Episode 27: Meaningful Physical Education A-Z Health and PE Presented by NYS AHPERD

In this episode, we discuss the Meaningful Physical Education Framework with one of its main contributors–Dr. Douglas Gleddie who joins us from the great white North and the province of Alberta for today’s show.   Dr. Doug Gleddie is a Professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of Alberta. He teaches physical education curriculum and pedagogy to undergraduate students. He also teaches graduate courses in health and physical education, reflective practice, physical literacy and research methods. Dr. Gleddie’s research foci include: narratives of physical education; school sport; physical literacy praxis; meaningful physical education and; teacher education. Dr. Gleddie has a number of publications including peer reviewed journal articles, books and also writes a blog. You can also connect with Dr. Gleddie directly on Twitter @doug_gleddieAlong with Doug’s impressive publication record, are his efforts with the Learning about Meaningful Physical Education Blog–LAMPE for short.  This is among the Health and PE profession’s most popular resources, not only in the U.S., but around the world.