Interdisciplinary Elementary Physical Education-2nd Edition

Cone, Theresa Purcell, Werner, Peter, Cone, Stephen

ISBN 10: 0736072152 / ISBN 13: 9780736072151

Published by Human Kinetics, 2008

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Synopsis:

This new edition guides the reader in integrating the content of language, arts, mathematics, science and social studies with the content of physical education through active learning experiences. This book provides 24 learning experiences in the five academic areas, 193 additional ideas for developing those learning experiences and 37 new, ongoing strategies for teaching physical education through cross-curricular methods.In part I, the reader will learn about the theoretical need for and benefits of interdisciplinary teaching and learning. The authors identify models for planning and implementing interdisciplinary experiences and provide ideas for getting started, building a support network and assessing learning. In part II, the authors describe sample learning experiences in each of the five academic disciplines and offer ideas for developing additional learning experiences. This book will give students a wealth of knowledge while they're being active. They'll have fun while they conjugate, calculate, investigate, explore, dance and move across the curriculum.

About the Author: Theresa Purcell Cone, PhD, is an assistant professor in the department of health and exercise science at Rowan University in Glassboro, New Jersey. A co-author of the first edition of this book, she is a past president of the National Dance Association and has held numerous leadership roles in physical education. Stephen L. Cone, PhD, is a professor in the department of health and exercise science at Rowan University. He co-authored the first edition of this book with his wife and has served as AAHPERD president. Peter Werner, PED, is a distinguished professor emeritus at the University of South Carolina. His doctorate includes a specialisation in physical education for children with a minor in elementary education.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Interdisciplinary Elementary Physical ...
Publisher: Human Kinetics
Publication Date: 2008
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Very Good
Edition: 2nd Edition