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Seeing is believing: Using film for teaching issues of diversity in sport
Journal of Hospitality, Leisure, Sport and Tourism Education (JoHLSTE) (2009)
  • Jennifer J. Kane
  • Jason Lee
  • Dan Drane
  • Richard Kane
Abstract
Given that both classrooms and respective industry workforces are made up of heterogeneous groups of individuals, sport academics must make purposeful efforts to teach aspects of diversity. Film provides a valuable media form that can positively contribute to the teaching concepts of diversity. Educators may find that film implementation aids in facilitating student learning and knowledge retention. Film provides the opportunity for students to reflect upon relevant issues. This paper previews the potential of film as a scholarly resource for teaching diversity concepts in higher education sport academia, and provides insights and suggestions for effective implementation. 
Keywords
  • film,
  • diversity,
  • education,
  • sport,
  • disability,
  • media,
  • pedagogy,
  • society
Publication Date
2009
Citation Information
Jennifer J. Kane, Jason Lee, Dan Drane and Richard Kane. "Seeing is believing: Using film for teaching issues of diversity in sport" Journal of Hospitality, Leisure, Sport and Tourism Education (JoHLSTE) Vol. 8 Iss. 1 (2009) p. 97 - 107 ISSN: 1473-8376
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/jennifer-kane/15/