Physical Education Teachers' and Teacher Candidates' Attitudes toward Cultural Pluralism
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| Title: | Physical Education Teachers' and Teacher Candidates' Attitudes toward Cultural Pluralism |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Columna, Luis, Foley, John T., Lytle, Rebecca K. |
| Source: | Journal of Teaching in Physical Education. Jul 2010 29(3):295-311. |
| Availability: | Human Kinetics, Inc. 1607 North Market Street, Champaign, IL 61820. Tel: 800-474-4457; Fax: 217-351-1549; e-mail: info@hkusa.com; Web site: http://www.humankinetics.com |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 17 |
| Publication Date: | 2010 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Descriptors: | Adapted Physical Education, Professional Recognition, Cultural Pluralism, Physical Education Teachers, Teacher Attitudes, Student Attitudes, Case Studies, Surveys, Attitude Measures, Scores, Culturally Relevant Education, Gender Differences, Teaching Methods |
| ISSN: | 0273-5024 |
| Abstract: | The purpose of this study was to analyze both male and female physical education teacher attitudes toward cultural pluralism and diversity. Participants (N = 433)were adapted physical education specialists, physical education generalists, and teacher candidates. The research method was a descriptive cross-sectional survey (Fraenkel & Wallen, 1990). Data were collected using a modified version of the "Pluralism and Diversity Attitude Assessment" survey (Stanley, 1997). Mann-Whitney U tests showed no significant differences in attitude scores between teachers and teacher candidates. However, women's attitude scores were significantly higher than men's. Further Friedman's ANOVA test showed statistical differences on the survey's constructs for gender and professional status. Post hoc analysis indicated that the groups scored significantly higher on the construct, "Value Cultural Pluralism than Implement Cultural Pluralism". This means teachers generally valued cultural diversity, but struggled to implement culturally responsive pedagogy. In conclusion, physical educators may need better preparation to ensure cultural competence. (Contains 4 tables and 2 figures.) |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Number of References: | 43 |
| Entry Date: | 2011 |
| Access URL: | https://journals.humankinetics.com/jtpe-back-issues/jtpe-volume-29-issue-3-july-2010/physical-education-teachers-and-teacher-candidates-attitudes- |
| Accession Number: | EJ912704 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | The purpose of this study was to analyze both male and female physical education teacher attitudes toward cultural pluralism and diversity. Participants (N = 433)were adapted physical education specialists, physical education generalists, and teacher candidates. The research method was a descriptive cross-sectional survey (Fraenkel & Wallen, 1990). Data were collected using a modified version of the "Pluralism and Diversity Attitude Assessment" survey (Stanley, 1997). Mann-Whitney U tests showed no significant differences in attitude scores between teachers and teacher candidates. However, women's attitude scores were significantly higher than men's. Further Friedman's ANOVA test showed statistical differences on the survey's constructs for gender and professional status. Post hoc analysis indicated that the groups scored significantly higher on the construct, "Value Cultural Pluralism than Implement Cultural Pluralism". This means teachers generally valued cultural diversity, but struggled to implement culturally responsive pedagogy. In conclusion, physical educators may need better preparation to ensure cultural competence. (Contains 4 tables and 2 figures.) |
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| ISSN: | 0273-5024 |
