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Students' Motivation, Physical Activity Levels, & Health-Related Physical Fitness in Middle School Physical Education
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Gao, Zan; Newton, Maria; Carson, Russell L. – Middle Grades Research Journal, 2008
This study examines the predictive utility of students' motivation (self-efficacy and task values) to their physical activity levels and health-related physical fitness (cardiovascular fitness and muscular strength/endurance) in middle school fitness activity classes. Participants (N = 305) responded to questionnaires assessing their self-efficacy…
Descriptors: Physical Education, Muscular Strength, Physical Activities, Self Efficacy
At-Risk Programs for Middle School and High School: Essential Components and Recommendations for Administrators and Teachers.
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Bateman, Susan; Karr-Kidwell, PJ – 1995
This paper provides an extensive literature review concerning at-risk students and their needs, identifies the essential components necessary for effective at-risk programming, and describes successful at-risk programs and recommendations for administrators and teachers at the middle- and high-school levels. The literature review presents research…
Descriptors: Educationally Disadvantaged, Elementary School Students, High Risk Students, High Schools
Research into Practice. Constructivist Learning and Teaching.
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Kamii, Constance; Lewis, Barbara A. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1990
Discussed is a constructivist view of mathematics education. The basic tenets and goals are described. The role of the student and teacher are highlighted. The constructivist and traditional views of instruction are compared and contrasted. (KR)
Descriptors: Curriculum Evaluation, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Theories, Mathematics Education