Although in most European countries, physical education teachers and coaches work with culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse groups, research indicates that many physical education teachers and coaches have not received formal training on working with diverse groups and lack professional competencies in the area of intercultural education. Moreover, initial education (pre-service) and continuing professional development (in-service) do not provide physical education teachers and coaches with the necessary knowledge, skills, competencies, or tools to maximise the opportunities presented by diverse and intercultural groups.

The EDU: PACT Handbook is meant to be used by individuals training current and future physical education teachers or coaches. This handbook presents the basic thematic and theoretical building blocks for successful intercultural education in sport. As such, its contents can be used flexibly and adapted according to different groups and local needs. The content from this handbook is divided into four distinct units and can be used as the basis for modules or individual courses meant to train physical education teachers or coaches on the different components of intercultural education.

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The Interactive Toolkit is divided into four units. These units expand on the handbook by including supplementary resources and interactive activities. Extra activities and resources are also included to help you use EDU:PACT in your local context.