Faculty and Staff Profiles

Dr. Todd E. Layne is an Associate Professor of Physical Education Teacher Education in the School of Health Sciences at The University of Memphis. He received his B.S. and M.A. in Health and Physical Education from Tennessee Technological University and his Ph.D. in Physical Education from Auburn University. 

His research program examines the use of the Sport Education curriculum model. Primary interests involve examining the use of Sport Education with children in the primary grades and university setting with a focus on teacher effectiveness, student competence and skill development. Other interests include examining high autonomy climates and the impact on student learning and student physical activity levels. In addition, he has began examining the use of Adaptive Learning in higher education and Sport Coaching. Interest in Sport Coaching include coach emotion, positive pedagogy, and instructional practices. His work has been published in peer-reviewed journals, such as the Journal of Teaching in Physical Education, Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy, and European Physical Education Review. He has also made several presentations at academic conferences, such as the Society of Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE America).   

• Ph.D. Physical Education - Auburn University - 2012
• M.A. Health and Physical Education - Tennessee Technological University - 2001
• B.S. Health and Physical Education - Tennessee Technological University - 1999

• Associate Professor of Physical Education Teacher Education, College of Health Sciences - University of Memphis - 2018-Present
• Assistant Professor of Physical Education Teacher Education, School of Health Studies - University of Memphis - 2012-2018
• Instructor, Kinesiology - Auburn University - 2007-2012
• Instructor, Health and Human Performance - Oklahoma State University - 2005-2007
• Physical Education Teacher, Elementary - Townville/LaFrance Elementary School - 2001-2005
• Graduate Teaching Assistant, Health and Physical Education - Tennesee Technological University - 1999-2001

• James E. Ward Student Honor Award - Tennessee Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance - 1999
• Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society - Tennessee Technological University - 1999
• Kappa Delta Pi Honor Society - Tennessee Technological University - 1999
• Who’s who in Academics - Tennessee Technological University - 1999
• Raymond "Bull" Brown Scholarship - Tennessee Technological University - 1998

• HLSC 2100: Wellness Concepts and Practice - University of Memphis
• ESMS 3700: Introduction to Exercise Physiology - University of Memphis
• ESMS 3450: Psychosocial Aspects of Exercise - University of Memphis
• ESMS 3405-Introduction to Anatomical Kinesiology - University of Memphis
• PETE 7204: Instructional Supervision of Physical Education - University of Memphis
• PETE 7202: Curriculum and Instructional Models in Physical Education - University of Memphis
• PETE 7201: Instructional Models for Physical Education - University of Memphis
• PETE 7152: Special Problems in Physical Education - University of Memphis
• PETE 7006: Instruction in Physical Education Teacher Education - University of Memphis
• PETE 4900: Student Teaching in Physical Education - University of Memphis
• PETE 4800: Professional Seminar for Physical Education - University of Memphis
• PETE 4605: Intern/PETE/Community PE - University of Memphis
• PETE 4501: Residency I Seminar - University of Memphis
• PETE 4200: Curriculum and Integrated Learning in Elementary Physical Education - University of Memphis
• PETE 3800: Instructional Strategies In Physical Education - University of Memphis
• PETE 3604: Teach Phys Ed/Health/K-Middle - University of Memphis
• PETE 3600: Sport Coaching Administration and Leadership - University of Memphis
• PETE 3550: Sport Officiating Techniques - University of Memphis
• PETE 3308: Exceptional Learners in Physical Education - University of Memphis
• PETE 2500: Methods Techniques of Coaching - University of Memphis
• PETE 2003: Skill Competence in Individual Sports - University of Memphis
• PETE 2002: Education Games and Team Sports Skills - University of Memphis
• PETE 2000: Introduction to Physical Education - University of Memphis
• PHED 1921: Team Sports-Basketball - University of Memphis
• PHED 1004: Jogging - University of Memphis
• KINE 4970: Special Topics: Coaching Basketball - Auburn University
• KINE 4970: Special Topics: Coaching Youth Sports - Auburn University
• KINE 4350: Teaching for Lifetime Physical Activity - Auburn University
• KINE 3820: Principles of Sport Coaching - Auburn University
• KINE 3230: Teaching Sport Skills - Auburn University
• KINE 3010: Instruction and Technology in Kinesiology - Auburn University
• KINE 2250: Motor Development During the School Years - Auburn University
• PHED 1240: Cardio Respiratory: Swim for Fitness - Auburn University
• PHED 1410: Team Sports: Basketball - Auburn University
• PHED 1420: Team Sports: Flag Football - Auburn University
• PHED 1450: Team Sports: Volleyball - Auburn University
• PHED 1510: Individual Sports: Bowling - Auburn University
• HHP 4480: Internship in Physical Education - Oklahoma State University
• HHP 3753: Methods in Teaching Elementary Physical Education - Oklahoma State University
• HHP 3430: Early Laboratory and Clinical Experiences in Physical Education - Oklahoma State University
• HHP 1832: Pedagogy of Sport Skills - Oklahoma State University
• HHP 1812: Pedagogy of Outdoor Skills - Oklahoma State University
• HHP 1753: Introduction to Physical Education - Oklahoma State University
• Elementary Physical Education Teacher - LaFrance Elementary, LaFrance, SC
• Elementary Physical Education Teacher - Townville Elementary, Townville, SC
• PHED 101: Badminton - Tennessee Technological University
• PHED 101: Tennis - Tennessee Technological University
• PHED 107: Volleyball - Tennessee Technological University

