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Kozub, Francis M.; Sherblom, Patricia R.; Perry, Tara L. – Quest, 1999
Discusses learner diversity in physical education, drawing parallels among attempts to integrate children with disabilities, less skilled learners, and disinterested learners; examining ethical versus comparative inclusion paradigms (highlighting Paul and Wards' 1996 research); and suggesting how physical educators might better serve all students'…
Descriptors: Disabilities, Diversity (Student), Elementary Secondary Education, Ethics
Dyson, Ben; Griffin, Linda L.; Hastie, Peter A. – Quest, 2004
The purpose of this article is to present Sport Education, Tactical Games, and Cooperative Learning as valuable instructional models in physical education. Situated learning is used as a theoretical framework and connection between Sport Education, Tactical Games, and Cooperative Learning. The structures of Sport Education, Tactical Games, and…
Descriptors: Physical Education, Cooperative Learning, Active Learning, Interpersonal Relationship

Chu, Donald – Quest, 1982
The development of successful intercollegiate athletic teams has become increasingly important as a formal concern of higher education institutions. This situation has evolved from the historical lack of social consensus (or "charter") on appropriate goals of higher education and from the program objectives of business-minded college…
Descriptors: Athletics, College Presidents, College Programs, College Role

Williams, L. R. T. – Quest, 1979
Based on projected enrollment trends, the need exists for expanded teacher education programs in the area of physical education in New Zealand. (LH)
Descriptors: Curriculum Design, Educational Needs, Educational Trends, Enrollment Influences

Collier, Connie S.; O'Sullivan, Mary – Quest, 1997
Examines the use of the case method to reform physical education teacher education. Reviews research on the use of cases in other professional preparation programs, and on multicultural education and case method, and technology-based cases. Offers suggestions on possibilities and pitfalls in using case method. (SM)
Descriptors: Case Method (Teaching Technique), Diversity (Student), Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education

Turner, Adrian; Martinek, Thomas J. – Quest, 1995
Compares two models of game instruction: the technique model and the "games for understanding" model. The analysis indicates that the second provides a more feasible way of teaching strategic decision making for game players. Includes discussion of various theories that contrast the two approaches. (JB)
Descriptors: Athletics, Comparative Analysis, Decision Making Skills, Educational Strategies

Placek, Judith H. – Quest, 1992
Reviews current thinking about middle school physical education and raises questions about its place in middle schools. It is suggested that physical education be integrated into the core curriculum of middle schools, and five conceptions of middle school physical education are offered. (GLR)
Descriptors: Core Curriculum, Curriculum Development, Integrated Curriculum, Intermediate Grades

Charles, John M. – Quest, 1996
This paper examines how curriculum and scholarship might be structured to promote connectedness within the university, extrapolating the nature of the interdependence of kinesiology and society through an analysis of the professional challenges awaiting graduates beyond the walls of the academy. (SM)
Descriptors: Athletics, College Faculty, General Education, Health Promotion
Kretchmar, R. Scott – Quest, 2005
The papers presented at the 2004 Academy meetings can be thought of as pieces from jigsaw puzzles. While the employment of this metaphor over the years has been useful, we may be ready for a new image, one that is both more accurate and inspiring. We can picture ourselves working at different locations along a river bank. Some of us work upstream,…
Descriptors: Physiology, Anatomy, Ethics, Exercise Physiology
Li, Weidong, Lee, Amelia – Quest, 2004
Over the past 20 years, many theories on achievement motivation have been established to understand the complex interaction of motivational variables and identify the conditions that can enhance individuals' motivation. This review explores the role of conceptions of ability, its relations to other major motivational frameworks and factors…
Descriptors: Student Motivation, Achievement Need, Ability, Concept Formation

Fischman, Mark G.; And Others – Quest, 1981
Research about the retention and transfer of motor skills is reviewed and applied to physical education and sport settings. More research that is theoretically and empirically based and from which practitioners can draw their technology is needed. (Authors/CJ)
Descriptors: Athletics, Cognitive Processes, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education

Gould, Daniel R.; Roberts, Glyn C. – Quest, 1981
Psychological and motor performance modeling research literature is reviewed to identify important factors involved in and affecting the modeling process as it relates to motor skill acquisition. Future research directions are discussed, and implications for physical educators and coaches who employ modeling as an instructional technique are…
Descriptors: Athletic Coaches, Athletics, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education

Templin, Thomas J.; And Others – Quest, 1982
To explain why college students enter physical education teacher programs, D. Lortie's paradigm of occupational choice and anticipatory socialization was applied to physical education entry studies. Interpersonal and service dimensions of teaching, enjoyment of sports, job security, easy entrance standards, and other factors were influential in…
Descriptors: Athletic Coaches, Career Choice, College Students, Higher Education

Hellison, Don – Quest, 1991
Examines the effects of the recent subdisciplinary research emphasis in physical education scholarship on whole-person issues. Social problems suggest a need for whole-person research in physical education, but research results are rarely put into practice. Another approach to scholarship is necessary to augment current research. (SM)
Descriptors: Educational Theories, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education, Holistic Approach

Lawson, Hal A. – Quest, 1993
There is growing consensus about schools' roles as the national agenda emphasizes economic and social improvement via school reform, prioritizing relationships among schools, families, agencies, and health organizations. As schools are being reinvented, educators are examining the impact on physical education, particularly the relationship between…
Descriptors: Economic Progress, Educational Change, Elementary Secondary Education, Family School Relationship