What is the condition of the field of Physical Education? How is it adapted to the rise of kinesiology, sport and exercise science and human movement studies over the last thirty years? This Handbook provides an authoritative critical overview of the field and identifies future challenges and directions. The Handbook is divided in to six sections:

• Perspectives and Paradigms in Physical Education Research
• Cross-disciplinary Contributions to Research Philosophy
• Learning in Physical Education
• Teaching Styles and Inclusive Pedagogies
• Physical Education Curriculum
• Difference and Diversity in Physical Education  

This is a benchmark work which will be essential reading for educators and students in the field of Physical Education.