Academic Research

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The Engagement of Further and Higher Education with the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games

Author: Centre for Sport, Physical Education & Activity Research (SPEAR) at Canterbury Christ Church University
Published: 15th March 2011

Podium commissioned the Centre for Sport, Physical Education & Activity Research (SPEAR) at
Canterbury Christ Church University to carry out research to capture the engagement of the
further and higher education sectors and related stakeholders with the past, current and future
opportunities presented by the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The full report was released on 15 March 2011 to mark 500 days to go until the start of London 2012 and it is available to download now.

What lasting educational benefits can be created by 'mega events'?

Author: CfBT Education Trust
Published: 26th November 2010

This report reviews the educational benefits that can be created from mega events: Olympic, Paralympic, Winter Games, World Cups and Commonwealth Games . The report concludes that projects arising from and created by mega events are not in themselves the valuable lasting legacy for education. Rather it is the changed attitudes, values and approaches, and the increased opportunities that create a strong engagement with education among the wider community.

ITT - Public Engagement Event Grants (£1000)

Author: ICSEMIS2012
Published: 5th August 2010

Applications are invited from UK higher education institutions for grants of one thousand pounds to develop and deliver a public engagement event on the academic disciplines related to sport, inspired by the London 2012 Games. These grants are being made available through the Public Engagement Programme for the International Convention on Science, Education and Medicine in Sport (ICSEMIS) 2012 , supported by the Research Councils UK and Podium .

A Systematic Review of the Evidence Base for Developing a Physical Activity and Health Legacy from the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games - full report

Author: Mike Weed - Canterbury Christchurch University
Published: 1st April 2009

A report on the potential impact of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games on physical activity, sports participation and health as part of a programme of research commissioned by the Department of Health.

Languages and International Events

Author: Prof. Debra Kelly, University of Westminster
Published: 17th February 2009

The report makes a number of recommendations for London 2012, demonstrating the need for early planning and intervention to create a successful language strategy and world-class language provision.