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The value of fostering physical literacy

  • Margaret Whitehead
    ,
  • Elizabeth Jayne Durden-Myers
    ,
  • Niek Pot
  • Windesheim University of Applied Sciences
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Abstract

This article considers the value of physical literacy. Unequivocal support for aspects of the concept can be found in philosophy, neuroscience, social justice, the nature of human development, psychology, and sociocultural studies. These areas of support will be outlined and then related to the practical value of physical literacy in the school context. This article will close with a discussion centered on claims that physical literacy is an end in itself rather than predominantly ameans to other ends. It is the aim of this article to communicate the unique value of fostering physical literacy within the school context, including the support and relationship to other interrelated disciplines.

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Research Output:
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Article
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Original language

English

Pages from-to (Number of pages)

Pages 252-261

Journal (Volume, Issue Number)

Journal of Teaching in Physical Education (Volume 37, Issue 3)

Publication milestones

  • Published - 31/12/2018

Publication status

Published - 31/12/2018

ISSN

0273-5024

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  • handle.net: 10547/624319
  • Scopus: 85052072634

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