1st Edition

Applying Models-based Practice in Physical Education

By Ashley Casey, David Kirk Copyright 2025
92 Pages 13 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

92 Pages 13 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

92 Pages 13 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

This book is a concise, practical introduction to Models-based Practice (MbP), a transformative approach to physical education and sport pedagogy that uses multiple pedagogical models in the design and delivery of physical education programs. The book introduces the core concepts underpinning the MbP approach – including models such as teaching games for understanding, sport education,... Read more

1. What is Models-based Practice?

What is Models-based Practice?

Terminology

Why Change Traditional Practice in Physical Education?

Why Models-based Practice?

What is a Pedagogical Model?

The Structure of Pedagogical Models: Practice Architectures

Practice Architectures: Sayings, Doings, Relatings

Conclusion

References

 

2. What Pedagogical Models Exist?

Established Pedagogical Models

Sport Education

Teaching Games in Physical Education

Cooperative Learning

Teaching Personal and Social Responsibility

Summary

Emerging Pedagogical Models

Activist Pedagogical Model for Working with Girls

Socially Vulnerable Youth Pedagogical Model

Health-based Physical Education Pedagogical Model

Practicing Pedagogical Model

Spectrum of Teaching Styles

References

 

3. Preparing to Succeed with MbP

Playing the Long Game

The Groundwork

            Learning to Teach and Learning to Learn in New Ways

Building the Foundations

            What are the Practice Architectures in your School/Department?

            The Sequencing of Pedagogical Models in MbP

Conclusion

References

 

4. Working Collectively and Collaboratively: A Little Help from Your Friends

The Importance of Collaboration and Collective Effort when Implementing Models-based Practice in Physical Education

Building a Shared Vision and Understanding of MbP Among Educators

Establishing a Collaborative Culture Within the School of Department

Collaborative Problem-solving and Troubleshooting to Address Challenges and Barriers

Engaging in Professional Learning Communities and Networks to Support Implementation

Involving Students in the Process through Student Voice and Empowerment

Reflecting on Collective Progress and Making Adjustments Based on Feedback and Evidence

Celebrating Successes and Recognizing the Contributions of all Stakeholders in the Implementation of MbP

Conclusion

References

 

5. Making a Case for MbP at School Level

Introduction

Stakeholders

Reconnaissance

The Generation of Evidence

            A Generation of Evidence Example

Conclusion

References

 

6. Conclusion

Introduction

Transformation through MbP

Multiple Pedagogical Models

Embracing Change and Challenges

Collaborative Approach

Advocacy and Evidence-based Practice

An Invitation

References

Biography

Ashley Casey is Professor of Physical Education and Pedagogy at Loughborough University, a National Teaching Fellow and Series Editor of the Routledge Focus on Sport Pedagogy.

David Kirk is Professor of Education at the University of Strathclyde and Editor of the Routledge journal Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy.