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18704. GOVERNMENT FUNDING OF AMATEUR ATHLETICS IN CANADA AND THE UNITED STATES. This paper compares the role of the federal government in supporting amateur athletics in Canada and the United States. In contrast to the U.S. government, the Canadian government is actively... (more) |
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18559. STEROIDS: PROBLEMS & HARMFUL EFFECTS. This paper is concerned with the potentially harmful effects of anabolic steroids. The paper provides background information on steroids, how they are ingested, the extent to which they can be... (more) |
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18553. NIKE’S MARKETING OF THE MICHAEL JORDAN BRAND. This paper discusses how the Michael Jordan brand has been marketed by Nike Inc. Since the introduction of the Air Jordan sneaker in 1986, Jordan’s athletic shoes have been marketed as high-price... (more) |
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18521. VIOLENCE IN TV WRESTLING PROGRAMS. In this paper, research findings and psychological theory are used to examine the influence of violent TV wresting programs on young people. It is concluded that TV wresting has a negative impact on... (more) |
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18337. STEROIDS AND BASEBALL. This paper discusses the use of steroids by professional baseball players, a practice that has been banned by the Baseball Commissioner. It is argued that, although steroids increase muscle mass,... (more) |
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18320. THE CONCEPT OF HIGHER ORDER THINKING. This paper describes the views and contributions of some of the key figures in the development of the “higher order thinking” concept (John Dewey, Benjamin Bloom, David Paul Ausubel, and Marilyn Eanet... (more) |
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17569. SECURITY & TERRORIST THREATS AT MEGA SPORTING EVENTS. This paper provides an overview and analysis of the threat posed by terrorism at the Olympics and other mega sporting events and considers the efforts made since the 1972 Munich Olympics to protect... (more) |
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17483. THE INTERNATIONAL OLYMPIC COMMITTEE (IOC). This paper provides a profile of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), focusing on the corruption scandals and the efforts to reform the committee. Argues that corruption within the IOC did... (more) |
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17481. HOCKEY COACHING. This paper provides an overview and analysis of the job of the professional hockey coach. The skills, knowledge and competencies of the successful hockey coach are identified and discussed, with... (more) |
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17395. RACE AND SPORTS. This paper presents an overview and analysis of the evidence and controversies surrounding arguments that there are racially-based differences in athletic performance which have led to the... (more) |
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17312. JUNG AND LEISURE THEORY. This paper considers the ways that the views of Carl Gustav Jung (1875-1961) can be applied to the field of leisure theory. Although there is currently an absence of Jung’s ideas in the leisure... (more) |
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17262. DRUGS AND SPORTS: ATHLETES AND STEROIDS. This paper provides an overview of the problem of steroid abuse in sports. The paper briefly traces the history of steroids in sports, the reasons for steroid use among athletes, and the evolution of... (more) |
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15942. "MICHAEL JORDAN AND THE NEW GLOBAL CAPITALISM" BY WALTER LAFEBER (BOOK REVIEW). This paper reviews LaFeber’s book which discusses America’s global dominance and the role of Michael Jordan (as a product endorser) in bringing this about. Argues that LaFeber’s arguments are... (more) |
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15871. SPORT AS A SOCIAL SPACE OF RELATIVE FREEDOM. This paper addresses the claim that sports offer opportunities for people to move beyond rigid self-definitions, by examining gender issues in the sports word. Although an increasing number of women... (more) |
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15717. SPORTS PARTICIPATION AMONG WOMEN AND MINORITIES. It is argued that the dramatic increase in sports participation among women and minorities has not led to significant gains in social status. Although there have been some improvements in terms of... (more) |
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15623. HEALTHY AGING: THE ROLE OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND NUTRITION. This paper provides a brief overview and analysis of the critical role of nutrition and physical activity in the health and well-being of the elderly. The analysis examines the problem of... (more) |
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15026. THE IMPACT OF ANCIENT GREEK IDEALS ON AMERICAN PHYSICAL EDUCATION. Argues that the Greeks had a stronger influence than any other ancient culture, especially with their humanistic ideal of including P.E. as part of a well-rounded education. Also refers to the... (more) |
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13473. WOMEN IN SPORTS JOURNALISM. Topics covered include the difficulties women have faced in being accepted, the controversy over locker room interviews, and the contributions of individual women to the field. Also argues that there... (more) |
