A survey was mailed to randomly selected two-year colleges in order to investigate physical education programs aand faculty status. Information was requested on curricular offerings and enrollments, faculty and chairperson status, teaching and coaching experience, workload responsibilities, and evaluation techniques. Results are discussed. (MT)

If athletics is structured, administered, and evaluated according to its educational function and value, there should be little conflict between the role of teacher and the role of coach. In addition, coaches should be evaluated using the same criteria that are used to evaluate teaching. This article presents guidelines for doing so. (MT)

The Minnesota Department of Education's rules regarding licensure of coaches are described. (MT)

A questionnaire was sent to the executive directors of the 50 state and District of Columbia athletic associations in order to investigate the use and competency of part-time coaches, and whether certification is required of full-time and part-time coaches. Findings are discussed and three suggestions to improve the situation are offered. (MT)

Twelve myths regarding aquatic programs for young children are addressed and clarified. Comprehensive research by aquatic experts, developmental specialists, and medical researchers is called for. (MT)

Leadership involves maintaining a balance of the variables which comprise leadership. Love and fear, types of power, success and effectiveness, and driving and restraining forces are discussed as sources of the creative tension a leader uses to influence others. (MT)

Appropriate techniques for assessing maximal isotonic strength are explained. Problems of evaluating individual differences in strength because of differences in body weight are discussed, and procedures to adjust for differences are presented. (MT)

The George W. Woodruff Physical Education Center was designed to exude openness and space which would encourage participation while preserving existing playing fields and programs. Exterior and interior design of the facility are described. (DF)

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)

A study evaluated the retention level of three gymnastics skills learned by health and physical education students using either physical practice or a combination of mental and physical practice. Mental practice was found to have a positive effect on skill retention. Results and recommendations are offered. (DF)

The key to successful uneven parallel bar routines lies in the rhythm and continuity of movement which is ensured through the element of swing. Diagrams are offered to help illustrate how the biomechanical principles of torque and momentum are essential to learning and developing the mechanics of swing. (DF)

The barani (front somersault with one-half twist) and the back somersault with one twist are basic foundation skills necessary for more advanced twisting maneuvers. Descriptions of these movements on a trampoline surface are offered. (DF)

The United States Gymnastics Safety Association was formed as a self-regulating procedure to help ensure the status of gymnastics and to make the sport safer. The association developed a certification program to educate its coaches, ensure safer programs, and to aid in legal matters. (DF)

A study was conducted regarding salaries of health, physical education, recreation, and dance program administrators at higher education institutions. A secondary purpose was to collect data that might influence salary--gender, administrative structures, title, age, geographic location, size and type of institution. Results are presented. (DF)

Intramural recreational sports directors from 117 universities were surveyed to obtain information about the status and trends in administration and activities of their intramural-recreational programs. Program personnel, administrative control, revenue sources, and activities are discussed. (DF)