Memphis State P.E. Survey. Employment Status of Memphis State Physical Education Graduates, and Career Preferences of Physical Education Majors.

Van Oteghen, Sharon L.; Aquadro, Nardine M.

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Publication Date: 1988

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Memphis State P.E. Survey. Employment Status of Memphis State Physical Education Graduates, and Career Preferences of Physical Education Majors.

Van Oteghen, Sharon L.; Aquadro, Nardine M.

Journal of Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, v59 n5 p62-64 May-Jun 1988

Physical education graduates' responses to a survey regarding their employment status and career plans indicated that less than half entered teaching. Many felt program weaknesses included lack of exposure to the reality of teaching; too few field experiences; and lack of preparation for coaching, special needs students, and classroom management. (CB)

Descriptors: Career Choice, Education Majors, Education Work Relationship, Employment Level, Graduate Surveys, Physical Education, Relevance (Education), Student Attitudes, Teacher Education Programs

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