This article focuses on three aspects of kinesiology: training principles, technique, and class design as they relate to injury prevention. Recommendations for prevention of some common dance injuries are offered. (MT)

At an elementary school near Columbus, Ohio, adventure activities have been a part of the basic instructional program for 10 years. These activities are described. (MT)

Physical fitness as it relates to children is discussed. The importance of retaining children's enthusiasm for physical activity is emphasized. (MT)

Doctoral programs in dance are offered at six universities. Each program is briefly described. A listing of people to contact at each university is included. (MT)

In light of decreasing numbers of students majoring in physical education and decreasing job opportunities in the profession, the real challenge is how physical education departments can survive. One possible tactic is to attract students in search of career opportunities as alternatives to coaching and teaching. (MT)

The Texas State Employee Health Fitness and Education Act of 1983 enables state agencies and educational institutions to finance employee health and fitness programs. This legislation is discussed and an example of the state-supported program is given. (MT)

The American Association for Leisure and Recreation updated its Goals for American Recreation. A series of eight articles discusses these goals and goals for those who provide recreation, park, and leisure services in light of new social needs. (MT)

Regular physical activity can improve total well-being and can help older adults remain in control of their lives. How to choose an appropriate program is discussed. (MT)

Finland gives a high priority to the importance of physical activity as a means to health and fitness. The curriculum in elementary and secondary schools is outlined, and the preparation of physical education teachers, coaches, and sports instructors is described. (MT)

This article examines recent curricular changes in physical education in Britain, discusses the concept and current practices in movement education, describes other aspects of physical education programs, and projects future directions. (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)

To combat the trend of mandatory physical education courses only through the tenth grade, dance teachers must offer a quality program which will motivate students to elect dance courses. A dance program at Woodrow Wilson High in Long Beach, which has students on waiting lists, is described. (MT)

Evaluation provides the basis for determining the appropriateness of the curriculum, the effectiveness of instructional strategies, and the magnitude of student achievement. A systematic and practical system of evaluation is proposed which allows the physical education teacher to effectively evaluate. (MT)

Two physical education teachers describe use of systematic evaluation in their classes. The result has been a focus on students and using teaching to improve weaknesses. (MT)

An out-of-school learning program for youth in grades 4 through 8 is being implemented by the Florida Department of Education. The Neighbors Involved in Kids Education (NIKE) Clubs program includes physical education as an essential part of the program. This program is described. (MT)