KEN BELL

Associate Professor and Co-Director
Department of Kinesiology
Boise State University
United States of America

Professor Healthcare
Biography

Ken Bell joined the Department of Kinesiology faculty in 1997. Previously, he served as an elementary and middle school teacher in Physical and Health Education, as well as a middle school and high school coach of many sports for many years. Upon completing his PhD in Physical Education Curriculum and Instruction at Virginia Tech State University, his focus has been directed towards the preparation of future physical and health education teacher, as well as developing effective professional development school partnerships with local schools.

Research Intrest

Physical Activity and Physical Fitness, Physical Self Perception, Teaching Methods and Pedagogy, Professional Development Schools

List of Publications
Johnson, T. G., & Bell, K. (2011). Using a modified programmed practice sheet to promote skill learning and assessment in physical education. Strategies: A Journal for Sport and Physical Educators, 24, 16-19.
Shimon, J., Johnson, T. G., Moorcroft, S., & Bell, K. (2013). Fitness and Enjoyment Outcomes of a Physical Education Fitness Conditioning Curriculum. Journal of Kinesiology and Wellness, Fall 2013.
Bells, K., Johnson, T. G., Shimon, J., & Bale, J. (2013). The effects of Game Size on the Physical Activity Levels and Ball Touches of Elementary School Children in Physical Education. Journal of Kinesiology and Wellness, Fall 2013.
Bell, K., & Bale, J. (2016). Got skills? A physical educator’s guide to teaching children skills for a lifetime of movement (3rd Ed.). Boise, ID: Bell & Bale PE Solutions.
Graham, G., Elliott, E., Plamer, S., & Bell, K. (2016). Teaching Children and Adolescents PHysical Education (4th Ed.). Champagne, IL. Human Kinetics (Video Ancillaries)