Applying Models-based Practice in Physical Education [Paperback]

'1. What is Models-based Practice?.? 2. What Pedagogical Models Exist?.? 3. Preparing to Succeed with MbP.? 4. Working Collectively and Collaboratively: A Little Help From Your Friends.? 5. Making a Case for MbP at School Level.? 6. Conclusion.??

This book is a concise, practical introduction to Models-based Practice (MbP), a transformative approach to physical education and sport pedagogy that uses multiple pedagogical models in the design and delivery of physical education programs.

This book is a concise, practical introduction to Models-based Practice (MbP), a transformative approach to physical education and sport pedagogy that uses multiple pedagogical models in the design and delivery of physical education programs.

The book introduces the core concepts underpinning the MbP approach  including models such as teaching games for understanding, sport education, cooperative learning and health-based physical education  and examines its significance for teaching, learning, curriculum and assessment. With an emphasis on evidence-based practice and student learning, and full of practical tips and features to encourage critical thinking, the book explains how to develop successful, flexible and sustainable MbP programs that can deliver real educational and health and well-being benefits for children and young people, in schools or in after-school or community-based settings.

Applying Models-based Practice in Physical Education is intended for current and prospective teachers of physical education who are responsible for organising and enacting programs at all grade levels. It will also be of interest to researchers, students and other sport pedagogy practitioners, such as coaches who are looking for new and innovative ways of working with children and young people.

Ashley Casey is Professor of Physical Education and PelC1