• Master of Science - Debra Wyatt - 2012
• Master of Science - Rebecca Bocz - 2013
• Master of Science - Micheal Crowe - 2013
• Master of Science - Craig Pluta - 2013
• Master of Science - Michael Lauderdale - 2014
• Master of Science - Cassandra Dowell - 2014
• Master of Science - Lloyd Robertson - 2014
• Master of Science - Endia Joiner - 2015
• Master of Science - Stefanie Mikesz - 2015
• Master of Science - Tiffany McCollins - 2015
• Master of Science - Begona Chapatte Ramos - 2015
• Master of Science - Jonathan Lanter - 2016
• Master of Science - Michael Pascal - 2016
• Master of Science - Dustin Duren - 2018
• Master of Science - Michael Criticos - 2020
• Master of Science - Erik Furseth - 2021
• Master of Science - Boone Brown - 2022

• Measuring and Comparing Performance and Emotional Outcomes of a Tactical Games’ Unit - Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance - $500 - 2019-2020
• Factors Impacting Swimming Participation and Competence - USA Swimming - $49,400 - 2017
• Examination of the State of Tennessee Physical Education Student Growth Measures - Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance - $500 - 2016-2017
• Factors Associated with Pathway from Beginning Swimming to Competitive Swimming for Minority Participants/Co-Investigator - USA Swimming - $12,000 - 2013-2017
• An Autonomy-Supportive Intervention on Physical Education Motivation and Physical Activity/Co-Investigator - AAHPERD - $5,000 - 2013-2014
• Get Fit with the Grizzlies/Co-Investigator - Memphis Grizzlies - $7,500 - 2012-2013
• Defining the status of physical education (PE) and physical education teacher education (PETE) in the state of Tennessee - University of Memphis-College of Health Sciences - $3,375 - 2023
• Does the emotional experience mediate the relationship between a Tactical Games Model unit and student achievement? - University of Memphis-School of Health Science - $7,500 - 2020
• IPads-Teaching Future Teachers - University of Memphis-Technology Access Fee Fund - $5,000 - 2018
• Polar Cardio GX Training System - University of Memphis-Technology Access Fee Fund - $11,600 - 2013

