Overview
Background
Dr. Jessica Lee is recognised both nationally and internationally as a distinguished academic in the field of sport, health, and physical education. She has successfully secured research funding from international organisations and national government entities, and her work has been featured in prominent journals and international compilations. Jessica approaches her work from a critical and sociological standpoint, with a focus on enhancing equity and inclusion in health and physical education, as well as contributing to broader pedagogies and policies related to physical activity. As a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA), Jessica showcases her leadership and expertise in research methods education, critical perspectives in physical activity, and community involvement in health. Her diverse range of experience enables her to engage in cross-disciplinary research and learning and teaching. Additionally, Jessica has actively served on university academic boards and faculty committees, contributing to the improvement of higher education policies, processes, and practices.
Availability
- Dr Jessica Lee is:
- Available for supervision
- Media expert
Qualifications
- Bachelor (Honours) of Psychology, The University of Queensland
- Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education, The University of Queensland
- Doctor of Philosophy of Health, Sport and Physical Education, The University of Queensland
Works
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2019
Journal Article
Understanding the reproduction of health inequalities: physical activity, social class and Bourdieu’s habitus
Wiltshire, Gareth, Lee, Jessica and Williams, Oli (2019). Understanding the reproduction of health inequalities: physical activity, social class and Bourdieu’s habitus. Sport, Education and Society, 24 (3), 226-240. doi: 10.1080/13573322.2017.1367657
2018
Journal Article
"Becoming the man you always wanted to be": exploring the representation of health and masculinity in Men's Health magazine
Lewington, Lily, Sebar, Bernadette and Lee, Jessica (2018). "Becoming the man you always wanted to be": exploring the representation of health and masculinity in Men's Health magazine. Health Promotion Journal of Australia, 29 (3), 243-250. doi: 10.1002/hpja.204
2018
Journal Article
Listening to pre-school children speak about health and health-promoting behaviours
Wiseman, Nicola, Harris, Neil and Lee, Jessica (2018). Listening to pre-school children speak about health and health-promoting behaviours. Health Education Journal, 77 (3), 312-321. doi: 10.1177/0017896917746430
2017
Book Chapter
Tracing translations: The journey from evidence to policy to physical activity promotion campaigns
Lee, Jessica, Williams, Benjamin and Sebar, Bernadette (2017). Tracing translations: The journey from evidence to policy to physical activity promotion campaigns. Routledge handbook of physical activity policy and practice. (pp. 139-152) edited by Joe Piggin, Louise Mansfield and Mike Weed. Abingdon, Oxon, United Kingdom: Routledge. doi: 10.4324/9781315672779-10
2017
Journal Article
‘Enjoying the kick’: locating pleasure within the drug consumption room
Duncan, Tristan, Duff, Cameron, Sebar, Bernadette and Lee, Jessica (2017). ‘Enjoying the kick’: locating pleasure within the drug consumption room. International Journal of Drug Policy, 49, 92-101. doi: 10.1016/j.drugpo.2017.07.005
2017
Journal Article
‘You don’t want to stand out as the bigger one’: exploring how PE and school sport participation is influenced by pupils and their peers
Wiltshire, Gareth, Lee, Jessica and Evans, John (2017). ‘You don’t want to stand out as the bigger one’: exploring how PE and school sport participation is influenced by pupils and their peers. Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy, 22 (5), 548-561. doi: 10.1080/17408989.2017.1294673
2016
Journal Article
A national sports institute as a learning culture
Lee, Jessica and Price, Nathan (2016). A national sports institute as a learning culture. Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy, 21 (1), 10-23. doi: 10.1080/17408989.2015.1072507
2016
Journal Article
Learning cultures and cultural learning in high-performance sport: opportunities for sport pedagogues
Barker-Ruchti, Natalie, Barker, Dean, Rynne, Steven B. and Lee, Jessica (2016). Learning cultures and cultural learning in high-performance sport: opportunities for sport pedagogues. Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy, 21 (1), 1-9. doi: 10.1080/17408989.2015.1072512
2015
Journal Article
Athlete learning in Olympic sport
Barker-Ruchti, N., Rynne, S. R., Lee, J. and Barker, D. M. (2015). Athlete learning in Olympic sport. Sports Coaching Review, 3 (2), 162-178. doi: 10.1080/21640629.2014.1059136
2014
Journal Article
Reclamation of power and self: a meta-synthesis exploring the process of recovery from anorexia nervosa
Duncan, Tristan Keil, Sebar, Bernadette and Lee, Jessica (2014). Reclamation of power and self: a meta-synthesis exploring the process of recovery from anorexia nervosa. Advances in Eating Disorders, 3 (2), 177-190. doi: 10.1080/21662630.2014.978804
2014
Journal Article
Moving out of sports: A sociocultural examination of olympic career transitions
Barker, Dean, Barker-Ruchti, Natalie, Rynne, Steven and Lee, Jessica (2014). Moving out of sports: A sociocultural examination of olympic career transitions. International Journal of Sports Science and Coaching, 9 (2), 255-270. doi: 10.1260/1747-9541.9.2.255
2014
Conference Publication
High performance sport and sustainability
Barker, D., Annerstedt, C., Rynne, S. B., Lee, J., Hageskog, C., Wals, A. and Tinning, R. (2014). High performance sport and sustainability. AIESEP World Congress, Auckland, New Zealand, 10-13 February 2014.
