadyen)7. Teaching Approaches (Andy Wild and Suzanne Everley)8. Assessment for Learning (Andrew Frapwell)9. Models of Pedagogy (Gary Kinchin)10. Using ICT to Enhance Learning in Physical Education (Graham Parton and Matthew Light)11. Teaching for Examination (Jon Spence)12. Working with Partners (Lesley Phillpots)13. Health and Safety for Learning (Peter Whitlam)Part III. Learners and Learning14. Theories of Learning (Rebecca J. Lloyd, Enrique Garcia Bengoechea, Stephen J Smith)15. Inclusive Teaching and Learning (Philip Vickerman)16. Supporting Talented Students in Physical Education (Richard Bailey and David Moreley)17. Listening to Pupils' Voices (Ann Macphail)Useful ResourcesAppendicesA. An Educational Timeline and AutobiographyB. Collage WorkC: Guided Peer Reviews of TeachingD. Community MappingE. Student ShadowF. Teaching Portfolio AssignmentG. Real-World Case StudiesIndex

Editorial Reviews

Rich with theoretical and practical features, this edited textbook is essential reading for those studying or teaching PE at secondary level. Physical Education for Learning provides an up-to-date, authoritative and accessible presentation of the knowledge and skills necessary to be an effective teacher of secondary physical education.

'Using expertise within physical education across the world and focusing on research-based literature, this book offers a comprehensive overview of issues affecting the delivery of physical education within secondary schools. The text is informative, encouraging reflection and further enquiry.' Â Julia Lawrence, Senior Lecturer in Physical Education, Carnegie Faculty of Sport and Education Leeds Metropolitan University, UK

'A commanding and authoritative text. Richard Bailey has pulled together an international group of experts to provide multiple perspectives on physical education. Essential reading for physical educators and researchers alike.' Nick Holt, Associate Professor in the Faculty of Physical Education and Recreation, University of Alberta, Canada

'This book captures the complexity of the learning process in physical education. With contributions from respected authors and physical educators, it is a must for students and a welcome addition to the shelves of physical education departments throughout the country.' Mike Jess, Director, Developmental Physical Education Group, University of Edinburgh, UK

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