This study sought to determine whether the motivational patterns of first-year university students differed between courses of varying difficulty levels, and the nature of the interactions between self-efficacy, attributional style, and academic achievement. A total of 509 students majoring in history, physical education, mathematics, and private…

The curriculum is designed to help teachers and administrators in providing effective education to physically handicapped students. Physically handicapped students are defined here as those who participate in regular public school programs on an integrated or self-contained basis with assistance from support staff who assist in all areas of…

As part of Australia's Education and Local Development project, Tasmanian researchers investigated whether the upgrading of district schools to district high schools had contributed to the social, economic, and cultural development of the local areas. For three selected areas (Glenora, Sheffield, and Ouse), researchers gathered financial and…

The bibliography contains 150 annotated citations of research articles on individuals with mental retardation who were studied in relation to their physical activity settings. Citations provide information on the title, author, journal or related document in which the article appears, and the content or focus of the article. Citations are indexed…

This monograph relates the evolution, current status, issues, trends, and future perspective of undergraduate physical education teacher education (P.E.T.E.). The first section offers an historical overview of the profession. Preparation programs and curricula are described as they have progressed from the middle of the nineteenth century to the…

This handbook offers an organized program to expose kindergarten and elementary school students to the values inherent in participation in a competitive society. It encompasses activities that develop skills in mathematics, language arts, health and physical education, science, social studies, art, and music. Objectives and activities pertaining…

This career education activity guide contains suggested learning activities for students in grades K-12. The guide is divided into four sections by grade level: (1) K-3 activities, (2) 4-6 activities, (3) 7-9 activities, and (4) 10-12 activities. Within sections 1 and 2 activities are listed that are related to each of the following career…

This teaching guide provides materials for teachers in any subject area to incorporate alcohol education into their classes. The first chapter presents information on goals of alcohol education, using the guide, and teacher's own attitudes about drinking. Chapters 2-4 are directed at teachers at the elementary, junior high, and senior high school…

Six tests were given to the entire sophomore class (120 males, 104 females) at a suburban school north of Boston before and after particiaption in the Project Adventure physical education program, some goals of which were the development of students' self confidence, improved self-concepts, ability to take physical, emotional, and social risks,…

The psychological and social aspects of achievement in physical activities are examined. The first chapter discusses health and the sources and development of self esteem. In the second chapter, ways in which a positive attitude toward one's body image may be developed are explored. The third chapter is concerned with achievement, motivation, fear…

The school site can become a resource capable of enriching both the educational and community environment. However, many different local and regional factors must be identified and interactions studied in order to develop a sound basis for effective school site selection, planning, and development. This document provides background material about…

This book on health education is designed as a comprehensive guide for elementary school teachers. The first section describes an exemplary school environment and outlines the responsibilities of the teacher and principal in fostering good health attitudes in children. Learning blocks are outlined on the topics of drug abuse, diseases, community…

WITHIN EACH OF 19 FIELDS, BOOKS ARE LISTED ALPHABETICALLY BY AUTHOR. ENTRIES INCLUDE THE AUTHOR'S NAME, THE TITLE OF THE BOOK, THE PUBLISHER, THE PUBLICATION DATE AND THE PRICE. THE LIST INCLUDES 3,767 ENTRIES. (WO)

A PRACTICAL RATHER THAN A THEORETICAL REFERENCE GUIDE, THE BOOK DISCUSSES THE NEED OF THE BLIND OR VISUALLY IMPAIRED CHILD FOR PHYSICAL EDUCATION. PAST AND PRESENT PROGRAMS IN PUBLIC AND RESIDENTIAL SCHOOLS, RECREATION AND LEISURE TIME ACTIVITIES (A GUIDE FOR PARENTS), SPORTS AND INTERSCHOLASTIC COMPETITION, ACTIVE GAMES, CONTESTS, RELAYS, AND…

One hundred and forty two books, articles, and government publications dealing with education in Egypt are cited in this annotated bibliography. Items cited were published in 1979 and examine education for all age groups and ability levels. The material is presented under 84 headings including adult education, art education, children's books,…