To analyze data and predict trends among physical education doctorates, researchers obtained 1983-89 data from the National Research Council which releases annual reports of earned doctorates granted by U.S. institutions. The article examines institutions, graduation rate, employment, postdoctoral degrees, race/ethnicity, and age, marital, and…

Describes a physical education fitness/wellness course that uses classroom lectures on wellness plus laboratory sessions where students strive to achieve physical fitness through one specific aerobic activity. An assessment evaluated 1,500 students' knowledge gained, attitudes toward the course, current lifestyle, and physical fitness changes. It…

Discusses some of the changes currently facing higher education and how those changes might affect the areas of health, physical education, and leisure studies (HPELS). The article suggests that, as technology improves, HPELS must be quick in responding to emerging societal needs with thoughtful programs of high quality. (SM)

One alternative teacher preparation method is the University of Arkansas' five-year Master of Arts in Teaching program, which involves graduate level coursework and a fifth-year public school internship following receipt of a Bachelor's degree in education. Benefits include university/school collaboration, increased field experience, and improved…

Six articles examine the challenges to physical education provided by Public Law 99-457 which promotes services for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their parents. The articles describe the law, critical components of the Individualized Family Service Plan, adapted physical education, and the impact on one school district. (SM)

Examines feminist teaching in university physical education. Three articles describe the personal experiences of physical educators who try to teach in ways that promote equality. The articles focus on social diversity and justice and feminist pedagogy in the sport sciences and physical education. (SM)

This article introduces a feature which uses feminism as a framework for examining the psycho-social-cultural issues embodied in women's participation (or lack of participation) in physical activities. (IAH)

This article describes the Women in Coaching Workshop which provided opportunities for 43 women to acquire skills and experience needed to assume secondary school coaching positions. Included are descriptions of the format and operational mechanisms for the workshop. Participants included preservice and inservice teachers, college athletes, and…

Three articles help practitioners better understand exercise behavior motivation, providing guidelines and techniques for motivating children, adults, and older adults to adopt physically active lifestyles. The articles offer pertinent exercise motivation concepts and show how the concepts can be used to help people of all ages exercise regularly.…

Describes Ohio's Westgate Alternative School of Academic and Physical Excellence which focuses on physical education. Westgate's philosophy is based on educating the total child--physically, intellectually, and emotionally. Physical education, critical-thinking skills, health, self-concept, self-esteem, the writing process, and lifetime learning…

Research indicates athletes may require more of certain nutrients than other healthy individuals. The article discusses vitamin requirements and deficiencies and how to supply the needed nutrients. Since coaches, trainers, and physical education teachers influence their athletes' behaviors, they must examine the issues associated with vitamin…

A task force of college department heads and administrators determined that effective administrators possess specific competencies (personal traits, knowledge, management skills, organization theory, communication skills, and vision/future), many of which are best learned through specific courses of study. The article discusses the issue as it…

Alcohol consumption affects virtually every organ and system of the body. The article examines the negative physiological and psychomotor effects of short-term alcohol consumption relevant to physical fitness and athletic performance. Educators must be responsible for reaching students and discussing the issue. (SM)

A description is given of the planning, implementation, and results of a Physical Fitness Day held at Brigham Young University (BYU) for the benefit of 800 middle school students. The activity evolved from the BYU-Public School Partnership. (IAH)

Gender role conformity restricts the sport participation of females. Research examining media images and messages regarding the female athlete is reviewed. It reveals two themes: female athletes and sports events are underreported and underrepresented throughout the mass media, and stereotypic presentation of female athletes trivializes the…