This guide is divided into two sections. The first deals with bowling, and contains 11 articles concerning the mechanics and teaching of bowling. Some of the areas covered are (a) suggestions for teaching bowling, (b) how to practice with an automatic pinsetter, (c) bowling as a medium for learning for the handicapped, and (d) application of a…

The shift in the age of the population is causing increased attention to the needs of adults in some physical education programs. Adult fitness needs are outlined along with strategies for developing adult-oriented curriculum based on existing programs. (JMF)

The book contains guidelines for a competency-based entry-level curriculum in therapeutic recreation. An introductory session discusses the rationale for and process of developing a competency-based curriculum. Suggested learning activities and performance criteria are listed for each objective in the following 10 modules: philosophical and…

This report was prepared by the Division of Physical Education and Recreation to assist in the interpretation and implementation of the Revised Regulations of the Commissioner of Education governing physical education passed by the New York State Board of Regents. Part One of this report presents the new regulations as they were passed by the…

Suggestions and guidelines for establishing rules for co-recreational intramural activities are presented. These rules are not intended as a precedent or a national standard--they are ideas for adapting standardized rules for men's and women's sports to meet the needs, demands, and characteristics of co-recreational sports. Eleven different…

The materials included in this booklet are designed for use by participants in Application Session A and B for Physical Activity Personnel working in postsecondary institutions. These materials are initial drafts prepared for field testing only. They are not the final products to be delivered at the completion of the project. The materials include…

This book is addressed to directors of intramural sport programs in colleges and public schools. It is divided into five units. Unit one traces the history of intramural sports, the present status of the profession as an integral part of college curriculum, programs for women, and the needs of the profession. Organizational patterns and…

The manual provides instructions for adapting the Special Fitness Test and the Special Fitness Test Award System for moderately retarded children. It is noted that major purposes of the test and award system are to motivate youngsters to participate actively in physical education and recreation activities and give them feelings of accomplishment…

Presented is a curriculum of play and recreation activity adapted to the needs of parents and teachers of physically, mentally, and emotionally handicapped children. The kit of materials includes a teachers' manual and 12 play guides that outline the teaching of the following physical activities: rhythm, movement and dance; seeing and creating;…

In keeping with the Department of Education's course content in physical education, this supplement to the Physical Education Course of Study was prepared. Suggestions for teaching and organizing classes in 16 "Self to Nature" activities are outlined. Activities are: backpacking, bicycling, boating, camping, canoeing, fishing, hebertisme (an…

This book is designed for physical education teachers at the elementary level. It includes a discussion of physical education for grades seven and eight, which provides specific background knowledge for teachers who did not receive adequate training for this age group. Information concerning the physical, mental, social, and creative development…