The present study examines Japanese language learners' perception of corrective feedback (CF) in pair work in relation to their noticing and understanding of their partners' CF and the factors that influence it. This study focuses on three learners, who worked together in pair work. The data collection methods consist of classroom observation,…

Evaluation research pertaining to the development of assessment instruments that fully capture the facets of empowerment prevention perspectives among youth are sparse. With funding from the American Legacy Foundation, the University of New Mexico Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention, in partnership with the New Mexico State…

In June, 1989, 45 students finished their program at Saginaw, Michigan's Center for the Arts and Sciences (CAS) and graduated from their home high schools. Questionnaires assessing what graduates were doing 9 months after graduation were mailed to all graduates in March, 1990. Findings from the 25 graduates who returned completed questionnaires…

A study examined the different degrees of satisfaction with the nominal group technique (NGT) felt by policymakers and change agents with differing professional backgrounds and responsibilities who participated in nominal groups. A total of 206 participants at four conferences at Texas A&M University (international food and water policy, Texas…

This survey generated a profile of a typical water exercise participant. Data include: (1) subject's medical clearance for water exercise, swimming ability, physical and related problems, reasons for participation and perceived psycho-physical benefits of water exercise; (2) techniques of monitoring water exercise intensity: kinds of flotation…

This document describes the citizen survey process as it relates to study of the parks and recreation field. A community parks and recreation survey consists of identifying the interests, desires, priorities and awareness factors of citizens regarding parks and recreation programs, resources, and facilities as well as the nature and frequency of…

Research was conducted to determine if 271 college students who identified with patriotism perceived those feelings to be the result of their experiences with athletics. Also investigated were beliefs of the athletic coach's role in the formation of patriotic feelings. A Likert-type survey instrument with 25 items was used to gain responses…

Negative connotations of large scale intercollegiate athletic competition are analyzed and a case is presented in defense of such programs. Discussion is conducted on rewards for college athletes in terms of educational attainment, personal satisfaction, and possible upward social mobility. The consequences of large scale athletic programs to the…

The conference method has a long history as a way of teaching, problem solving, information sharing, and conflict resolving. There are two methods of planning conferences: a systematic and organized method, and an informal method. Central to estimating the success of a conference is evaluation. In the evaluation process, obtaining information…

A summary evaluation of the Crystal Lake, Illinois outdoor education program is contained in this document. The project entitled "A School-Community Outdoor Education Project" is a year round program for teaching in, for, and about the outdoors. Designed largely to assist teachers to meet educational objectives relating to the…

The usefulness of any educational experience is determined not by who designs it or where it takes place, but by whether it meets the needs, wants, and goals of the participants. (JD)

The author discusses the "concepts approach" to physical education (helping students learn WHY physical education is important, HOW to exercise properly, and WHAT individual needs must be met) and presents samples of how concepts programs have been implemented in the recent past. (MJB)

A plan for matching the attitudes of student teachers and their cooperating teachers by a mutual selection process is described. (JD)

The results of a survey of student interns measuring their positive and negative attitudes towards their internship experience are discussed. (JD)

The ultimate value of high-adventure, risk recreation may be that a person confronts existentially the decision of whether or not to venture forth into the unknown. Choice is exercised, the mind and body committed, and the consequences accepted. No one is drafted into the activity. (Author)