Introduction to Teaching Physical Education delves into the theoretical, practical and inspirational aspects of teaching physical education. If offers the ideal starting point for undergraduates to learn about the field and get excited about teaching. Students are able to explore the field's history, purpose and concepts as well as learn teaching skills and their responsibilities as teachers. They will also learn about teaching duties, motivation and behaviour management strategies, assessments, lesson planning, technology and online resources and careers in the field. The text has been updated to reflect the significant changes that have occurred in the field over the past few years. Updates to this new edition include content on student engagement, material on technology and expert teaching tips.
Introduction to Teaching Physical Education will help students gain the knowledge and skills needed to pursue their entry into the teaching profession, providing them with a springboard to advance in their coursework. This complete but concise text supplies the perfect introduction to the physical education field, covering the essentials in an engaging and informative way as students learn to apply the principles of teaching physical education.