Foundations of Physical Education
G. Kanagaraj, R. Petchimuthu, M. Syed Ali, P. Manikandan
An open-access textbook that covers the historical, philosophical, biological, and sociological foundations of physical education. Written by four physical education academics for university students entering the field.
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