Abstract: | Intro -- Contents -- Series Editor's Foreword: The Doctoral Journey in Education -- Acknowledgements -- Contributors' Quotes -- Notes on Contributors -- Introduction: Taking That First Step -- Acknowledgements -- Part 1: Doctoral Consideration and Guidance from the PHE Field -- 1. Storying My Phete Journey: In Pursuit of Possibilities beyond Established Practice on the Margins -- Abstract -- Keywords -- 1 Preamble -- 2 History -- 3 Two Pathway Confluence: Pursuit of My Master's Education and My K-12 Teaching Career -- 4 Seminal Moments in My Doctoral Journey -- 5 With Change Comes Opportunity -- 6 Role Conflict? -- 7 Words Matter -- 8 Mentor and Co-Mentorship -- 9 Recommendations -- 9.1 Isolation -- 9.2 Culture -- 9.3 Personal Accountability -- 9.4 Future -- 9.5 Be Principled -- 10 Concluding Thoughts -- Acknowledgement -- References -- 2. The Doctoral Journey: A Supervisor's Perspective -- Abstract -- Keywords -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Meeting 1 -- 3 Meeting 2 -- 4 The Doctoral Journey: Crucial Components to Consider -- 4.1 Build a Strong Student-Supervisor Relationship -- 4.2 Understand the Application and Course-Selection Process -- 4.3 Consider Financial Concerns -- 4.4 Choose an Engaged Supervisory Committee -- 4.5 Nurture Office Staff Relations -- 5 Student-Supervisor Relationship: More Than a Dissertation Focus -- 6 Arriving at the Doctoral Defence -- 7 Serving as a Doctoral Supervisor: An Academic Highlight -- 8 Final Thoughts from a Doctoral Supervisor -- References -- Part 2: Journeys Revealed -- 3. My Doctoral Journey: The Places, Bang-Ups, and Hang-Ups -- Abstract -- Keywords -- 1 Preamble -- 2 Introduction -- 3 Question 1: How Do You Know If a Doctorate Is for You? -- 4 Question 2: How Do You Find a Doctoral Supervisor? -- 5 Question 3: How Do You Know What to Research and How to Research It?. "This book is tailored for those navigating the diverse landscapes of doctoral work in physical and health education. Delve into the doctoral journey as our expert authors unveil the challenges unique to the realm of physical and health education. From research methodologies to innovative pedagogical approaches, the authors offer insights into overcoming obstacles and thriving in the academic arena. Immerse yourself in the narratives of seasoned scholars who have walked the same path. Their stories of resilience, breakthroughs, and personal growth serve as sources of inspiration, providing you with practical advice and mentorship toward your academic pursuits. Contributors are: Daniel W. Balderson, Joe Barrett, Stephen Berg, Heidi Jancer Ferreira, Colin G. Pennington, Simon Schaerz, Eishin Teraoka and William Walters"-- |