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Nhu Nguyen- Siedem

Professor of K-12 Education

Secondary, K-12 and Educational Technology

Research Interests

    Construction of teachers knowledge
    Networking and mentoring
    Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
    Current issues in PETE

Teaching Interests

    K-12 physical education pedagogy
    Team, Individual, outdoor education activities methodology

Education

PhD in Physical Education Pedagogy/Health PE and Recreation

University of New Mexico

MS in Physical Education

Illinois State University

BS in Physical Education

Illinois State University

Published Works

  • Wotherspoon, E., Barnd, M. S., Nguyen, V. N. (2023). The Lasting Impact of Personal Physical Education Memories on PE Preservice Teachers. Strategies: A Journal for Physical and Sport Educators, https://doi.org/10.1080/08924562.2023.2238294.
  • Ransdell, B. L., Nguyen, N., Hums, A. M., Clark, M., Williams, B. S. (2017). Voices from the field: Perspectives of U.S. kinesiology chairs on opportunities, challenges, and the role of mentoring in the chair position. Quest/Taylor and Francis,, 22. https://doi.org/10.1080/00336297.2017.1371047.
  • Barnd, M. S., Bertelsen, L. S., Nguyen- Siedem, V. N., Nyhus, R. (2016). Fitness Testing Physical Education Majors – The What, Why and How. SHAPE Colorado Journal, 42(1), 9,15-17. http://nebula.wsimg.com/c051f1473688d904effe2848adfa0a6d?AccessKeyId=BE6FDDCAFB34162A20D2&disposition=0&alloworigin=1.
  • Nguyen, N. (2016). Take Your Game to New Heights., http://www.ballisticvolleyballclub.com/.
  • Nguyen- Siedem, V. N. (2015). The Diversity Gap in Colorado Public Schools. SHAPECO Journal, http://nebula.wsimg.com/831347f07cce9688394391349fecc659?AccessKeyId=BE6FDDCAFB34162A20D2&disposition=0&alloworigin=1.
  • Nguyen- Siedem, V. N. (2015). Incorporating Outdoor Education Into the Physical Education Curriculum. Strategies: A Journal for Physical and Sport Educators, https://doi.org/10.1080/08924562.2015.981126.
  • Nguyen- Siedem, V. N. (2013). The Pregnancy Diet for Everyone. Colorado Association for Health Physical Education and Dance Journal, https://coahperd.publishpath.com/Websites/coahperd/images/News/COAHPERD_Journal_Spring_2013.pdf.
  • Nguyen- Siedem, V. N. (2012). Physical Education Teachers: You are familiar with NASPE standards, but do you also teach to the National Dance standards. Colorado Association for Health Physical Education and Dance Journal, http://www.coahperd.org/Websites/coahperd/files/Content/220336/COAHPERD_Fall_Journal_2012.pdf.
  • Nguyen- Siedem, V. N., Adams, R., Barnd, M. S. (2010). Multicultural Issues: Tips and Reflections. Colorado Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Journal, http://www.coahperd.org/Websites/coahperd/files/Content/220336/COAPHERD%20Round6.pdf.
  • Nguyen- Siedem, V. N. (2010). Summertime Adventures. COAHPERD Journal, http://www.coahperd.org/Websites/coahperd/files/Content/220336/COAPHERD%20Round6.pdf.
  • Nguyen- Siedem, V. N., Barnd, M. S. (2009). Hot off the Press. Colorado Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Journal.
  • Bunting, C., Nguyen- Siedem, V. N., Tennant, J. (2009). The Pumpkin Run. Colorado Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Journal.
  • Nguyen- Siedem, V. N. (2009). Topics in Higher Education. Colorado Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Journal.
  • Nguyen- Siedem, V. N. (2009). Ideas Exchange: Do You Believe that Physical Education Teachers and Coaches Should Have to Pass a Physical Fitness Assessment as Part of Their Licensure or Certification Requirements?. Strategies: A Journal for Physical and Sport Educators.
  • Nguyen- Siedem, V. N. (2009). Top 5 Pieces of Advice to Student Teachers from Graduating Seniors. Colorado Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Journal.
  • Nguyen- Siedem, V. N., Caiozzi, N. (2008). Activity Corner: Lesson Plan to Share. Colorado Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Journal.
  • Nguyen- Siedem, V. N. (2008). Mentoring New Teachers. Strategies: A Journal for Physical and Sport Educators.
  • Nguyen- Siedem, V. N., Barnd, M. S. (2008). Professional Development Needs of Colorado Physical Education Practitioners. Colorado Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Journal.
  • Nguyen- Siedem, V. N. (2008). Topics in Higher Education. Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Journal.
  • Nguyen- Siedem, V. N., Caiozzi, N. (2006). MSCD All Starz Competition Picture and Caption. Colorado Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Journal.
  • Nguyen- Siedem, V. N., Kahan, D., Sinclair, C., Caiozzi, N., Saucier, L. (2003). Feedback profiles of Cooperating Teachers Supervising the Same Student Teacher. The Physical Educator.
  • Nguyen- Siedem, V. N., Caiozzi, N., Seidler, T., Verner, M. (2003). Networking Practices of Illinois High School Athletics Administrators. International Journal of Sport Management.