• Reviewer for Journal of Sports Science and Medicine -   - 2019-Present - Journal of Sports Science and Medicine
• Reviewer for Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy -   - 2016-Present - Taylor and Francis Group
• Reviewer for Journal of Teaching, Research, and Media in Kinesiology -   - 2015-Present - Journal of Teaching, Research, and Media in Kinesiology
• Editorial Board-Journal of Teaching, Research, and Media in Kinesiology -   - 2015-Present - Journal of Teaching, Research, and Media in Kinesiology
• Reviewer for European Physical Education Review -   - 2014-Present - Sagamore Journals
• Reviewer for Strategies Journal -   - 2014-Present - SHAPE America
• Reviewer for Journal of Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance -   - 2014-Present - SHAPE America
• Reviewer for Journal of Childhood Obesity -   - 2012-Present - Childhood Obesity
• Reviewer for National Conference on Undergraduate Research -   - 2017 - NCUR
• Reviewer for Tennessee Physical Education State Standards-Middle School -   - 2015 - Tennessee Department of Education
• Reviewer for McGraw-Hill Publishing Company College and University Instructional Physical Activity Program (C/UIPAP) Research Award proposal -   - 2011 - McGraw-Hill Publishing Company
• W. Clyde Partin Service Award Committee -   - 2020-2021 - SHAPE America
• Tour of Tennessee Workshop-Chattanooga - PE Teachers - 2019 - US Games/TAHPERD
• Tour of Tennessee Workshop-Memphis - PE Teachers - 2019 - US Games/TAHPERD
• TAHPERD Future Professionals Leadership Conference - PETE Students from Participating Universities - 2017-2018 - TAHPERD
• Speak Out! Day - Physical Education Advocates - 2018-2019; 2024 - SHAPE America/TAHPERD
• Municipal School Districs of Shelby County Professional Development Day - PE Teachers (Arlington, Bartlett, Collierville, Germantown, Lakeland, Millington) - 2017 - Municipal School Districts
• Bartlett School District Professional Development Day - Bartlett PE Teachers - 2017 - Bartlett City Schools
• Shelby County Schools In-Service - Physical Education Teachers - 2017 - Shelby County Schools
• Robertson County School District Professional Development - Physical Education Teachers - 2016 - Robertson County School DIstrict
• McNairy County School District Professional Development - Physical Education Teachers - 2013 - McNairy County School District
• Shelby County Schools In-Service - Physical Education Teachers - 2013 - Shelby County Schools
• W. Clyde Partin Service Award Committee -   - 2018-2020 - SHAPE America Southern District
• A Guide to Integrating Physical Education and Technology -   - 2016 - Fit Rated: Fitness Equipment Reviews
• PE/PA subcommittee of the Statewide School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) -   - 2023-2024 - Tennessee Department of Education
• Writing Committee for Tennessee Physical Education State Standards -   - 2022-2024 - Tennessee Department of Education
• Development Team for Tennessee Middle School Portfolios -   - 2015-2016 - Tennessee Department of Education
• Writing Committee for Tennessee Middle School Physical Education Student Growth Measures -   - 2015-2016 - Tennessee Department of Education
• Executive Director for Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance -   - 2023-Present - TAHPERD
• Finance Chair for Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance -   - 2019-Present - TAHPERD
• President for Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance -   - 2016-2019 - TAHPERD
• Vice President (Health and Wellness) for Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance -   - 2014-2016 - TAHPERD
• Research Chair for Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance -   - 2013-2019 - TAHPERD
• Volunteer Youth Baseball Coach -   - 2010-2012 - Opelika Parks and Recreation
• Church Deacon -   - 2010-2012 - Auburn Church of Christ
• Volunteer Youth Soccer Coach -   - 2008-2012 - Opelika Parks and Recreation
• PEP Grant Workshop Instructor -   - 2005-2007 - Guthrie Public Schools, Guthrie, OK
• Church Deacon -   - 2004-2005 - Clemson Church of Christ
• Assistant/JV Girls Basketball Coach -   - 2002-2005 - Pendleton High School, Pendleton, SC

• University of Memphis - Strategic Planning Committee - 2023
• University of Memphis - New Faculty Orientation: Teaching Effectiveness - 2022-2023
• University of Memphis - University Schools Athletic Taskforce - 2022
• University of Memphis - Internal Research Grant Application Review Team - 2021
• University of Memphis - First Year Student Picnic - 2021-Present
• University of Memphis - University Council for Graduate Studies - 2021-2024
• University of Memphis - Online Summer Institute-Faculty Fellow - 2020
• University of Memphis - Clinical Placement & Induction Coordinator-Search Committee - 2020
• University of Memphis - Membound Day - 2018-Present
• University of Memphis - CHS Scholarship Committee - 2017-Present
• University of Memphis - CHS Graduate Council - 2017-Present
• University of Memphis - Welcome Week Move-In Assistance - 2017-Present
• University of Memphis - PETE Unit Coordinator - 2017-Present
• University of Memphis - Tiger Success Institute Mentorship - 2016-Present
• University of Memphis - Faculty Reviewer/Undergraduate Student Research Forum - 2016-Present
• University of Memphis - NCATE Planning Committee - 2013-Present
• University of Memphis - TEP Interviewer - 2013-Present
• University of Memphis - Faculty Reviewer/Works in Progress Symposium - 2013-Present
• University of Memphis - "Ask Me" Assistance to Students - 2013-Present
• University of Memphis - Faculty Advisor-PETE Students - 2012-Present
• University of Memphis - SHS Undergraduate Council - 2014-2017
• University of Memphis - Volunteer for College of Education Student Welcome Week - 2013
• University of Memphis - CHS Strategic Planning Committee - 2013-2014
• University of Memphis - CHS Graduate Curriculum and Research Council - 2013-2014
• University of Memphis - CHS Community Affairs Committee - 2012-2014
• Auburn University - Auburn City Schools /Auburn University Professional Development System Committee - 2009-2012
• Auburn University - Auburn University Mens and Womens Ultimate Frisbee Club Advisor - 2008-2012
• Auburn University - Physical Education Teacher Education Admissions Committee - 2007-2012
• Oklahoma State University - Physical Education Teacher Education Admissions Committee - 2005-2007
• Tennessee Technological University - Sports Hall of Fame Committee - 1998-1999
• Tennessee Technological University - Teacher Education Committee - 1998-1999

• Layne, T. (2012). Supplemental materials. In P.A. Hastie. Foundations of moving and learning. San Diego, CA: Bridgepoint. 
    

