1 21 st Century Leadership Psychology in Physical Education, Recreation and Sport Bradley J. Cardinal, Ph.D. Professor, Nutrition and Exercise Sciences Oregon State University From Where Do I Come? A Little Bit About Me & My Work I have a background in sports and athletics, having played American football in college I have taught and coached at both the high school and college levels Prior to joining the faculty at Oregon State University in 1997, I served on the faculties of Eastern Washington University and Wayne State University I have been professionally involved in the field for 23 years, including two previous trips to Mainland China. This is my first trip to Hong Kong. I study health and physical activity behavior change, promotion, and retention issues from a psycho-social and socio-cultural perspective Early Leadership Experiences Developed in my youth, often through sports (e.g, by example, elected positions, and organizational involvement) Opportunities to lead in school (e.g., by example, organizational involvement, positioning self for opportunities through volunteering) Saying “Yes” (e.g., joining groups; accepting positions, service assignments; seeking out speaking, writing opportunities) – All of which lead to more opportunities, so learning to selectively say “Yes” as time goes on and to sharpen one’s focus is also important! Doing a good job!
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21st Century LeadershipPsychology in PhysicalEducation, Recreation
and SportBradley J. Cardinal, Ph.D.
Professor, Nutrition and Exercise SciencesOregon State University
From Where Do I Come?
A Little Bit About Me & My Work I have a background in sports and athletics,
having played American football in college I have taught and coached at both the high school
and college levels Prior to joining the faculty at Oregon State
University in 1997, I served on the faculties ofEastern Washington University and Wayne StateUniversity
I have been professionally involved in the field for23 years, including two previous trips to MainlandChina. This is my first trip to Hong Kong.
I study health and physical activity behaviorchange, promotion, and retention issues from apsycho-social and socio-cultural perspective
Early Leadership Experiences Developed in my youth, often through sports (e.g,
by example, elected positions, and organizationalinvolvement)
Opportunities to lead in school (e.g., by example,organizational involvement, positioning self foropportunities through volunteering)
Saying “Yes” (e.g., joining groups; acceptingpositions, service assignments; seeking outspeaking, writing opportunities)– All of which lead to more opportunities, so learning to
selectively say “Yes” as time goes on and to sharpenone’s focus is also important!
Doing a good job!
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Understanding Context andPoint of View
Leaders must understand and appreciate context Most of my recent leadership experience is
professional in nature So, my context today is primarily the field of
Physical Education, Recreation and Sport as aprofessional leader
My point of view is primarily that of a US citizen,with a generational understanding consistent withthe past 50 years or so
Future Direction of the Field:Challenges and Opportunities
External Forces Funding model for higher
education– Students– Faculty
Technology Information
– Education– Medicine– Science
Multiculturalism Societal expectations
– Workforce preparation– Solve problems
Internal Forces Relevancy
– Central to mission– Meaningful to region/people
Increased complexity– Preparation for what?
Professional preparation Pre-professional programs Liberal education
– Communication channels– Expanding knowledge base
Who are we? What do we do?– Disciplinary evolution
Fragmentation Specialization
Future Direction of the Field:Challenges and Opportunities
Academic preparation of faculty in Physical Education,Recreation and Sport– More than “just” content expertise, need for an applied
and/or professional application area– Integration of knowledge vs. isolated “facts”– Teaching and learning for tomorrow vs. ”wow factor”
Specialization (academic silos)– Horizontal and vertical curricular balance– Being relevant to students and society– Academic training and the university reward structure
(individual vs. team)– Staying connected to commonality (i.e., health and
human movement)
Future Direction of the Field:Challenges and Opportunities
Common communication venue(s)– Rapidly expanding knowledge base– Competition for “our” expertise– Limited funding for travel, journal subscriptions,
etc. What’s driving our research questions?
– Discipline, profession vs. thematic problems,issues, and concerns
Diversity (e.g., exporters vs. importers of information,etc.)
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I love doing what I do!
“There are two great days in aperson’s life - The day we areborn and the day we discover
why.”- William Barclay
What’s your life purpose?
A Leadership Vision within a Departmental ContextScholarship
AcademicPrograms
Serv
ice
Students
FacultyStaff
Community Partners
My Vision Blended with Current Department’s Mission: “Regionally relevant andinternationally renowned leaders in lifespan physical activity and healthy lifestyles within
the context of a diverse and ever changing society.”
Department context: Applied and professional programs in PhysicalEducation, Recreation and Sport from a whole person perspective.
Build on Department’s Niche
Relevant academic programs Student engagement Scholarship that matters to people and the
professions Service leadership
“OAHPERD 13”“The Body Shop”
Applied and Professional Programs:Selected Research to Practice Topics
Aging, gerontology Wellness program for
firefighters Physical activity
assessment Adiposity and heart disease Strategies for improving
exercise adherence Happiness, health, and
self-fulfillment Lifestyle physical activity
programs Youth sports
Resea
rch
Theory
PracticeAppropriateBalance
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Graduates Who are “Real World” Ready,Competent, and Professional
–Undergraduate andGraduate studentengagement In-class Outside of class Informal opportunities to
interact with oneanother, faculty, andmembers of theprofession
What do graduates -at all levels - do?– Are they “enthusiastic,”
“satisfied,” andsuccessful?
– Are they highly soughtafter?
– Do they have professionalchoice?
– Do they stay connected tothe program?
Service Culture: Department Connected toCommunity, Professions, and Alumni
Community and professional service, leadership,networking
Advisory Committee Internships, Externships Campus life, worksite wellness Retirement centers, health spas, on-line Translational research/outreach Media referral network (i.e., news makers) Student speaker bureau Student authored publications Alumni contact
Creating a Departmental Utopia
It All Begins with Values– “Decisions are easy when your values are clear.”
Collectively create the culture we aspire for Shared, common experiences Celebrate one-another’s successes Honest self-appraisal, “I did my best”
“Programs Depend on People”
Positive, “Can Do,” People-focusedDepartment
Recognize that everyone contributes in her/hisown unique ways -- Accentuate the positive!
Cooperative and respectful Trust people Department advocates Department first, me second mentality Willing to “go the extra mile”
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Departments Advance When Prioritizesare Clear and Focused
HighImpact
LowImpact
DifficultEasy
A B
C D
Long-Term, Permanent Results
Commitment(Respect Honor Trust)
Cooperation(Convince Encourage Coax)
Compliance(Incentives Benefits Rewards)
Coercion(Pressure Manipulate Intimidate)
Control(Force Fear Threats)
( Martensen, 2004)
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“Go to the people. Live withthem. Learn from them. Love
them. Start with what theyknow. Build with what they
have. But with the best leaders,when the work is done, the taskaccomplished, the people will
An Academic Utopia in PhysicalEducation, Recreation and Sport
A place where… Students choose to study Faculty and staff love coming to work Alumni are connected Community members know us and trust us Industry leaders choose to interact with us Scholars from around the world are drawn
Because we are recognized by one and all as… Regionally relevant and internationally renowned leaders in
lifespan physical activity and healthy lifestyles within thecontext of a diverse and ever changing society
“I could tell where thelamplighter was by the trail
he left behind him.”- Harry Lauder
Giving Thanks
Nobody does it on their own We are all bits and pieces of those who
came before us, guided us, and helped usbecome who we are
With that in mind, let’s end the night with anote of thanks to those who came before us
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A Heroes Walk
Form a circle or row by age/experience– Most experienced on one end– Least experienced on opposite end
Heroes Walk begins when music begins– Show your thanks and appreciation for those who have
helped shape your lives Applaud, “high five,” pat on the back, etc. Go slow; enjoy and savor the moment!
