Targeting Professional Development for Beginning Physical Education Teachers

Abstract

This article discusses the professional development needs of beginning physical education teachers based on data extracted from the 2011–2012 Schools and Staffing Survey. The authors identified ways to enhance professional development in a manner that addresses the specific needs of both newly hired and veteran physical education teachers. They also provided recommendations related to advocating for professional development opportunities specific to the needs of physical education teachers. Overall, this article features professional development opportunities designed to enhance the knowledge and skills needed to become a more skillful physical education teacher.

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Catherine E. Cardina

Catherine E. Cardina ([email protected]) is an associate professor in the Department of Health, Nutrition, and Dietetics at Buffalo State, State University of New York, in Buffalo, NY. Alisa R. James is a professor in the Department of Kinesiology, Sport Studies, and Physical Education at the College at Brockport, State University of New York, in Brockport, NY.