Making sense of undergraduate learning in sport related degrees: a Foucauldian analysis
Author
Baker, Joanna
Date
2014Type
Dissertation
Publisher
Cardiff Metropolitan University
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This study attempts to make sense of the learning environments situation within sporting
degrees at Cardiff Metropolitan University using a theoretical lens. Using theories situated
within learning and disciplinary power and attempt to make sense and understanding of
the learning environments that are implemented. Semi-structured interviews were carried
out in aid of gaining insight to staff and students within the sporting sector of the university.
Six participants took part altogether; Three students on a sporting degree, and three staff
members who have had experience in lecturing within different environments within the
sports sector of the university. The discussion highlights work of Michel Foucault’s (1997)
key theoretical findings of disciplinary power in regards to the results found, and the effect
that different learning environments have on students learning. The study concludes with
new information and suggestions for furthering studies within this area..
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DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
(HONOURS)
SPORT AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION
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