Black's Dictionary of Physical Education and School Sport
Publishing Details
Black's Dictionary of Physical Education and School Sport
By (Author) Gareth Williams
By (author) Sarah Pinder
By (author) Alan Thomson
By (author) Dean Williams
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
A & C Black Publishers Ltd
19th October 2010
United Kingdom
Classifications
Tertiary Education
Non Fiction
Educational: Physical education
Reference works
613.7071
Physical Properties
224
Width 153mm, Height 234mm, Spine 16mm
306g
Description
This dictionary is a key resource for students of Physical Education, School Sport and Sports Science at undergraduate level, facing new concepts and terminology.
Over 100 entries cover all the key topics in this diverse subject area. The A-Z format makes it accessible and essential reading for anyone planning a career in teaching PE. Each entry is 300-500 words and includes practical teaching ideas and tips and further reading suggestions.
All the theoretical concepts of social, political, economic and cultural influences are covered and the dictionary includes updates on recent key issues in Physical Education, including material on gifted and talented teaching, and junior athletic education.
Author Bio
The authors are lecturers in the Department of Sport and Physical Activity at Edge Hill University in Lancashire.
