Exercise & sport science as a rigorous science education

A guide for teachers of the discipline

This report presents high-level reflections on the Exercise & Sport Science programme, those who teach it; and the overall capacity to deliver a rigorous science education. It also includes a gap-analysis and explores how the gaps can be closed.

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Exercise & sport science as a rigorous science education: A guide for teachers of the discipline (PDF, 500Kb)

Background:

A project completed in 2010, undertaken by Massey University, to guide tertiary teachers of Exercise & Sport Science in ways that could improve the rigour of Exercise & Sport Science as a scientific discipline and lead to better learning outcomes for undergraduates.

Research report prepared by Jonathan Hughes and Helen Hughes.

Co-funded by the Ako Aotearoa Regional Hub Project Fund (RHPF)