Student teacher supervisors can use the Effective Supervision Guide to facilitate the organization of data generated from monitoring student teachers. The guide's components include: baseline performance; behaviors needing remediation; remediation strategies; evaluation criteria; and commencement and completion dates for remediating behaviors. (CB)

This study sought to determine general levels of physical fitness and knowledge of basic fitness concepts of 50 hearing-impaired college freshman. Results indicated that fitness levels of subjects were not significantly different from those of non-impaired peers, although knowledge levels of subjects appeared to be lower than the norms for…

The author reviews the literature on aquatic activity for the disabled, discussing the physical, physiological, psychological, and sociological benefits of swimming and water safety activities. Unique properties of water and legal requirements regarding physical education of the handicapped, specifically citing the development of skills in…

Student teaching is considered the most important experience of a teacher preparation program. The supervisor of student teachers must possess excellent observation skills and be able to change behaviors. Suggestions for supervisors of physical education student teachers are offered. (DF)

Sex fair performance evaluation has been a primary concern in physical education. A discussion of physiological differences between males and females shows how problems in developing fair evaluation plans arise. Suggestions for developing a sex fair grading plan and an example program adaptable to other settings are offered. (DF)

The results of an investigation to determine the effect of the Children's Developmental Play Program on behavioral and neuromotor functioning of developmentally disabled children indicates that it serves as a valuable resource to the child, community, and inservice teachers. This study observed risk-taking behaviors, self-concept, and motor skills…

Argues that it is imperative to develop very early in an inner city child's education those physical skills that have a high potential for carry-on and carry-over value that these students can utilize during their leisure time; that if these skills are neglected to be taught, there is every possibility that the child will never be exposed to them…

The most critical problem for deaf children is the lack of communication and its effect on social development. Play and physical education activities provide deaf children with opportunities for socialization and motor growth. Sixteen movement activities are offered that can be implemented in homogeneous or mainstreaming situations. (JN)

In the past, physical educators and coaches have been too superficial and lax in their professional efforts. Teachers in the disciplines of physical education and sports need to develop identifiable, consistent educational philosophies. (JN)

Attitudes toward physical activity among 564 undergraduate and graduate students were primarily influenced by gender, year in school, activity class enrollment, and the passage of time. An experimental group, which received mini-lectures on the scientific bases of exercise, showed little significant change in attitude. The survey instrument is…

Researchers (Figone, 1986; Massengale, 1980; Darst & Pangrazi, 1996) assume that the dual role conflict of a teacher/coach results in role retreatism behavior; that is, one role becomes dominate over time, usually coaching over teaching. The purpose of this study was to determine if teacher/coaches demonstrated retreatism behavior in the areas…

Motivation is often a major concern for educators in all subject areas. Educational benefits associated with increased levels of student motivation have been well-documented within educational research. Improving student motivation can be affected by the educational environment (motivational climate), developed by the teacher. This study examined…

Examines the need for physical education for preschool children, and suggests ways in which physical educators could become involved. (PB)

A questionnaire was developed to enable teachers in physical education departments to evaluate department chairmen for personal qualities, professional growth, teaching effectiveness, and administrative responsibilities. (GW)