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13374. VINCE LOMBARDI. Discusses his commitment to his coaching career, his ability to motivate players by winning their respect, and the role of discipline in his coaching technique. 7 pages, 23 footnotes, 4 bibliographic... (more) |
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13231. SPORTS IN THE MEDIA. Discusses how sports are portrayed in movies, TV, and music, and argues that sports provide an effective analogy for the struggles of life that all people must experience. 10 pages, 18 footnotes, 10... (more) |
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13069. ANCIENT GREEK OLYMPIC GAMES. A thorough survey, including such topics as the origin and location of the games, temples and rituals, spectators, prestige of winners, other Panhellenic festivals, and the decline during the Roman... (more) |
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13015. SPORT FISHING IN LOUISIANA. Describes the popularity of this activity in the state, as well as the many varieties of saltwater and freshwater fish that are available there. Includes a discussion of catfish, and notes recent... (more) |
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12447. EVALUATION AND CRITIQUE OF THREE EXERCISE CLASSES. This paper evaluates and critiques three different exercise classes (one high-impact aerobics, one low-impact water aerobics, one special population dance aerobics). Each class is analyzed in terms of... (more) |
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12446. MAXIMIZING YOUR BODY POTENTIAL. Presents the results of a project aimed at maximizing body potential. The project entailed assessing current physical fitness, developing a personalized exercise program, assessing eating behavior,... (more) |
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11859. REVIEW OF THREE ARTICLES: PHYSICAL EDUCATION/SPORTS AND SELF-ESTEEM. Examines three studies that concluded physical education improves self-esteem. Competition, physical exercise, and teamwork with peers and coaches are cited as factors for the increase in... (more) |
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10529. COLLECTIVE BARGAINING IN PROFESSIONAL SPORTS. A legal perspective on the unionizing of professional athletes. Discusses the history and formation of collective bargaining procedures, including major court cases involved, focusing on labor and... (more) |
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10433. SENSATION SEEKING AND RISK-TAKING IN "THRILL" SPORTS. This paper investigates the psychological concept of sensation (or thrill)-seeking and its relation to risk-taking behaviors, particularly the so-called "thrill" sports. The sensation-seeking trait... (more) |
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10329. SPORTS FRANCHISE MARKETING. A critical study of the modern expansion of sports franchise marketing through the media, novelty sales, and product endorsements. Differences between various sports in marketing methods are pointed... (more) |
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10261. ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION IN ADAPTED PHYSICAL EDUCATION. Considers current issues in the assessment and evaluation of handicapped students for the purpose of placement and development within an adapted physical education program. Discusses current... (more) |
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10206. PHYSICAL EXERCISE: A USEFUL STRESS INTERVENTION. Investigates the use of physical exercise as a stress management technique. Provides the theoretical basis for its use and presents a model for an exercise-based stress intervention program. 11p.... (more) |
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09856. BLACK COLLEGE ATHLETES. The controversy over athletic scholarships for black athletes is discussed; arguments for (Harry Edwards and Arthur Asche) and against the NCAA's propositions 42 and 48 on grades and eligibility are... (more) |
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09818. PHYSICAL EDUCATION CURRICULUM: AN ANNOTATED BIBLIOGRAPHY. Provides bibliographic data and abstracts of six books, ten articles, and four speeches and professional papers on physical education curriculum at the elementary, secondary, and higher education... (more) |
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09753. THE CRISIS IN HIGHER EDUCATION. Summary and analysis of two books dealing with the current situation in higher education: Allan Bloom's The Closing of the American Mind and Mortimer J. Adler's Reforming Education: The Opening of... (more) |
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09640. ATHLETES AND STEROIDS. An investigation of athletes' use of anabolic steroids to enhance athletic performance. Traces the history of steroids in sports, examines the prevalence of usage, and presents the ethical and... (more) |
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09630. BLACK MANAGERS AND COACHES IN PROFESSIONAL SPORTS. A well considered analysis of the documented lack of Black coaches and managers in professional sports. Presents the evidence on Blacks in these positions in baseball, football and basketball. ... (more) |
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09324. SALARY AND GENDER DIFFERENCES IN INTERCOLLEGIATE COACHING. A research design for a study investigating the incidence of sex discrimination in intercollegiate coaching. Outlines statement of the problem, purpose of the study, review of applicable literature,... (more) |
