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Simon Board is an Associate Lecturer in Personal Development, Health, and Physical Education (PDHPE) at Charles Sturt University and currently serves as the Head of PDHPE at Kambala, an all-girls school in Sydney. He holds qualifications including a Bachelor of Physical Education (ACPE), a Bachelor of Education (Deakin University), and a Master of Learning and Teaching (Newcastle). His work focuses on curriculum innovation and educational leadership, with a specific emphasis on integrating student autonomy into physical education practices.
- Education:
- BPhysEd, Australian Catholic University (ACPE)
- BEd, Deakin University
- MLMEd, University of Newcastle (Newc)
Board's research explores student autonomy in physical education, sun safety education, and curriculum implementation. He recently co-authored a peer-reviewed study analyzing how dedicated workshops and syllabus changes can enhance high school students' understanding of skin care and protection. His work bridges practical outdoor education with theoretical advancements in student-centered learning approaches.
Publications include the 2025 Journal of Physical Education, Recreation and Dance article on autonomy in physical education (UK/Australia case studies) and contributions to sun safety resources for NSW schools. Research outputs reflect interdisciplinary themes spanning health education, educational policy, and behavioral interventions.
- Professional Affiliations:
- Australian Council for Health, Physical Education and Recreation (ACHPER)
- PDHPE Teachers Association
- Independent Education Union (NSW Representative)
He designed sun safety workshops implemented at Kambala and Inner Sydney High School as part of a CSU research study. These workshops incorporated student voice principles to improve health education outcomes through syllabus-driven interventions.
