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Gemma Sharples is a Senior Lecturer in Physical Education and School Sport at Hartpury University, affiliated with the Department of Sport and the Hartpury Sports Coaching Centre. She has been instrumental in designing and developing the BSc (Hons) PE and School Sport programme since 2013.
Education:
- EdD Education (in progress), University of the West of England (UWE)
- MSc Coaching, University of the West of England (UWE)
- PGCE Physical Education with QTS, University of Worcester
- BSc (Hons) Sports Conditioning and Coaching, University of the West of England (UWE)
- Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA), 2017
Her research focuses on Physical Education, authentic learning environments, physical literacy, and Outdoor and Adventurous Activities (OAA). She explores how experiential and inclusive practices enhance learning, particularly for students with SEND. Her work emphasizes community engagement, curriculum innovation, and the role of higher education in school sport development.
The recent publications and conference presentations highlight a strong trend toward inclusive, authentic, and community-integrated physical education, focusing on practical application in both school and higher education settings.
Scientific Awards:
- Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA)
She actively supervises student research projects and leads multiple externally funded initiatives, including partnerships with Altus School and the Gloucester Prosperity Fund, aimed at improving life chances through physical education and school sport. Her leadership in curriculum design and external collaborations underscores her impact on both academic and practical domains of physical education.
She is involved in professional networks such as the Association for Physical Education (AfPE), CIMSPA, and the International Physical Literacy Association, and regularly contributes to workshops, conferences, and media outreach to promote school sport and inclusive practices.
