Motivation research is central to understanding why certain students exhibit high levels of behavioral, cognitive, and emotional engagement with learning, and why others lack interest, display boredom, and withdraw effort (i.e., are disaffected). In this review, tenets within self-determination theory (SDT) are used to provide a…

Introduction: Children who are deafblind have unique educational needs, especially when it comes to developing a foundation for recreation. This foundation includes a well-rounded physical education program. Purpose: The purpose of this study was to explore the experiences of adults who are deafblind as they recall their involvement in physical…

Physical education practitioners and programs have the opportunity and obligation to help children become physically educated, healthy, and active adults. This article discusses the battle against obesity in K-12 learners from an exercise physiology perspective and focuses on the fact that practitioners have all the tools they need to battle this…

In response to concern about the prevalence of anorexia and bulimia, several departments of the University of Iowa collaborated to design and implement an inservice training program for dance and physical educators, coaches and athletic trainers. The rationale, planning, program content, and implications of the eating disorders project are…

Physical educators have a responsibility to be aware of signs of abuse or neglect of students. Common injuries to and behavior characteristics of abused children are described. The Oklahoma statute on reporting child abuse is presented as a model to govern school policy. (MT)

A variety of strategies that itinerant special physical education teachers can use to solve problems in order to teach effectively are explored. Discussed are strategies needed for teaching and strategies needed to work with other itinerant special physical educators. (MT)

Sport and movement skills taught in logical progressions aid in the mastery of prerequisite tasks which can increase success, decrease injuries, and can be used to set goals. Sample progressive lessons for tumbling, vaulting, uneven parallel bars, and balance beams are offered. (DF)

Developing and maintaining effective physical education programs requires that teachers continually update their knowledge and skills. Books and journals, conferences, professional organizations, and consultants provide information to help teachers develop effective programs. (DF)

This booklet discusses issues important to organizing a gymnastics meet. Section 1 discusses meet procedures and duties in four separate categories: considerations affecting the decision to host a meet; duties or activities which must be completed to produce a meet; activities conducted during the meet; and post-meet responsibilities. Section 2…

Physical education teachers with good discipline exhibit remarkable similarity in authority style. They communicate a positive role model, are generally good planners, and tend to be good communicators. Such teachers periodically assess their teaching behavior and the learning styles of their students. Most of all, they are consistent in their…

The major components of the dual job pattern of physical education teacher and athletic coach are explored in this article. Recommendations for maintaining effective performance in both roles are suggested. (DF)

Secondary level physical educators must be sure to instruct their weight lifters in proper spotting and lifting procedures, because weight training carries a high risk of injury. The article explains how to check the equipment, spot properly for specific exercises, and take general safety precautions in the weight room. (SM)

Feedback is important in teaching. This paper examines feedback research in physical education, discusses factors explaining certain inconsistencies, and questions the essential role of teacher feedback in motor skill learning. Research suggests that more is known about teachers' feedback patterns than about the effects of teacher feedback on…

Physical educators can teach students basic geography by hanging maps in the gymnasium and using them for physical education activities. The article describes what teachers need to create wall-size maps, how to choose maps, and how to fund and implement map projects. Suggestions for various map projects are included. (SM)

Sedentary living is a serious global public health problem that is associated with numerous preventable diseases. Schools are in a position to be the most cost-effective public resource to combat inactivity. In schools physical educators are positioned to be the strongest advocates of a healthy, active lifestyle. To effectively promote physical…