Diversified professionalism of physical education teachers in the Asian context of Hong Kong |
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| Authors: | Raymond Kim Wai Sum Clive Dimmock |
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| Institution: | 1. Department of Sports Science and Physical Education, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kongkwsum@cuhk.edu.hk;3. School of Education, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK |
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| Abstract: | This study investigates the socialization and professional experiences of primary school physical education teachers (PSPETs) in the Asian context of Hong Kong. A qualitative research design is adopted. The researcher used semi-structured interviews, supplemented by documentary sources (diaries) for conducting data collection. Eleven PSPETs participated in this study. Data were analysed through open axial and selective coding. The concepts of organizational sensitivity, sources of satisfaction, dealing with influential persons or critical incidents, status of the profession, educational reform as a trend, and versatile roles are revealed in the theory of ‘Diversified Professionalism’. The substantive theory thus contributes to an increased appreciation of the PSPETs’ work and to the literature on physical education teachers’ professionalization and professionalism. |
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| Keywords: | physical education teachers socialization professionalism Asian context |
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