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Call for Chapters: Global Innovations in Physical Education and Health

Introduction

Inter-governmental agencies such as the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and the World Health Organization (WHO) have advocated to regularly review the situation of physical education (PE) worldwide. This call emphasizes the need for global cooperation to improve PE due to its crucial role in fostering academic achievement, well-being, and the overall health of the population. Improved PE can also play a significant role in addressing global health issues such as obesity, mental health disorders, and chronic diseases. High-quality PE programs are also essential for instilling lifelong habits of physical activity, encouraging social interaction, and developing skills like teamwork and leadership. Unfortunately, there is a notable gap in comprehensive, comparative research that evaluates the effectiveness of PE programs and strategies across different countries. Despite the global emphasis on the importance of PE, there is insufficient understanding of how various nations implement these programs and the outcomes of these implementations. This includes a lack of data on the influence of cultural, socio-economic, and policy variations on the effectiveness of PE programs. Furthermore, the integration of health education within PE curricula and its impact on students' overall health literacy and behaviors remains underexplored. This research gap underscores the necessity for a thorough investigation and documentation, which is the impetus behind the creation of this book.

Objective

The Global Innovations in Physical Education and Health book offers an extensive exploration of diverse teaching strategies and innovative methods from around the globe. This book serves as a crucial resource in guiding the development of more effective, inclusive, and culturally aware health and PE programs. It sets the foundation for actionable teaching and learning models that not only promote physical well-being but also foster social interaction, teamwork, and leadership skills. Each chapter explores the unique aspects of health and PE practices in various educational and cultural contexts. The coverage includes insights into how different countries approach PE, the integration of health education within these programs, and their impact on student health and academic achievement. This book stands out as a comprehensive guide and an essential resource for a broad spectrum of stakeholders in the educational and health sectors. It is especially valuable for policymakers, educators, researchers, administrators, and health professionals who are committed to enhancing the quality and inclusivity of health and PE worldwide.

Target Audience

This book caters to a diverse audience within the educational and health sectors. Its primary audience consists of policymakers, educators, researchers, and administrators. Policymakers will find the book useful in shaping policies related to physical education and health by offering insights into various global approaches. Educators can benefit from the book's diverse teaching strategies and innovative methods, which can guide the development of effective, inclusive, and culturally aware programs. Researchers will appreciate the comprehensive data and comparative analysis provided, addressing the research gap in the effectiveness of PE programs across different countries. Administrators can use the book's information to make informed decisions about curriculum development and program improvement. Additionally, health professionals and advocates for inclusive education will find valuable information on the link between physical education, health outcomes, and social skills development. Lastly, international organizations can reference the book to promote global cooperation in enhancing PE and health education. Overall, this book serves as an essential resource for stakeholders committed to improving the quality and inclusivity of health and PE programs worldwide.

Submission Procedure

Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit on or before March 10, 2024, a chapter proposal of 1,000 to 2,000 words clearly explaining the mission and concerns of his or her proposed chapter. Authors will be notified by March 24, 2024 about the status of their proposals and sent chapter guidelines.Full chapters are expected to be submitted by June 23, 2024, and all interested authors must consult the guidelines for manuscript submissions at https://www.igi-global.com/publish/contributor-resources/before-you-write/ prior to submission. All submitted chapters will be reviewed on a double-blind review basis. Contributors may also be requested to serve as reviewers for this project.

All proposals should be submitted through the eEditorial Discovery® online submission manager of IGI Global.

There are no submission or acceptance fees for manuscripts submitted to this book publication. All manuscripts are accepted based on a double-blind peer-review editorial process.

Publisher

This book is scheduled to be published by IGI Global (formerly Idea Group Inc.), an international academic publisher of the "Information Science Reference" (formerly Idea Group Reference), "Medical Information Science Reference," "Business Science Reference," and "Engineering Science Reference" imprints. IGI Global specializes in publishing reference books, scholarly journals, and electronic databases featuring academic research on a variety of innovative topic areas including, but not limited to, education, social science, medicine and healthcare, business and management, information science and technology, engineering, public administration, library and information science, media and communication studies, and environmental science. For additional information regarding the publisher, please visit https://www.igi-global.com. This publication is anticipated to be released in 2024.

Important Dates

March 10, 2024: Proposal Submission Deadline
March 24, 2024: Notification of Acceptance
June 23, 2024: Full Chapter Submission
August 25, 2024: Review Results Returned
October 6, 2024: Final Acceptance Notification
October 20, 2024: Final Chapter Submission

Editor

Dr. Manuel B. Garcia FEU Institute of Technology, Philippines mbgarcia@feutech.edu.ph

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