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In today's episode we will be discussing educational policy and its nuances in the U.S. across all States.Our guests today include, Dr. Ben Kern - an Associate Professor in PETE in the College of Health Sciences, Kinesiology, and Health at the University of Wyoming. Dr. Kern is a national leader in physical education policy research. He currently leads the School Health Map and facilitated the development of the State of the States Policy Report. Dr. Kern is focused on policy implementation and advocacy to strengthen physical education and physical activity nationwide in schools. Dr. Kern has also established a unique line of inquiry that investigates the individual dispositions of physical education teachers and related socializing agents that impact their adoption of teaching practices consistent with promoting student physical literacy. Our next guest is Dr. Lisa Paulson is an assistant professor in the Department of Applied Human Sciences at the University of Minnesota Duluth. She currently serves as chair of the SHAPE America Physical Activity Council and co-chair of the SHAPE America PETE Standards Task Force. Her scholarship focuses on physical education policy work and school-based physical activity promotion.Originally from The Netherlands, our final guest is Hans van der Mars (Ph.D., The Ohio State University, 1984) is Professor Emeritus at Arizona State University where he oversaw the undergraduate, master's and doctoral degree programs in Physical Education Teacher Education/Sport Pedagogy. Dr. van der Mars is widely published, (co-) and authoring over 170 published research papers, professional papers, book chapters, proceedings papers, and three textbooks. He presents frequently at international, national, regional and state level conferences. Moreover, he has provided over 85 continuing professional development/outreach workshops and guest lectures for K-12 physical educators, teachers, graduate students, and colleagues nationally and internationally.Over Dr. van der Mars illustrious career, he has represented the physical education profession in various capacities of leadership, scholarship, and service. Far too extensive to share today, but some examples include: Research Fellow distinction in the Society of Physical and Health Educators of America (2005), the American Academy of Kinesiology & Physical Education (2006), the North American Society of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, Sport, and Dance Professionals (2009), the International Association for Physical Education in Higher Education (AIESEP, 2019), and National Association of Kinesiology in Higher Education (NAKHE 2021). Hans has also been recognized with the following honors: the National Association for Sport & Physical Education's (NASPE) Physical Education Teacher Education Honor Award (2011) and the Curriculum & Instruction Academy Honor Award (2013). In 2018, he was inducted into the SHAPE America Hall of Fame. In 2020, the National Association of Kinesiology in Higher Education (NAKHE) recognized him with the Distinguished Scholar Award. In 2021, The Ohio State University's College of Education and Human Ecology presented him with its Alumni Career Achievement Award, while SHAPE America recognized him with the Luther Halsey Gulick Award in 2023. And in 2024, he received the White House Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award.https://schoolhealthmap.wygisc.org/
Alpharetta’s 2045 Comprehensive Plan: Why It Matters (North Fulton Voices, Episode 14) On this edition of North Fulton Voices, hosts Jack Murphy and Nancy Diamond sit down with Benjamin "Ben" Kern of MKSK Studios and Michael Woodman, Planning and Development Services Manager for the City of Alpharetta, to unpack Alpharetta's 2045 Comprehensive Plan. This conversation […]
In this episode Risto sits down with Dr. Ben Kern from the University of Wyoming to discuss an ambitious and practical initiative known as the School Health MAP (Model for Assessment and Planning). This collaborative effort, developed alongside colleagues like Wes Wilson (University of Illinois) and Hans van der Mars (Arizona State University), and Lisa Paulson, aims to help schools more effectively assess and improve their comprehensive school health programs.
On Tee to Green this week, Skip visits with former Buckeye Ryan Armour, chats with Dave Shedloski of Golf Digest, and talks with two local pros Wyatt Worthington and Ben Kern.
Meet Ben Kern. Ben received his Doctor of Philosophy in 2017 from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. His Principal Licensure was completed in 2002 and his BA in 1999 in Kinesiology K-12 Physical Education. Currently, Ben is the Program Coordinator of the Physical Education Teacher Education in the Division of Kinesiology & Health at the University of Wyoming. Ben is a Board member for Wyoming Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (WAHPERD) and previously served on the Board of Directors for Louisiana AHPERD. Ben spoke to us regarding the US Physical Education and Physical Activity Policy Project-- a project that is important for all those involved in physical education and physical activity. We hope you'll take a listen!!
