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Download full textBeauchamp, Larry S. – 1980
This paper presents, in question-and-answer format, a discussion of the complexities and implications of physical education theory and suggestions for applying this knowledge to the development of physical fitness programs in Canadian schools. The questions consider: (1) the need for physical exercise; (2) definition of physical fitness; (3) basic…
Descriptors: Athletics, Curriculum Development, Educational Trends, Elementary Secondary Education
Silverman, Stephen – 1983
This study investigated the relationship between engagement and achievement for college students in an intermediate swimming class. It also examined this relationship for students who entered the class with different initial skill levels, different previous experience with the subject matter, and for students of different gender. The methodology…
Descriptors: Attention, Educational Research, Higher Education, Motor Development
Shephard, Roy J., Ed.; Lavallee, Hugues, Ed. – 1978
The articles contained in this book represent a transcript of proceedings of a conference on physical fitness assessment sponsored by the International Committee for Physical Fitness Research and the University of Quebec. The papers cover a wide variety of topics on fitness testing, assessment of athletic performance, improvement of school…
Descriptors: Athletics, Conference Reports, Evaluation Methods, Foreign Countries
Vodola, Thomas M. – 1978
As part of the Project ACTIVE (All Children Totally InVolved Exercising) Teacher Training Model Kit, the manual is designed to provide ACTIVE adopters and potential adopters with: a realistic basis for assessing and evaluating the physical and motor proficiency of ambulatory individuals who are mentally retarded, learning disabled, or emotionally…
Descriptors: Adapted Physical Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Emotional Disturbances, Evaluation Methods
California State Dept. of Education, Sacramento. – 1981
Nutrition Education Today is a state-funded curriculum project that addresses the behavioral aspects of nutrition as well as the nutritional knowledge of secondary school students in California. The curriculum design for the Nutrition Education Today project is a result of the efforts of a statewide task force of specialists in the area of…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Behavior Patterns, Consumer Education, Curriculum Development
MacLean, Janet R. – 1981
Ways in which health professionals may improve the quality of life for older adults are considered. Needs must be met in the following areas: (1) safe housing; (2) convenient transportation; (3) protection against street crime; (4) improved communication systems; (5) educational programs; (6) nutrition for the elderly; and (7) physical fitness and…
Descriptors: Delivery Systems, Educational Opportunities, Housing Needs, Leisure Time
Svoboda, Milan; And Others – 1981
The fundamentals of exercise physiology (the study of the physiological effects of bodily exertion) form the basis for this booklet designed for teachers of physical education. The scientific principles underlying the building of muscular strength and flexibility are described and illustrated. Topics covered include: (1) muscular strength,…
Descriptors: Cardiovascular System, Elementary Secondary Education, Exercise Physiology, Human Body
Scott, M. Gladys, Ed. – 1977
In these sessions an attempt was made to analyze the profession of physical education for identification of the elements and reasons for diversification and to synthesize through establishing relationships among various subdisciplines. Attention was focused on the relationships that exist among emerging subdisciplines in physical education and on…
Descriptors: Athletics, Biomechanics, Curriculum Development, Educational Objectives
Haajanen, Timo, Ed. – 1979
The organization, functions, and work of the Research Institute of Physical Culture and Health, and the Research Unit for Sport and Physical Fitness, both functioning at the premises of the Foundatlon of Physical Culture and Health in Jyvaskyla, Finland, are discussed. Research papers which have been presented at international congresses during…
Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Educational Objectives, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries
Public Health Service (DHEW), Rockville, MD. – 1979
The purpose of this report is to enhance both individual and national perspectives on prevention of ill health and premature death through identification of priorities and specification of measureable goals. Health problems for every age group from infancy through old age are discussed with suggestions for prevention and improvement of…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Childhood Needs, Death, Environmental Standards
New York City Board of Education, Brooklyn, NY. Div. of Curriculum and Instruction. – 1979
This teacher guide for elementary level physical education programs is based on the theories of movement education. It is divided into nine sections: (1) planning the program, its philosophy and objectives; (2) spatial awareness; (3) the body and its parts; (4) how the body moves; (5) development of locomotor, nonlocomotor, and manipulative…
Descriptors: Athletics, Child Development, Dance, Elementary Education
State Univ. of New York, Albany. – 1980
This guide on nutrition instruction can be used on the school district level for curriculum development or by teachers as a basis for daily lesson planning. The text is arranged by topic, subtopic, objectives, learning activities, and teacher information. Topics include nutritional status, adolescent development, diet, body weight, and…
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Body Weight, Consumer Protection, Curriculum Development
British Columbia Dept. of Education, Victoria. – 1980
An assessment was designed to ascertain student status in the psychomotor, cognitive, and affective domains of physical education, and to survey the physical education programs and instructional practices through the use of student, parent, teacher, and administrator questionnaires. This assessment was conducted throughout the province of British…
Descriptors: Affective Behavior, Cognitive Development, Educational Assessment, Educational Objectives
Beland, Robert M. – 1980
This guide presents an outline for establishing a service-learning program for college level students preparing for a career in working with older adults. The following procedures are described for developing practicums and fieldwork programs: 1) establishing program goals, 2) program staffing, 3) selection of service-learning sites, 4) developing…
Descriptors: Educational Objectives, Experiential Learning, Field Experience Programs, Health Services
NAGEL, CHARLES; MOORE, FREDRICKA – 1966
A DISCUSSION OF THE OVERALL OBJECTIVES OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES IN THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, THE PURPOSES OF DEVELOPING MOVEMENT SKILLS IN GAMES AND RHYTHMS, AND THE ROLE OF THE TEACHER IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION COMPRISES THE INTRODUCTORY CHAPTER OF THIS TEXTBOOK FOR BEGINNING PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHERS. SUCCEEDING CHAPTERS ARE CONCERNED WITH FIVE…
Descriptors: Athletics, Childrens Games, Dance, Educational Objectives