2014
Journal Article
'Just do a little more': examining expertise in high performance sport from a sociocultural learning perspective
Barker, Dean, Barker-Ruchti, Natalie, Rynne, Steven and Lee, Jessica (2014). 'Just do a little more': examining expertise in high performance sport from a sociocultural learning perspective. Reflective Practice, 15 (1), 92-105. doi: 10.1080/14623943.2013.868797
2013
Journal Article
Making the switch
Barker-Ruchti, Natalie, Barker, Dean, Lee, Jessica and Rynne, Steven (2013). Making the switch. Olympic Review, 86, 64-67.
2012
Journal Article
Olympism as education: Analysing the learning experiences of elite athletes
Barker, D., Barker-Ruchti, N., Rynne, S. B. and Lee, J. (2012). Olympism as education: Analysing the learning experiences of elite athletes. Educational Review, 64 (3), 368-383. doi: 10.1080/00131911.2012.665846
2012
Conference Publication
Taking the person out of the sports? A socio-pedagogical examination of athletic career transitions
Barker, D., Barker-Ruchti, N., Rynne, S. B. and Lee, J. (2012). Taking the person out of the sports? A socio-pedagogical examination of athletic career transitions. The International Convention on Science Education and Medicine in Sport, Glasgow, United Kingdom, 19-24 July 2012.
2012
Journal Article
‘One door closes, a next door opens up somewhere’: The learning of one Olympic synchronised swimmer
Barker-Ruchti, Natalie, Barker, Dean, Rynne, Steven and Lee, Jessica (2012). ‘One door closes, a next door opens up somewhere’: The learning of one Olympic synchronised swimmer. Reflective Practice, 13 (3), 373-385. doi: 10.1080/14623943.2012.670107
2011
Journal Article
'Don't mention obesity': Contradictions and tensions in the UK Change4Life health promotion campaign
Piggin, Joe and Lee, Jessica (2011). 'Don't mention obesity': Contradictions and tensions in the UK Change4Life health promotion campaign. Journal of Health Psychology, 16 (8), 1151-1164. doi: 10.1177/1359105311401771
2011
Other Outputs
Final research report: preparing Olympic athletes for lives outside of elite sport. Provided to the International Olympic Council
Barker-Ruchti, N., Barker, D., Rynne, S. B. and Lee, J. (2011). Final research report: preparing Olympic athletes for lives outside of elite sport. Provided to the International Olympic Council. Not available:
2010
Book Chapter
Reflections on methodological issues: Lessons learned from the Life Activity projects
Wright, Jan, Macdonald, Doune, Burrows, Lisette, Atencio, Matthew, Knez, Kelly, Laverty, Judy, Lee, Jessica, Nelson, Alison, O'Flynn, Gabrielle and Pang, Bonnie (2010). Reflections on methodological issues: Lessons learned from the Life Activity projects. Young people, physical activity and the everyday. (pp. 197-209) edited by Jan Wright and Doune Macdonald. Abingdon, Oxon United Kingdom: Routledge. doi: 10.4324/9780203850718
Supervision
Availability
- Dr Jessica Lee is:
- Available for supervision
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Supervision history
Current supervision
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Doctor Philosophy
Supporting cardiovascular and planetary health through nature-based physical activity: a resource for primary healthcare professionals.
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Lauren Ball
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Doctor Philosophy
Trauma-informed education in partnership with First Nations communities
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Kai Wheeler
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Doctor Philosophy
The full-service community school in an Australian context: stakeholders and student voice
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Leigh Sperka, Associate Professor Peter Lewis
Media
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