Department of Sports Science and Physical Education

Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy

Objectives

We aim to promote Quality Physical Education (QPE) through quality research and community projects. Our work encompasses the study of teaching and learning, application of information technology in physical education, the design and implementation of school- and family-based interventions, and teacher professional development. Through the application of evidence-based practices, we are determined to cultivate a positive and supportive environment in school and home settings that enhances the physical literacy of individuals at all ages.

Themes

State-of-the-art Methods of Physical Activity Measurement

Mobility Patterns and Fall Mechanisms in Older Adults

Development of accessible tools to measure quality and quantity of movement behaviors
Improving existing research methods for physical activity measurement

School- and Family-based Interventions and Promotion of Home-school Collaboration

Improving instruction of physical education teachers through professional development training
Enhance parents’ physical literacy through parental education workshops

Capturing the Physical Literacy Journey of Individuals across Generations

Examination of 24-hour movement behaviors of preschool-aged children
Study and promotion of physical literacy in children and parents

Key Projects

Fun to Move@JC – promoting physical literacy and enhancing home-school collaboration
Physical Activity Routines, Education, Assessment, Literacy, and Information Technology application in Young children (PA REALITY): A social cognitive theory-based movement education programme for preschool students
Promoting physical activity in children through family-based intervention: The “Active 1+FUN” randomized controlled trial
Increasing students’ involvement and enjoyment in physical activities through fitness infusion and creating an autonomy supportive learning environment

Key Facilities and Equipment