Paperback. Post-unification Germany had the difficult task of knitting together two distinct and bi-polar physical education and sport "systems". This volume gives an overview of the two systems and the examines the problems faced when they came together. It focuses on issues such as the historical context, developments in school physical education curricula, sports administration, teacher and coach education, provision of sport, and special populations such as women's involvement in sport. It also compares the two distinct Elite sport strategies within the GDR and FRG between 1945 and unification and the issues which arose once they came together. The book is rounded off with a look at where Germany is in terms of its physical education and sport programmes. This unique and comprehensive collection brings together material from leading German scholars to examine the role of sport and PE in Germany from a range of historical and contemporary perspectives. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Title: Sport and Physical Education in Germany (Paperback)
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, London
Publication Date: 2002
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0419245405
ISBN 13: 9780419245407
Binding: Paperback
Edition: 1st Edition
Condition: new

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Sport and physical education represent important components of German national life, from school and community participation, to elite, international level sport. This unique and comprehensive collection brings together material from leading German scholars to examine the role of sport and PE in Germany from a range of historical and contemporary perspectives. Key topics include: * sport and PE in pre-war, post war and re-unified Germany * sport and PE in schools * coach education * elite sport and sport science * women and sport * sport and recreation facilities. This book offers an illuminating insight into how sport and PE have helped to shape Germany. It represents fascinating reading for anyone with an interest in the history and sociology of sport, and those working in German studies.

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Edited by Hardman, Ken; Naul, Roland

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