• Brunsdon, J. & Layne, T. (In-preparation). Progressive character education: A case study of one physical education teacher attempting to cultivate character through sport education. Intended journals - Journal of Teaching in Physical Education/ Sport, Education and Society.   
• Brunsdon, J., Layne, T., & Hastie, P. (In-preparation). Influence of occupational socialization on PETE faculty  members. Journal TBD.
• Layne, T., Brunsdon, J., & Simonton, K. (In-preparation). Examination of middle and high school coaches use of curse words. Journal TBD.

• Brunsdon, J. & Layne, T. (In-Review). Impact of occupational socialization on how physical education teachers employ character education in schools. European Physical Education Review. 

• Layne, T., Simonton,K., Brunsdon, J., & Hastie, P. (2nd Review). Utilizing Sport Education during off-season high school golf team preparation: A case study. Journal of Teaching in Physical Education.

• Layne, T., Simonton, K., Brunsdon, J., & Pavlovic, M. (2023). Coach experiences during a pandemic: Navigating change in a challenging environment. The Sport Journal, 28, 1-17.

• Simonton, K. & Layne, T. (2023). Investigating middle school students' physical education emotions, emotional antecedents, self-esteem, and intentions for physical activity. Journal of Teaching in Physical Education, 42, 757-766. 

• Simonton, K., Layne, T., Brown, B. & Loupe, K. (2023). Physical education teacher experiences through the lens of a pandemic: Putting a spotlight on teacher beliefs, practices, emotional fragility, and well-being. Journal of Teaching in Physical Education, 42, 123-134. 
  
• Layne, T., Irwin, C., & Simonton, K. (2022). Teacher perspectives on the Tennessee student growth measures in physical education. Physical Educator, 79(6), 689-712.
• Threatt, A., Simonton, K., & Layne, T. (2022). Motivating students through content and curriculum models: Building a Sport Education Tactical Games Model (SETGM) unit on Spikeball. Journal of Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, 93(7), 31-38.
  
• Layne, T., Simonton, K., & Irwin, C. (2022). Effects of a sport education instructional model and heart rate monitor system on the physical activity and jump rope performance of fourth grade students. Journal of Physical Education and Sport, 22(4), 889-899.
• Layne, T., Yli-Piipari, S., & Knox, T. (2021). Physical activity break program to improve elementary students’ executive function and mathematics performance. Education 3-13, 49(5), 583-591.
  
• Deng, Y., Hwang, Y., Layne, T., & Yli-Piipari,S.(2021). Parents shape their children’s physical activity during unstructured recess through intrinsic value the children possess. International Journal of Physical Education, Fitness and Sports, 10(3), 103-113.
• Simonton, K. L., Layne, T., & Irwin, C. (2021). Project-based learning and its potential in physical education: A curriculum inquiry. Curriculum Studies in Health and Physical Education, 12, 35-52.
• Duren, D., Layne, T., Bray, N., & Irwin, C. (2021). Adapting: A study of implementing adaptive personalized instruction, innovation, and technology from an instructor’s perspective. Physical Educator, 78(1), p. 11-30. 
  
• Criticos, M., Layne, T., Simonton, K., & Irwin, C. (2020) Gender differences with anxiety, perceived competence, and grit in collegiate track and field throwers. Journal of Physical Education and Sport, 20(5), p. 2751-2759. 
• Lanter, J., Layne, T., & Irwin, C. (2020). Analysis of instruction on a university strength training activity course. Physical Educator, 77(4), p. 742-758.
  
• Layne, T., Irwin, C., Pharr, J., & Irwin, R.  (2020). Factors impacting swimming participation and competence: Qualitative report. International Journal of Aquatic Research and Education, 12(4), p. 1-26.
• Pascal, M., Layne, T., & Irwin, C. (2019). Analysis of the Polar cardio GX system on student motivation and parent satisfaction. Journal of Teaching, Research, & Media, 17, 9-15.
  
