Professional Development in Physical Education: University and K–12 Partnerships

Abstract

In this article the author explores the development of PD relationships through her own experience with a focus on school-university partnerships. Advocating for these professional relationships opens the door for sustainable collaboration, quality continuing education and mutual respect.

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Readers are encouraged to send “Advocacy in Action” submissions to column editor K. Andrew R. Richards at [email protected].

The purpose of the Strategies column “Advocacy in Action” is to provide tangible, real-world examples of grassroots and national-level advocacy activities taking place in the fields of physical education, health education and physical activity. Submissions should be written in a conversational, practical tone. Columns should be 1,000–1,300 words, or roughly four typed, double-spaced pages.

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Ashley Phelps

Ashley Phelps ([email protected]) is a doctoral student in the Curriculum and Instruction Department at the University of Texas at Austin in Austin, TX.