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50 Years of ERIC
The Education Resources Information Center (ERIC) is celebrating its 50th Birthday! First opened on May 15th, 1964 ERIC continues the long tradition of ongoing innovation and enhancement.

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Lirgg, Cathy D.; Lund, Kathy; Ware, Rusty; Sension-Hall, Debra; Patterson, Debra L.; Gorecki, Jennifer J.; Chase, Melissa A.; Magnotta, John; Lorenzi, David G.; Christenson, Robert S. – Strategies: A Journal for Physical and Sport Educators, 2010
This article presents the opinions of professionals who were asked: "What does the AAHPERD Convention mean for you, the physical educator? How does it help in your profession?" The professionals discuss the significance of attending the AAHPERD National Convention and its impact to physical educators and students.
Descriptors: Conferences (Gatherings), Physical Education Teachers, Professional Associations, Teacher Attitudes
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Carson, Russell L.; Magnotta, John; Lauer, Larry; Wetzel, Richard D.; Nguyen, Nhu; Morrison, Jaime; Kamla, Jim; Barnd, Sue; Whittingham, Michele; Dentino, Kathy; Lorenzi, David G. – Strategies: A Journal for Physical and Sport Educators, 2009
This article presents opinions/ideas of professionals when asked this question, "Do You Believe that Physical Education Teachers and Coaches Should Have to Pass a Physical Fitness Assessment as Part of Their Licensure or Certification Requirements?" The professionals share the pros and cons of having physical education teachers and coaches pass a…
Descriptors: Physical Education, Physical Fitness, Teacher Certification, Physical Education Teachers
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Hushman, GLenn; Morrison, Jaime; Mally, Kristi; McCall, Renee; Corso, Marjorie; Kamla, Jim; Magnotta, John; Chase, Melissa A.; Garrahy, Deborah A.; Lorenzi, David G.; Barnd, Sue – Strategies: A Journal for Physical and Sport Educators, 2009
This article presents the opinions of several professionals who were asked: "How important is activity in young children (preschool) to a lifetime of physical activity?" These professionals point out the importance of physical activity to young children.
Descriptors: Physical Education, Physical Activities, Young Children, Health Promotion
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Sipe, Roberta; Belka, David; Kamla, Jim; Christenson, Robert S.; Magnotta, John; Lorenzi, David G. – Strategies: A Journal for Physical and Sport Educators, 2009
This article presents the opinions/ideas of professionals who were asked this question: "Should students be granted a waiver from physical education if they are involved in other activities?" These professionals share the pros and cons of the waiver question.
Descriptors: Physical Education, School Activities, Opinions, Student Participation
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Magnotta, John; Szarmach, Adam; Christenson, Robert S.; Enciso, Larry; Myers, Sean; Kerekes, Jack; Chase, Melissa A.; Lorenzi, David G. – Strategies: A Journal for Physical and Sport Educators, 2009
The beginning of a new school year should be looked upon with anticipation and enthusiasm. This article offers suggestions for physical education teachers when starting a new school year.
Descriptors: Physical Education, Physical Education Teachers, Educational Quality, Teacher Attitudes