• Irwin, C., Pharr, J., Layne, T., & Irwin, R.  (2019). An investigation of youth swimming skills and method of instruction. International Journal of Aquatic Research and Education, 11(3), 1-12.
  
• Irwin, C., Pharr, J., Irwin, R., & Layne, T. (2018). Youth swimming ability and associated factors in the United States-2010-2017. American Journal of Health Behavior, 42, 32-42.
  
• Yli-Piipari, S., Layne, T., Hinson, J., and Irwin, C. (2018). Illuminating motivational pathways to leisure-time physical activity in urban physical education: A cluster-randomized trial. Journal of Teaching in Physical Education, 37 (2), 123-132.
  
• Layne, T. & Blassingame, J. (2018). Analysis of a physical education teacher education field experience working one-on-one with students with severe and profound disabilities in a self-contained environment. Physical Educator, 75 (4), 682-699.
• Pharr, J., Irwin, C., Layne, T., & Irwin, R.  (2018). Predictors of Swimming Ability Among Children and Adolescents in the United States. Sports, 6(1), 17.
  
• Layne, T. (2017). Sport education in the primary grades . Active+Healthy, 24(2/3), 44-47.
• Layne, T. (2017).Whiffle ball: Turning a backyard favorite into an appropriate physical education unit. Strategies, 30(4), 32-40.
  
• Layne, T., Chapatte-Ramos, B., & Irwin, C. (2016). An evaluation of teachers’ knowledge and use of physical education instructional models. Journal of Physical Education and Sport, 16(4), 1310-1315.
  
• Yli-Piipari, S., Layne, T., McCollins, T., & Knox, T. (2016). The impact of classroom physical activity breaks on middle school students health-related fitness: An Xbox one kinetic delivered 4-week intervention. Journal of Teaching, Research, & Media, 12, 1-18.
  
• Layne, T. & Hastie, P. (2016). Analysis of teaching physical education to second grade students using sport education. Education 3-13, 44(2), 226-240.
  

• Inoue, Y., Yli-Piipari, S., Layne, T., Chambliss, H.O., & Irwin, C.C. (2015). A preliminary study of a professional sport organization's family-centered health promotion initiative. International Review on Public and Nonprofit Marketing, 12(2), 189-205.
  

• Layne, T. (2015). Analysis of instructional impact on the running performance of university students. Journal of Teaching, Research, & Media, 4, 1-14.
  

• Lauderdale, M., Yli-Piipari, S., Irwin, C., & Layne, T. (2015). Gender differences regarding motivation for physical activity among college students: A self-determination approach . Physical Educator, 72(5), 153-172.

• Layne, T. & Yli-Piipari, S. (2015). Effects of the sport education model on university students game performance and content knowledge in basketball. Journal of Sport Research, 2(2), 24-36.
  

• Layne, T. & Hastie, P. (2015). A task analysis of a sport education physical education season for fourth grade students. Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy, 20(3), 314-328.

• Layne, T. & Hastie, P. (2014). Development of game performance by novice learners participating in a sport education physical education unit. Journal of Physical Education and Sport, 14(3), 317-323.
  

• Layne, T. (2014). Competition within physical education: Using sport education and other recommendations to create a productive, competitive environment. Strategies, 27, 3-7.

• Layne, T. & Hastie, P. (2014). Active involvement and accuracy of calls of novice referees during a season of sport education. Physical Educator, 71 (3), 454-467.
  

• Hastie, P., Sinelnikov, O. A., Wallhead, T., & Layne, T. (2014). Perceived and actual motivational climate of a mastery-involving sport education season. European Physical Education Review, 20(2), 215-228.

• Hastie, P., Layne, T., & Mesquita, I. (2013). Evaluating game performance from external experts in Sport Education: A case study of Handball. Revista Portuguesa de Ciências do Desporto, 13(1), 23-37.

• Hastie, P., Layne, T., van der Mars, H., & Wadsworth, D. (2012). The effects of prompts and reinforcement on out-of-school physical activity of elementary school-aged students. Journal of Teaching in Physical Education, 31, 131-145.    

• Layne, T. & Hastie, P. (2012) Student and teacher responses to a high autonomy climate in physical education within a sport education season. PHEnex Journal, 4(1), 1-13. 
  

