This paper is a creative and critical exploration of what it means to navigate academia as early-career women in an increasingly neoliberal and competitive environment. Using Bourdieu’s concept of illusio—the belief in and investment in the […]
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Exploring Moylussa: A Field Experience within PY4143 (Adventure and Water-Based Activities Module) – dr. Carmen Barquero-Ruiz.
Last September, the second-year students of the BSc in physical education took part in an exciting outdoor activity as part of their teacher training module Adventure and Water-Based Activities. This module plays a vital role […]
The influence of gamification on the type of student motivation in physical education
This study highlights a nuanced impact of gamification in education: it reliably raises students’ extrinsic motivation, especially introjected regulation, while risking displacement of deeper, self-determined drives. The implication is to redesign toward purpose-rich mechanics that […]
Making sense of the alignment of social justice beliefs, theory, and pedagogy: being and becoming a physical education teacher educator for social justice.
This research speaks to both the deeply intertwined journey of personal growth, critical reflection, and dialogical interactions, highlighting the interconnected nature of pedagogy, theory, and personal beliefs in shaping social justice practice. As such, the […]
RECRUiTMENT: Associate Teacher/University Teacher in physical education, UL.
Associate Teacher/University Teacher in Physical Education, University of Limerick. Associate Teacher (2 positions)/ University Teacher (1 position) Physical Education – 1 Year Fixed Term Contracts. Salary Scale: Associate Teacher €38,008 – €51,427 p.a.pro rata/ University […]
Understanding the development of physical education professionals’ policy capacity
The United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and others have emphasized the need for all physical education (PE) professionals to prioritize attention to, and action on, PE policy to improve quality provision. Yet, […]
From School to Scholarship: Starting My PhD Journey in PESS – Eoin joy.
Beginning my PhD Journey Having spent the past 15 years teaching Physical Education (PE) in Ireland- with a short stint in Australia- I was delighted to accept a Research Ireland Enterprise Partnership Scheme Scholarship to […]
University of Limerick Alumni Spotlight: ryan meaney.
University of Limerick graduate, Ryan Meaney, who studied the Professional Masters in Education (PME) with Physical Education. Ryan always knew he wanted sport to play a big part in his life. From taking an unconventional […]
testimonial; UL Physical education student – sadhbh scully.
Why did you choose to study the course? I chose to study PE and Irish at the University of Limerick for a few reasons. I knew I wanted to be a PE teacher and because […]
Reshaping Athletics Education:An Interdisciplinary Approach to Preparing Pre-Service PE Teachers – Jack Hickey.
With the recent revision of the Physical Education programme in the Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences (PESS), several modules have been reimagined to prepare pre-service teachers for the evolving landscape of physical education. […]
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