A revision of the document of the same title published in 1971, this publication contains the description of each physical education test event designated by the California State Board of Education annually. Also included are directions for administering, conditioning, reporting, and using the results of the test events. The new norm tables…

This pamphlet is designed to help school personnel in Massachusetts achieve equal opportunity in physical education and sports programs for all students, regardless of sex. Answers are provided for some of the most commonly raised questions on this issue: (1) Do the regulations require that all physical education classes be coeducational? (2) Do…

The development of an inventory used to investigate the degree of sex equity in secondary school physical education departments is described. The report is in six parts: 1) the development of the conceptual plan; 2) the design and preparation of the inventory; 3) analysis of the inventory by external readers; 4) selection and briefing of field…

Designed to aid those who provide technical assistance to school districts in the implementation of sex equity in educational programs, this document includes Office of Civil Rights (OCR) regulations and interpretations for enforcement with local educational agencies (LEAs); ramifications of the law for LEAs and State educational agencies (SEAs);…

In 1995 the streamlined British national curriculum defined outdoor education as "outdoor and adventurous activities" (OAA) and placed it within the physical education (PE) curriculum. However, many PE teachers lack a knowledge of outdoor education and, when faced with limitations in time, resources, facilities, and expertise, may choose…

In September 2000, the Physical Education Kindergarten to Grade 12 Program of Studies was approved for implementation in Alberta, Canada. This program helps enable individuals to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to lead an active, healthy lifestyle. The four general outcomes are the ABCDs (Activity, Benefits Health,…

This guide discusses the assessment of heart rate and, in particular, the assessment of heart rate using a heart monitor. Part 1, "Foundation for the Use of Heart Rate," reviews literature about heart rate assessment and heart rate monitors, offering an overview of national guidelines for physical activity. It focuses on the importance…

It is important that teachers test not only knowledge, but also comprehension, application, synthesis, and evaluation. Several suggestions for test items in physical education are presented. (CJ)

Boston University's Case Physical Education Center generates more than $250,000 a year in rentals and concession income. Guidelines are offered for using school resources to produce additional revenues. (Author/MLF)

The physical education experience is designed to develop student interest and motivation through flexibility and variety. An elective program was developed to give the students freedom to choose appropriate activities. Emphasis was placed on physical fitness as a lifetime pursuit. (JN)

By completing a short worksheet, physical education students can develop and practice a five-step fitness plan that is appropriate for elementary through college students. The steps include: selecting an appropriate goal and listing costs and benefits, assessing progress, creating a supportive environment, using supportive self-messages, and…

With increased enrollments and more girls participating in sports programs, the challenge for planners is to get the most functional and interactive use from the same space. Lists critical safety requirements. (MLF)

Several articles provide a theoretical overview of the Laban Movement Analysis (LMA) and describe its application. Rudolf Laban's work has many applications relevant to dance, physical education, recreation, and movement education. LMA involves training and refining how one perceives movement. It can help educators better understand students from…

Describes how middle school physical education teachers can create and maintain a positive learning environment that will last all year long. Crucial to this enterprise is the action that they take at the beginning of the school year. During this time, successful teachers must establish class rules, develop routines, and convey expectations. (SM)

Increasing numbers of home-schooled students who need regular physical activity indicate the need for home-school physical education (PE) programs on college campuses. This paper describes the development of one such program, highlighting: home schooling and clinical settings; procedures for establishing clinical programs; organizing clinical…