Problem-Based and Experiential Learning: Engaging Students in an Undergraduate Physical Education Module
Bethell, Sally, Morgan, Kevin, Journal of Hospitality, Leisure, Sports and Tourism Education
Abstract
The aim of this study was to employ a combined problem-based learning (PBL) and experiential learning theory (ELT) methodology as a means of engaging students on an undergraduate physical education (PE) and sport pedagogy module. Focus groups were conducted to investigate the students' and tutors' responses to the teaching approach. The results indicated that the method of teaching was associated with students feeling confident about their critical knowledge and understanding of contemporary issue in PE, their presentation and discussion skills, and a positive engagement with the module. Overall the approach was highly beneficial to the student learning …
The rest of this article is only available to active members of Questia
Sign up now for a free, 1-day trial and receive full access to:
- Questia's entire collection
- Automatic bibliography creation
- More helpful research tools like notes, citations, and highlights
- Ad-free environment
Already a member? Log in now.
Questia, a part of Gale, Cengage Learning. www.questia.com
Publication information:
Article title: Problem-Based and Experiential Learning: Engaging Students in an Undergraduate Physical Education Module.
Contributors: Bethell, Sally - Author, Morgan, Kevin - Author.
Journal title: Journal of Hospitality, Leisure, Sports and Tourism Education.
Volume: 10.
Issue: 1
Publication date: April 2011.
Page number: 128+.
© OXFORD BROOKES UNIVERSITY Apr 2010.
Provided by ProQuest LLC. All Rights Reserved.
This material is protected by copyright and, with the exception of fair use, may not be further copied, distributed or transmitted in any form or by any means.
One moment ...
- Georgia
- Arial
- Times New Roman
- Verdana
- Courier/monospaced
Reset