Developing Inclusive Physical Education Programs in the 21st Century
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Organization: North Carolina State University
Developing Inclusive Physical Education Programs in the 21st Century will examine the diverse functions of PE in promoting social justice, inclusivity, and active participation. Postgraduate researchers, early career academics, graduate students, and educators dedicated to enhancing diversity, inclusivity, and engagement in physical education teaching and learning are invited to submit abstracts for review.
This undergraduate textbook published in Routledge presents a transformative perspective on physical education (PE) for the 21st century, prioritizing the development of inclusive, engaging, and socially equitable programs that respond to the changing demographics of students and the expectations of society. The text seeks to fulfill the demand for PE curricula attuned to the complexities of race, gender, ability, and social equity, providing actionable strategies for designing vibrant PE that champions diversity, inclusivity, and the overall well-being of all learners. This textbook aspires to empower educators to cultivate environments where every student can succeed by incorporating critical pedagogical frameworks and addressing protected characteristics within PE.
Below is a summary of the chapters included in the textbook. Chapter contributors may select a topic below that may be of interest:
Part I: Overview of Physical Education Programs
-History and Foundations of Physical Education (PE)
-Structuring PE Programs
-The Role of Physical Educators in the 21st Century
Part II: Social Justice in Physical Education
-Teaching Diverse Perspectives Through PE
-Racial Equity in PE: Critical Race Theory and Practice
-Exploring Social Inequities in PE Programs
Part III: Inclusive Practices in Physical Education
-Differentiation and Inclusion: Age-Appropriate and Adaptive PE
-Gender Equality in PE Programs
-Examining Sexual Orientation in PE Programs
-Instructing Direct Language During Teaching Pedagogy
Part IV: Accessibility and Well-being in Physical Education
-Equal Access and Opportunity in PE
-Providing Essential PE Resources
-Equitable Sport and Recreation After-School Programming
-Health and Wellness Through PE: A Holistic Approach
-Providing Well-being Outcomes Through PE Programs
Part V: Implementation and Best Practices
-Designing and Implementing Inclusive PE Programs
-Evaluating and Improving Inclusive PE Practices
Note to Potential Contributors:
The outline intentionally does not include a standalone chapter on grade-level specific PE programs; instead, authors are encouraged to incorporate grade-level appropriate strategies, examples, and considerations within their chapters where relevant.
To ensure consistency across chapters, make sure that your chapter does the following:
1. Use consistent terminology for grade levels (Elementary K-5, Middle School 6-8, High School 9-12, Higher Education if applicable)
2. Include at least one grade-specific example or case study in chapter
3. Use subheadings to highlight grade-level considerations where relevant
Important Dates/Timeline:
-100-200 Word abstract submission by Friday, November 29th, 2024 (Please include your name, affiliation, email address, title of chapter, short biography, (100 words), ORCID (if available). The abstract must be in APA 7th Edition.
-Contributing authors accepted abstracts will be notified via email by Friday, January 3rd, 2025
-If the chapter abstract is accepted, contributing authors will be tasked to complete their full chapter by Tuesday, April 1st, 2025. Full chapters will include 6000-6500 words (inclusive of bibliography and references). The chapter must be in APA 7th Edition (inclusive of *Permissions, 100 word-Bio, etc.).
-Full Book Submission October 1, 2025
-Published First/Second Quarter 2026
*Permissions for images and other third-party materials (illustrations (line figures and/or black and white photographs) must be procured by the contributing author(s). Proof of permissions must be submitted with Chapter Drafts. Please note that contributing authors are responsible for clearing permission, and paying permission fees, for any third-party material they wish to include in their chapters.
For any questions, please contact Micah J. Dobson (mpdobson@ncsu.edu)
Micah Dobson, Ph.D.
