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by Christopher Denning (Editor), Laura Hayden (Editor), Joseph N. Cooper (Editor)
Kinetic Classrooms for All Learners is an essential guide to developing inclusive and impactful kinesthetic programs in schools. Grounded in research and practice, this book underscores the essential role of physical activity and motor skill development in buoying academic achievement and personal growth for all children.
Author Biography
Christopher Denning, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Special Education and Co-Chair for the Department of Curriculum & Instruction in the College of Education and Human Development at the University of Massachusetts Boston. Throughout his career, he has supported children with diverse abilities to find success in school through a focus on physical health, academic achievement, and social engagement.
Laura Hayden, EdD, is an Associate Professor and the Inaugural Director of the Mental Performance Consulting program at William James College, Newton, MA. Throughout her career, she has championed research and practice at the intersection of physical, mental, and social health, with a commitment to understanding how societal and cultural variables impact holistic development.
Joseph N. Cooper, PhD, is the Dr. J. Keith Motley Endowed Chair of Sport Leadership and Administration (SLA) and Founding Executive Director of the New Balance Institute for Innovative Leadership in Sport (I2LS) at the University of Massachusetts Boston.
