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Character development in physical education : an exploratory study of PE teachers in Singapore
Author
Foo, Yong Howe
Supervisor
Lee, Bervyn
Abstract
This exploratory study employed Dale's (1996) phenomenological approach to examine (a) the beliefs and attitudes of PE teachers concerning character development, (b) what PE teachers are actually doing in schools with regards to character development, and (c) explore the reasons why PE teachers are not teaching character development. To achieve its objective, open-ended interviews with PE teachers (N = 4) teaching in Singapore, were required. Generally, the interviews with teachers provided insight into the attitudes and behaviors concerning character development in PE. Majority reported that ad-hoc teaching was more realistic compared to one, who deliberately taught character development during PE. The teachers also felt that the biggest drawbacks in trying to teach character development are insufficient time, a lack of resources and different expectations. Altogether, the study highlighted the nature of character development in the various PE curriculums in a small sample of schools. The results contributed to the body of literature as it highlighted the relationships between the role of PE teachers, their beliefs and behaviors and character development.
Date Issued
2003
Call Number
GV365.5.S55 Foo
Date Submitted
2003