• Layne, T., Simonton, K., Brunsdon, J., & Pavlovic, M. (2022). Coach experiences during a pandemic: Navigating change in a challenging environment. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 93: A78. (Shape America New Orleans, LA).
• Layne, T. & Irwin, C. (2019). Teacher perspectives on the Tennessee student growth measures in physical education. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport. (Shape America Tampa, FL).
• Irwin, C., Pharr, J., Layne, T., & Irwin, R. (2019). Enhancing diversity in swimming: Focus group ideas toward solutions. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport. (Shape America Tampa, FL).
• Duren, D., Layne, T. & Irwin, C. (2019). Adapting: A study of implementing adaptive personalized instruction, innovation, and technology from an instructor's perspective. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport. (Shape America Tampa, FL).
• Manninen, M., Yli-Piipari, Layne, T., & Knox, T. (2018). Effects of acute exercise physical activity program on academic achievement. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 89: A19 . (Shape America Nashville, TN).
• Yli-Piipari & Layne, T. (2018). Parents roles in children's beliefs and values of physical activity. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 89: A47-48. (Shape America Nashville, TN).
• Irwin, C., Layne, T., Irwin, R. & Pharr, J. (2018). Factors impacting swimming participation and competence. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 89: A130-131. (Shape America Nashville, TN).
• Layne, T. & Irwin, C. (2017). Impact of instruction and technology on activity and skill improvement. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 88: A136 . (Shape America Boston, MA).
• Lanter, J. Layne, T., & Irwin, C. (2017). Analysis of instruction on a university strength training activity course. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 88: A152. (Shape America Boston, MA).
  
• Irwin, C., Li, Y., Bene, E., Rach, A., Baughman, B., Weiss, L., and Layne, T. (2015). Test-retest reliability of selected NeuroCom® postural stability assessments. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 86: A15-A16. (Shape America Seattle, WA).
  
• Yli-Piipari, S., Layne, T., & Irwin, C. (2015). An autonomy-supportive intervention on physical education motivation and physical activity. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 86: A166. (Shape America Seattle, WA).
  
• Layne, T. & Irwin, C. (2015). Perceptions of working one-on-one with a student with severe disabilities. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 86: A131. (Shape America Seattle, WA).
  
• Layne, T. & Hastie, P. (2014). Analysis of teaching second-grade students using sport education. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 85: A44. (AAHPERD St. Louis, MO)

• Layne, T. & Hastie, P. (2013). Capabilities of primary students participating in a sport education unit. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 84: A47. (AAHPERD Charlotte, NC)

• Layne, T. & Hastie, P. (2012). Students' responses to a high autonomy format of sport education. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 83: A51. (AAHPERD Boston, MA)   

• Simonton, K., Garn, A., & Layne, T. (Accepted). Unit by unit relationships between content and student emotions and beliefs in secondary physical education. AIESEP Conference (International Association for Physical Education in Higher Education), Santiago, Chile.
  
• Brunsdon, J., Loupe, K., Coleman, D. & Layne, T. (Accepted).“It’s about bringing people together”: One middle school physical education teacher’s attempt at deploying character education. AIESEP Conference (International Association for Physical Education in Higher Education), Santiago, Chile.
• Brunsdon, J., Layne, T. & Hastie, P. (In-Review). Impact of secondary organizational socialization on early career faculty members’ delivery of PETE . AIESEP Conference (International Association for Physical Education in Higher Education), Santiago, Chile.
  
• Layne, T., Brunsdon, J., & Simonton, K. (March, 2023). The use of curse words among secondary athletic coaches. SHAPE America Convention. Seattle, WA.
  
• Brunsdon, J., Coleman, D., Loupe, K., & Layne, T. (March, 2023). One Elementary School Physical Education Teacher’s Efforts at Employing Character Education. SHAPE America Convention. Seattle, WA. 
• Layne, T. (October, 2022). Creating a student designed games unit. Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. Murfreesboro, TN.
• Layne, T. & Simonton, K. (June, 2022). Using the sport education model for off-season high school golf team training. AIESEP Conference (International Association for Physical Education in Higher Education), Gold Coast, Australia.
• Simonton, K. & Layne, T.  (June, 2022). Investigating middle school students physical education emotions, emotional antecedents, self-esteem, and intentions for physical activity. AIESEP Conference (International Association for Physical Education in Higher Education), Gold Coast, Australia.
• Layne, T., Simonton, K., Brunsdon, J., & Pavlovic, M. (April, 2022). Coaches experiences during a pandemic: Emotions, labor, exhaustion, and coping. SHAPE America National Convention. New Orleans, LA.
  
