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This chapter introduces the book’s purpose: to research how best to enact physical education (PE) so that children’s wellbeing is optimised. Literature is discussed and the research problem identified; while PE policies are progressing globally, implementation of PE in schools is not. Quantitative research evidences the holistic benefits of physical activities in childhood; however, the implementation of quality physical education (QPE) to promote child wellbeing is multidimensional and complex. Hence, literature identifies that evidence-based qualitative research into the implementation of PE for optimal child wellbeing is a gap in research that needs to be filled. To achieve its purpose, this book proposes using data gathered from primary school communities around the world, offering timely and significant insights.

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  2. Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah Institute of Education (SHBIE), Universiti Brunei Darussalam, Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei

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Lynch, T. (2019). Introduction. In: Physical Education and Wellbeing. Palgrave Macmillan, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-22266-6_1

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