ERIC Number: EJ1091505
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2016
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ISSN: ISSN-0730-3084
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Promoting the Leadership Development of Girls through Physical Education and Sport
Voelker, Dana K.
Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance, v87 n3 p9-15 2016
Leadership is a powerful life skill that influences the future of our local, national and global communities. Despite the many positive and productive changes observed in the leadership opportunities for women and girls, they remain highly under-represented in positional leadership roles. The leadership development and empowerment of women and girls has become an increasingly popular topic in books, websites and "strong girl" advertisement campaigns. At a grassroots level, physical educators and coaches must attend to these efforts in novel ways, as physical education and sport provide unique opportunities to develop leadership skills. This article discusses recommendations grounded in both the academic literature and professional practice, including: (1) embracing leadership diversity and deconstructing gender stereotyping, (2) building networking and mentorship, and (3) encouraging girls to use their voice and exercise leadership skills. Specific practical suggestions and a vignette are also provided to help physical educators and coaches maximize the leadership development of girls.
Descriptors: Leadership Training, Females, Student Empowerment, Physical Education, Athletics, Gender Bias, Stereotypes, Skill Development, Social Networks, Mentors, Vignettes, Self Esteem, Feedback (Response)
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Audience: Teachers
Language: English
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