Ben Kern joins us to discuss the article Teacher Beliefs and Changes in Practice Through Professional Development published with Chad Killian, Douglas Ellison, Kim Graber, and Elaine Cutforth. We discuss the influence of the intervention called Healthy Eaters, Lifelong Movers and associated San Luis Valley Physical Education Academy on teachers' beliefs about physical education and sustained pedagogical changes. Full Cite: Kern, B. D., Killian, C. M., Ellison, D. W., Graber, K. C., Belansky, E., & Cutforth, N. (2020). Teacher Beliefs and Changes in Practice Through Professional Development. Journal of Teaching in Physical Education, 1(aop), 1-12. https://doi.org/10.1123/jtpe.2019-0270 Podcast episodes on teacher socialization: Episode 5: Kevin Richards talking Teacher Socialization Theory Breakdown 2: Teacher Socialization Theory Twitter: @bendkern --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pwrhpe/support
Ben Kern joins us to discuss the article “State of a state: results from the Wyoming physical education and physical activity policy survey” published with Paul Malinowski, Kim Hunt, Shawna McIlnay, Brian Powell, and Deb Stephenson. We discuss the Wyoming physical education and physical activity policy and report current data from the district, school, and classroom. Full Cite: Kern, Malinowski, P., Hunt, K., McIlnay, S., Powell, B., & Stephenson, D. (2021). State of a state: Results from the Wyoming physical education and physical activity policy survey. Journal of Teaching in Physical Education, 1–6. https://doi.org/10.1123/jtpe.2021-0161 Twitter @benkern --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pwrhpe/support
In Ep.27 I speak with Ben Kern PGA Head Pro Georgetown CC, 2018 PGA Championship Top PGA Teaching Pro. We discuss his biggest successes in golf, favorite golf memories, the college days and a funny story about Bill Murray. Please checkout out different ways to listen at https://linktr.ee/Nothingisob Please rate, review, subscribe it helps me grow the pod. Checkout www.nothingobgolf.com
2017 Ben Kern Coach of the Year, Paul Horton will explore everything from inner game of golf, innovation in equipment, and the influencers who shares Paul's approach. In this episode we learn more about Paul and his background that led him to being named a Top 50 Golf Instructor in America and PGA of Canada Teacher and Coach of the Year. Paul also discusses the impact George Knudsen, Ben Kern, Moe Norman, and others had on his career, learning from a sport psychology in his father, and career moves he made to lead to his successful career as a teacher and coach amongst many other topics.
Ben Kern has always been a role model for so many when the topic is health and well-being. In this episode you will learn Ben's teacher journey and how the path he has led continues to help those he teaches. He gives his opinions on the obesity rates in the United States, and what you can do now in order to start lasting healthy changes. Sneak in and listen to a leader in his field.
Martin Chuck, inventor of the popular Tour Striker training club, has become one of North American's top instructors. From his roots with George Knudson and Ben Kern at Toronto's National Golf Club, Chuck has developed an effective approach to improvement that is focused on learning and feeling what's going on in the body. Learn how to compress the ball - and play the piano!
This week's podcasts has Tom talking to Ben Kern, a California based veteran Student Ministry and all around great guy. Tom met Ben at Orange '12 and have been friends since. Ben talks with Tom about many things but mainly how he has stayed fresh in Student Ministry and lasted so long. Ben also blogs (http://www.averageyouthministry.com) , has a podcast (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/thursday-morning-debrief-aym/id948031940?mt=2) and writes books (http://ht.ly/LDaeJ)! If you haven't checked his stuff out yet, do so now. It's worth it. You can to tweet about the show, you can say something like... Today's @ymsidekick podcast talks about staying fresh in #stumin with @averageym http://ht.ly/JcsaY #thinkorange Make sure you goto iTunes (http://ht.ly/JcsaY) and subscribe to the podcast and see what cool things we do each and every week! Join the conversation below or on social media using the hashtag #ymsidekick. How do you stay fresh and in student ministry for the long haul?
JEFF HAY DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS- Core Golf AcademyDrawing on more than two decades of teaching experience, Jeff Hay assists Director of Instruction Tom Jackson and PGA Tour coach Sean Foley while ensuring the overall student experience at the Core Golf Junior Academy is everything they—and their parents—dreamed it would be."Our mandate is to make the Core Golf Junior Academy the premier development institution for junior golfers, and to develop the best talent and the best people. Our students use their Core Golf Junior Academy experience as a vehicle to succeed in life," says Jeff, a Canadian PGA Class A professional.Jeff has worked with outstanding golf instructors such as Ben Kern, Tom Jackson and Mark Evershed. He is the former Head Professional at Canada’s top-ranked National Golf Club of Canada, where he was the lead instructor for the club’s renowned Elite Junior Program developed by the late Ben Kern. The Core Golf Junior Academy in Orlando, Florida is a full-time golf development program offering students from around the world comprehensive instruction in every facet of the game and high-school education. Our world-class team of PGA Tour coaches—including Sean Foley, Dr. Craig Davies and Neale Smith—and instructors Tom Jackson and Jeff Hay provide coaching and mentoring for young golfers aspiring to greatness on and off the course. www.coregolfacademy.com Click here for the Deal of the Week courtesy of Golflandwarehouse.com use promo code "GTR" for BIG discounts! Thank you to our GTR Partners please visit their sites and support the businesses that support GTR! Slickstix Avila Beach Golf Resort Blacklake Golf Resort Golflandwarehouse Avila La Fonda Hotel Inn at Avila Beach Email Mike and Billy at info@golftalkradio.com with questions, comments or whatever