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

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.

1. Thinking about Physical Education in the Secondary School2. Promoting positive Learning3. Planning for Effective Learning4. The Effective Use of Teaching Styles5. Assessing Learning and Achievement6. Examinations in Physical Education 7. Special Educational Needs and Differentiation 8. Talented Pupils in Physical Education 9. Safe Learning in Physical Education 10. Leadership in Physical Education