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Stinnett, Brad; Hoover, Donald L.; Cannady, Leah C.; Lyons, Scott; Judge, Lawrence W. – Physical Educator, 2018
High school basketball facilities have long been an integral component of athletics, physical education, and community programs, yet little scientific literature exists on these vital venues. This study assessed components of scholastic basketball venues and analyzed strengths and challenges associated with these facilities. An electronic survey…
Descriptors: Athletes, Team Sports, Physical Education Facilities, Design
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Sawyer, Tonya L. – Physical Educator, 2017
A Massachusetts appeals court affirmed the ruling of a trial court that a municipality in that state is protected by sovereign immunity in a case in which it was sued by a resident and his spouse who lived adjacent to a baseball diamond and claimed its use was a "nuisance" because of errant baseballs.
Descriptors: Team Sports, Court Litigation, Recreational Activities, Physical Education Facilities
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Popp, Jennifer K.; Berry, David; Judge, Lawrence W. – Physical Educator, 2018
The emergency action plan (EAP) at physical education and sport venues is a necessity, no matter the level. Although medical emergencies are rare, an EAP helps to ensure a smooth response, necessary for positive outcomes. Many entities should be involved developing the EAP. All personnel who act in an emergency must be trained in first aid and…
Descriptors: Physical Education, Physical Education Facilities, Emergency Programs, Readiness
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Coker, Cheryl A. – Physical Educator, 2005
One hindrance to maximizing the amount of time students are actively engaged in quality practice is the wait time that results from limited equipment (e.g. basketball goals) and/or facilities (e.g. shot put ring). A possible solution to counteract this problem would be to modify the natural performance setting. Empirical evidence regarding the…
Descriptors: Physical Education, Drills (Practice), Athletics, Program Effectiveness
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Razor, Jack E. – Physical Educator, 1976
This article presents a discussion on the possible benefits of merging physical education programs for men and women in colleges. (JD)
Descriptors: Administrative Organization, Athletics, Coeducation, College Curriculum
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McLaughlin, Richard, Ed. – Physical Educator, 1979
Suggestions for a modified indoor tennis game, for activities to develop body reference in young children, and for a drill to aid students with depth and space perception difficulties are presented. (LH)
Descriptors: Eye Hand Coordination, Learning Activities, Physical Education, Physical Education Facilities
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Aharoni, Hezkiah – Physical Educator, 1984
The adapted physical educator exhibits expertise in motor skill instruction, physical fitness, and play for handicapped students. Elements of special program development, community responsibility, and teacher role are explored. (DF)
Descriptors: Adapted Physical Education, Disabilities, Elementary Secondary Education, Leadership Responsibility
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Loovis, E. Michael; Ryan, Terrence M. – Physical Educator, 1983
A checklist to help physical educators determine whether their programs are in compliance with requirements of the Education for All Handicapped Children Act is presented. Intended for use by teachers, the list covers: (1) student assessment; (2) student placement; (3) individualized education programs; (4) staff development; (5) facilities; and…
Descriptors: Compliance (Legal), Diagnostic Teaching, Disabilities, Educational Diagnosis