This three-part book focuses upon some recent changes in administrative theory and their implication for programs of physical education and athletics. Part one includes chapters which are general in nature and which provide theoretical concepts germane to both physical education and athletics. Part two includes chapters which deal specifically with the administration of instructional programs in physical education. Part three focuses on intramural and interschool sports. Chapter titles are as follows: (a) "Theory of Administration;" (b) "Democratic Administration;" (c) "Organizational Policies and Procedures;" (d) "Legal Responsibilities of Teachers, Supervisors, and Coaches;" (e) "Personnel Administration;" (f) "Relationship of Physical Education with Health Education;" (g)"Public and Human Relations;" (h) "Evaluation of Students, Programs, Teachers, and Administration;" (i) "The Basic Instruction Program;" (j) "Finance and Budget;" (k) "Equipment and Supplies;" (l) "Facilities;" (m) "The Intramural and Extramural Programs;" (n) "Interscholastic Athletic Administration;" (o) "Competitive Athletic Programs for Girls and Women;" and (p) "Management of Interscholastic Athletic Contests." This edition employs case studies involving an open-ended presentation of a problem allowing students to discuss and discard alternatives. (JS)