Teaching Physical Education 11-18: Perspectives and Challenges [Paperback]

Tony Macfadyen (Author), Richard Bailey (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0826452701 | ISBN-13: 978-0826452702 | Publication Date: September 18, 2002

The book introduces the central issues in teaching Physical Education in the secondary school. It is divided into four parts; the curriculum, improving teaching, improving learning, and the future. The book contains chapters on all key aspects of provision, including planning, teaching methods, assessment and special educational needs. Also included are chapters on areas that are often neglected, for example the place of the subject within the wider curriculum, the teaching of talented pupils, and subject leadership.>

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About the Author

Tony Macfadyen is Subject Leader for PE and Sport and Course Director for BA Leadership in Sport at the University of Reading, UK. 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.com >

Product Details

• Paperback: 208 pages
• Publisher: Continuum (September 18, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0826452701
• ISBN-13: 978-0826452702
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,417,727 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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