This book is tailored for those navigating the diverse landscapes of doctoral work in physical and health education. Delve into the doctoral journey as our expert authors unveil the challenges unique to the realm of physical and health education. From research methodologies to innovative pedagogical approaches, the authors offer insights into overcoming obstacles and thriving in the academic arena. Immerse yourself in the narratives of seasoned scholars who have walked the same path. Their stories of resilience, breakthroughs, and personal growth serve as sources of inspiration, providing you with practical advice and mentorship toward your academic pursuits.
Contributors are: Daniel W. Balderson, Joe Barrett, Stephen Berg, Heidi Jancer Ferreira, Colin G. Pennington, Simon Schaerz, Eishin Teraoka and William Walters.
Stephen Berg, Ph.D. (2009), University of Alberta, is Associate Professor at the University of British Columbiaâs Okanagan campus. He has published articles, book chapters and textbooks related to physical education, health and early learning.
Series Editorâs Foreword: The Doctoral Journey in Education
âBrent Bradford
Acknowledgements
Contributorsâ Quotes
Notes on Contributors
Introduction: Taking That First Step
âStephen Berg
PART 1: Doctoral Consideration and Guidance from the PHE Field
1 Storying My PHETE Journey: In Pursuit of Possibilities beyond Established Practice on the Margins
âJoe Barrett
2 The Doctoral Journey: A Supervisorâs Perspective
âDaniel W. Balderson
PART 2: Journeys Revealed
3 My Doctoral Journey: The Places, Bang-Ups, and Hang-Ups
âSimon Schaerz
4 Crossing Boundaries: A Brazilian Teacherâs Experience of Earning a Doctorate and Becoming a Teacher-as-Researcher
âHeidi Jancer Ferreira
5 The Doctoral Journey in Scotland: Perspectives from a Japanese Student
âEishin Teraoka
6 New Beginnings: From Practice to Theory
âWilliam Walters
PART 3: Final Thoughts
Final Thoughts
Afterword
âColin G. Pennington
Index
This book will be of value to institutions offering social science (in particular physical education and health education) postgraduate and doctoral courses, enrolled and prospective doctoral students and supervisors, university graduate schools.