Primary School Physical Education Research into Practice

The ability to use research to inform and improve practice is now a requirement of all teachers. Primary School Physical Education presents research evidence about a range of important topics for the primary school teacher of physical education, bringing together a collection of current research data with practical implications. The relevance of research to the teacher is also discussed, including the implications for practice and the ways in which teachers can benefit from access to research evidence. The topics discussed include: policy, practice and prospects for National Curriculum physical education physical education and health promoting primary schools using research to inform curriculum planning safe practice in primary school physical education girls experience of physical education issues related to making physical education genuinely inclusive through considering the needs of Muslim women. Primary School Physical Education illustrates how a wide range of different research approaches can help teachers make sense of their practice or take it forward. It will prove invaluable to practising teachers and students.Williams, Anne is the author of 'Primary School Physical Education Research into Practice' with ISBN 9780750709705 and ISBN 0750709707.