In recent years, physical education pedagogues and researchers have studied, theorized about, and provided practical suggestions related to diverse and intersecting identities (e.g. class, [dis]ability, gender, racialized... [ view full abstract ]
In recent years, physical education pedagogues and researchers have studied, theorized about, and provided practical suggestions related to diverse and intersecting identities (e.g. class, [dis]ability, gender, racialized identity, sexual orientation, etc.). Such efforts have had a profound impact upon those who have suffered the consequences of being ‘othered’ within physical education, and more globally within schools, communities, and societies. This impact notwithstanding, few physical education scholars have focused closely upon the role that religion, particularly as an other(ed) identity, might play within physical education. Given this current context, I have undertaken the task of writing this paper with two goals in mind: 1) to offer a scoping review of peer-reviewed literature about religion as it relates to physical education, and 2) considering that scoping review, to offer suggestions for future practice and inquiry.
Key findings are related to the following themes: 1) Christianity's foundational influence and ongoing privilege; 2) today's focus: Muslim students within physical education; 3) religion as it intersects with gender and culture, in particular; and 4) research-based and conceptual positions on accommodation(s). Suggestions for future practice are related to PETE and in-service training programs, physical education accommodations, and welcoming religiosity and spirituality. Suggestions for future inquiry are related to male (and Muslim) students as well as critical and culturally relevant programming.
• Transformative learning and teaching in physical education and sports pedagogy