• Irwin, C., Bocz, B., Brunsdon, J., & Layne, T. (October, 2021). Lieberman-Brian Inclusion Scale for Physical Education.Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. Murfreesboro, TN.
• Layne, T. & Loupe, K.(October, 2021). Introduction of Competition Phase of a Pickelball Sport Education Season. Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. Murfreesboro, TN.
• Layne, T. & Loupe, K.(October, 2021). Introduction of Pre-Season Phase of a Pickelball Sport Education Season. Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. Murfreesboro, TN.
• Simonton, K., Loupe, K., Brown, B., & Layne, T.  (March, 2021). Social-Emotional Learning: How do we Implement it Effectively? Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. Murfreesboro, TN.
• Layne, T., Simonton, K. L., Threatt, A., Loupe, K., & Brown, B. (March, 2021). Introduction of a Sport Education Pickleball Season. Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. Murfreesboro, TN.
• Layne, T.. (October, 2019). Developmentally Appropriate Wiffle Ball. Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. Murfreesboro, TN.
• Layne, T.. (October, 2019). Pickle Ball Drills for Tactical Development. Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. Murfreesboro, TN.
• Layne, T. & Irwin, C. (June, 2019). Development of Minority Youth Swimming Ability: Diminishing Disparities and Drowning. AIESEP Conference (International Association for Physical Education in Higher Education), Garden City, NY.
  
• Layne, T. (April, 2019). Resume Writing. SHAPE America National Convention. Tampa, FL.
  
• Layne, T., & Irwin, C. (April, 2019). Teacher Perspectives on the Tennessee Student Growth Measures in Physical Education. SHAPE America National Convention. Tampa, FL.
  
• Irwin, C., Layne, T., Pharr, J., & Irwin, R. (April, 2019). Enhancing Diversity in Swimming: Focus Group Ideas Toward Solutions. SHAPE America National Convention. Tampa, FL.
  
• Duren, D., Layne, T., Bray, N., & Irwin, C. (April, 2019). Adapting: A Study of Implementing Adaptive Personalized Instruction, Innovation, and Technology from an Instructor's Perspective. SHAPE America National Convention. Tampa, FL.
  
• Irwin, C., Layne, T., & Pharr, J. (October, 2018). Factors Impacting Swimming Participation and Competence. Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. Murfreesboro, TN.
• Bray, N., Layne, T. & Irwin, C. (October, 2018). Using Gamified Learning in PETE Programs. Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. Murfreesboro, TN.
• Layne, T., Bocz, B., Bray, N., & Irwin, C. (October, 2018). Praxis Prep Academy. Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. Murfreesboro, TN.
• Layne, T.. (October, 2018). Games Designed by College Students. Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. Murfreesboro, TN.
• Pharr, J., Irwin, C., Layne, T., & Irwin, R.  (November, 2018). Predictors of Swimming Ability Among Children and Adolescents in the United States. American Public Health Association Annual Meeting, San Diego, CA.
•  Layne, T., Irwin, C., Pharr, J., & Irwin, R. (October, 2018). Factors impacting swimming participation and competence: Qualitative report. PETE & HETE Conference, Salt Lake City, UT.
  
• Irwin, C., Pharr, J., Layne, T. & Irwin, R. (March, 2018). Factors Impacting Swimming Participation and Competence. SHAPE America National Convention. Nashville, TN.
  
• Yli-Piipari, S., & Layne, T. (March, 2018). Parents' Roles in Children’s Beliefs and Values of Physical Activity. SHAPE America National Convention. Nashville, TN.
  
• Yli-Piipari, S., Knox, T., Manninen, M., & Layne, T. (March, 2018). Effects of Acute Exercise Physical Activity Program on Academic Achievement. SHAPE America National Convention. Nashville, TN.
  
• Layne, T., Bateman, S., Bocz, R., Cooke, J., & Duren, D. (November, 2017). Games Designed by College Students. Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. Murfreesboro, TN.
• Layne, T. & Irwin, C. (November, 2017). Teacher perspectives on the Tennessee Student Growth Measures in physical education. Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. Murfreesboro, TN.
  
• Lanter, J. & Layne, T., & Irwin, C. (March, 2017). Analysis of Instruction on a University Strength Training Activity Course. SHAPE America National Convention. Boston, MA.
  
• Layne, T. & Irwin, C. (March, 2017). Impact of Instruction and Technology on Activity and Skill Improvement. SHAPE America National Convention. Boston, MA.
  
• Layne, T. (November, 2016). Games Designed by College Students. Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. Murfreesboro, TN.
  
• Layne, T. & Chapette-Ramos, B. (June, 2016). An Evaluation of Teachers' Knowledge and Use of Physical Education Instructional Models. AIESEP Conference (International Association for Physical Education in Higher Education), Laramie, WY.
  
