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A descriptive study of demographic characteristics and perceptions of the educational preparation, professional experience, and selected duties of Christian College physical education faculty members

Creator:: Hoeck, Donald E.
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to develop a profile of Christian College physical education faculty members regarding their academic preparation, professional experience, and selected duties, as well as to identify important components of graduate preparation at the doctoral level for future faculty at these institutions. A survey instrument was...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: hours per semester in a study of physical education workload policies and practices in institutions of

The role of the paraeducator in the general physical education environment

Creator:: Bryan, Rebecca R.
Abstract:: The use of paraeducators has increased as a main mechanism to include more students with disabilities in multiple settings in the public schools in the U.S. Research has examined the use of paraeducators in typical classroom settings but little is known about their role in physical education. Although the utilization...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: training of both paraeducators and teachers in physical education. The Role of the

Enjoyment and physical activity levels of students with and without disabilities in physical education

Creator:: McClain, ZáNean D.
Abstract:: School Physical Education programs provide key opportunities to promote lifetime physical activity (PA) to students, while at the same time students can build a sense of enjoyment. The purpose of this study first sought to determine the effects of varying instructional approaches on the enjoyment and PA levels of students...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: PA levels of students participating in Physical Education and second, of students with disabilities

Pre-service physical education teachers’ attitudes toward, and use of, handheld technology

Creator:: Wegis, Heidi M.
Abstract:: A current trend in educational reform requires teachers to be proficient in employing technology in their classrooms. As a result of this trend, teachers need to be prepared to integrate technology into their teaching, and teacher preparation programs have a responsibility to prepare their students accordingly. The handheld computer (PDA)...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Timeline of Study Events 8 2 Pre-service Physical Education Teachers’ Attitudes Toward, and Use of

The effects of three knowledge interventions on novice volunteer tutors' teaching performance with children with developmental disabilities in a motor development lab setting

Creator:: Tindall, Daniel William Sanchez
Abstract:: According to Block (1999), the greatest problem with inclusion in physical education is the lack of personnel support. Most help comes in the form of teacher assistants such as peer-tutors and paraprofessional who receive very little, if any, direction from the general physical education teacher. However, what remains unknown are...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: physical education have been educated and equipped with the necessary skills for teaching students with

The application of item response theory in the cross-cultural validation of the physical estimation and attraction scale

Creator:: Charoenruk, Kongsak
Abstract:: The purposes of this study were to (a) outline a three-stage methodology combining functional/conceptual equivalence, item equivalence, and equivalence in construct operationalization to investigate the cross-cultural validity of psychological test instruments, and (b) to examine the cross-cultural equivalence of the Physical Estimation and Attraction Scale (Sonstroem, 1978) for English-speaking and...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Gender differences in learning physical science concepts : does computer animation help equalize them?

Creator:: Jacek, Laura Lee
Abstract:: This dissertation details an experiment designed to identify gender differences in learning using three experimental treatments: animation, static graphics, and verbal instruction alone. Three learning presentations were used in testing of 332 university students. Statistical analysis was performed using ANOVA, binomial tests for differences of proportion, and descriptive statistics. Results...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

The relationship of teachers' mathematics preparation and degree level to essential learning skills

Creator:: Balaban, Gerald M.
Abstract:: Organizations leading education reform of the 1980's have challenged teacher education programs at colleges and universities across the nation to improve the subject matter content preparation of teachers. Past methods of program development and techniques to assess teacher's knowledge competence have been one-sided in their approach. New research studies on...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: teaching and learning of mathematics. Oregon's Department of Education has also established standards to

The effect of teacher training on movement implementation in elementary classrooms

Creator:: Abramovitz, Jan Samuel
Abstract:: The purpose of this dissertation was to explore the effect of teacher training on the nature and context of movement instruction in Oregon elementary schools. While there are numerous instructional guides and many anecdotal descriptions of classroom movement highlighting the work of movement arts specialists, to the best of our...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Philosophy in Education presented on November 21, 2008. Title: The Effect of Teacher Training on

The journey of developing multicultural competence : A phenomenological exploration of lived experience in student affairs professionals

Creator:: St. Clair, Serena Erskine
Abstract:: Prior research has noted the changing demographics of higher education since the Civil Rights Movement and the expanded need for multicultural education. Armando Hernandez Morales (2003) wrote that, “A multiculturally competent person is aware of and knowledgeable about cultural differences, their own cultural identity, and the history and contemporary struggles...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Graduate School of Education: Educating to End Oppression and for Social Justice………… Summary of Teaching

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A descriptive study of demographic characteristics and perceptions of the educational preparation, professional experience, and selected duties of Christian College physical education faculty members

The role of the paraeducator in the general physical education environment

Enjoyment and physical activity levels of students with and without disabilities in physical education

Pre-service physical education teachers’ attitudes toward, and use of, handheld technology

The effects of three knowledge interventions on novice volunteer tutors' teaching performance with children with developmental disabilities in a motor development lab setting

The application of item response theory in the cross-cultural validation of the physical estimation and attraction scale

Gender differences in learning physical science concepts : does computer animation help equalize them?

The relationship of teachers' mathematics preparation and degree level to essential learning skills

The effect of teacher training on movement implementation in elementary classrooms

The journey of developing multicultural competence : A phenomenological exploration of lived experience in student affairs professionals

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