SPARKing Change: Trialing transformative approaches to equity-related learning for the Sport, Physical Activity, Recreation, and Kinesiology sector.

In running, we don’t train to run a marathon, we train to create of our bodies and minds somebody who is capable of running a marathon. The same is true for equitizing justice, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (JEDIA) work: we don’t train to perfect static techniques of equitization. We train to develop the skills, knowledges, instincts, and stamina necessary to stay with the challenging and innovative work of equity. In this project, we take a kinesiological approach to the development and implementation of a series of online workshops to support JEDIA initiatives across the sport, physical activity, recreation, and kinesiology (SPARK) sector in Canada. First, we will design and deliver a JEDIA workshop that utilizes our novel knowledge-skills-practices (KSP) pedagogical model. Secondly, we will use open-ended surveys and interviews to study learner experiences of this approach and whether it has translated into their practice.

Faculty Supervisor:

Lindsay Eales;Danielle Peers

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Partner:

InMotion Network

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Health and Related Sciences & Technology

University:

University of Alberta

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