• Layne, T., Yli-Piipari, S., & McCollins, T. (June, 2016). The Impact of Classroom Physical Activity Breaks on Middle School Students' Health-Related Fitness: A 4-Week Intervention. AIESEP Conference (International Association for Physical Education in Higher Education).
  
• Yli-Piipari, S., Irwin, C., & Layne, T. (May, 2016). A Randomized Controlled Trial to Test the Feasibility of the Trans-Contextual Model in Physical Activity. American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) National Conference.
  
• Irwin, C., Layne, T., & Bray, N. (October, 2015). Instructional Models for Physical Education. Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. Murfreesboro, TN.
  
• Irwin, C. & Layne, T. (October, 2015). Improve Learning in Physical Education: Instructional Models. Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, Murfreesboro, TN.
  
• Layne, T., Fisher, B., & Whitlock, C. (October, 2015). Middle School Student Growth Measures. Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, Murfreesboro, TN.
  
• Layne, T. (October, 2015). Games Designed by College Students. Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. Murfreesboro, TN.
  
• Irwin, C., Li, Y., Bene, E., Rach, A., Baughman, B., Weiss, L., and Layne, T. (March, 2015) Test-Retest Reliability of Selected NeuroCom® Postural Stability Assessments. Society for Health and Physical Educators Annual Convention. Seattle, WA.
  
• Layne, T. (March, 2015). Perceptions of Working One-on-One with a Student with Severe Disabilities. SHAPE America National Convention. Seattle, WA.
  
• Layne, T. (October, 2014). Sport Education: An Example Lesson. Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, Murfreesboro, TN.
  

•  Layne, T.  (June, 2014). Effects of Sport Education on the Development of Game Performance and Tactical Decision-making of a University Basketball Class. AAHPERD National Coaching Conference. Washington, D.C.

• Yli-Piipari, S., Layne, T., & Irwin, C. (April, 2014). An Autonomy-Supportive Intervention on Physical Education Motivation and Physical Activity. AAHPERD National Convention. St. Louis, MO.

• Layne, T. & Hastie, P. (April, 2014). Analysis of Teaching 2nd Grade Students Using Sport Education. AAHPERD National Convention. St. Louis, MO
  
  
• Layne, T. (October, 2013). Games Designed by Students. Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, Murfreesboro, TN.
  
  
• Irwin, C., Layne, T., & Wagner, S. (October, 2013). Common Core and Physical Education. Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, Murfreesboro, TN.
  
  
• Layne, T. & Hastie, P. (April, 2013). Capabilities of Primary Students Participating in a Sport Education Unit. AAHPERD National Convention. Charlotte, NC
  
  
• Layne, T. (October, 2012). Sport Education in Elementary Physical Education-Part 1. Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, Murfreesboro, TN.
  
  
• Layne, T. (October, 2012). Sport Education in Elementary Physical Education-Part 2. Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, Murfreesboro, TN.
  
  
• Layne, T. & Hastie, P. (March, 2012) Students' Responses to a High Autonomy Format of Sport   Education. AAHPERD National Convention. Boston, MA
  
  
• Layne, T. (March, 2012) College/University Instructional Physical Activity Program & Wellness: Half-Day Conference (Innovative Teaching Presenter). AAHPERD National Convention. Boston, MA
  
  
• Layne, T., Hicks, L., & Martinez, A. (April, 2011). Best Practices for Viable Instructional Physical Activity Programs (IPAPs). AAHPERD National Convention. San Diego, CA.
  
  
• Layne, T. (January, 2010). Sport Education Unit: Jump Rope. Share the Wealth Conference. Jekyll Island, GA.
  
  
• Sinelnikov, O. A., Hastie, P. & Layne, T. (October 2010). Objective and perceived motivational climate during a season of sport education. AIESEP World Congress. A Coruna, Spain.
  
  
• Hastie, P., Layne, T. &  Sinelnikov, O. A. (October 2010). The effects of prompts and reinforcement on out-of-school physical activity of elementary school-aged students. AIESEP World Congress. A Coruna, Spain.
  
  
• Layne, T. and Hastie, P. (January, 2009). Basketball: It's Not Just Dribbling, Passing and Shooting. Share the Wealth Conference. Jekyll Island, GA.
  
  
• Hastie, P. and Layne, T. (January, 2009). Teaching Team Handball: What Students Learn  Just By Playing and What You Have to Specifically Teach Them. Share the Wealth   Conference. Jekyll Island, GA.
  
  
• Hastie, P. and Layne, T. (January, 2009). Games Making: Helping Students Understand Skill and Strategy. Share the Wealth Conference. Jekyll Island, GA.