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09323. JESSE FEIRING WILLIAMS, MD: THE LINGERING LEGACY OF EDUCATION THROUGH THE PHYSICAL. Profiles Williams and his contributions to modern physical education. Analyzes Williams' personal philosophy of PE and gives special attention to his concept of "education through the physical". ... (more) |
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09322. ATHLETES AS ROLE MODELS. Argues that considering modern society's glorification of the anti-hero, the violence inherent in sports, and links between sports figures and drug abuse, athletes are not suitable role models. The... (more) |
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09132. POLITICS AND THE OLYMPICS. The origins of the "Olympic" ideal of nonpolitical sportsmanship are contrasted with the political propaganda in the recent (1980 and 1984) games. U.S.-Soviet relations are emphasized. 8 pages, 9... (more) |
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09132A. TEAM COHESION: IS IT NECESSARY FOR SUCCESS. An analysis and investigation of team cohesion in sports teams. Defines the concept and its components, suggests ways to maximize the cohesive factor, and delineates the ways in which the importance... (more) |
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09131. VIOLENCE IN CONTEMPORARY SPORTS. Explores the reemergence of violence as an accepted behavior in modern sports through a look at violence in four different dimensions: Physical, participatory, psychological and political. 10 pages,... (more) |
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09070. THE USE OF VISUALIZATION AND OTHER MOTIVATION ENHANCING TECHNIQUES IN ATHLETICS. Explores the use of "mental practice" such as visualization to motivate and improve performance athletes. Theory, components, and specific examples are presented. 8 pages, 17 footnotes, 9... (more) |
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09049. DISCRIMINATION AGAINST BLACKS IN THE MANAGERIAL RANKS OF PROFESSIONAL SPORTS. Provides an overview of the evidence which shows that Blacks have been systematically ostracized from the managerial ranks of professional sports by such factors as overt prejudice, the white "old... (more) |
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08919. SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES OF DRUG USE AMONG COLLEGE ATHLETES. Investigates attitudes towards and drug use patterns of athletes, with particular attention to anabolic steroids and smokeless tobacco. Following a review of literature, the investigation presents... (more) |
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08918. CHASING THE GOLDEN CARROT: SPORTS, FAME AND SOCIAL MOBILITY. An investigation into whether or not sports provide a reliable route for upward social mobility, and if so, in what way. Also considers the implications and ramifications of a general belief within... (more) |
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08860. KEIDEL'S GAME PLANS AND THE ENVIRONMENTS OF BUSINESS. Analyzes the ways in which the concepts presented in Robert Keidel's Game Plans relate to the ethical, social and political environments of business. Compares and contrasts basketball, football, and... (more) |
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08456. PROPOSAL FOR A COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER. Grant proposal for the funding, construction and operation of a small community recreation center. Rationale for, objectives and goals, and budget are included. 10 pages, 8 footnotes, 11... (more) |
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08443. DRUG ABUSE IN SPORTS. Examines the use of drugs in both professional and amateur sports, considering the issue in light of the effects of drug use on health and performance, and of the social and legal implications of... (more) |
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07169. COLLEGE ATHLETICS -- GOOD OR BAD? The corrupting influences of professionalism and sports as business are considered in this essay, which calls for a return to strict amateur status in college sports. 6 pages, 4 footnotes, 2... (more) |
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06648. THE BASEBALL STRIKE OF 1981. The conflicts and controversies that led to the baseball players strike of 1981 are examined in this report; issues of costs, salaries and the compensation formula for contracts are detailed. 10... (more) |
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06217. A REVIEW OF THE LITERATURE CONCERNING THE ROLE OF VISUAL PERCEPTION IN THE LEARNING OF A SPECIFIC MOTOR SKILL. Good basic summary of theories and experiments with visual aids -- movies, slides, videotapes -- by physical education instructors. Seeing how to do it does help one learn how to do it. 9 pages, 18... (more) |
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05846. BOYCOTTING THE 1980 OLYMPICS. A paper stating the reasons why the U.S. should not boycott the 1980 Olympic games in Moscow. ... (more) |
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05831. THE PHYSIOLOGY OF SCUBA DIVING: EFFECTS AND PREVENTION OF BAROTRAUMA. Some of the dangers inherent in deep sea diving below 10 feet leading to the collapse of the bodily cavities are examined -- dangers to the lungs, sinuses and ears are the most acute. Embolism, air... (more) |
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05482. ABNORMAL BEHAVIOR AND EXERCISE THERAPY. The complexity of the human brain and the variations of mental deviations are the subject of this paper. Organic brain disorders are differentiated from the problems of low IQ and social dysfunction.... (more) |
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05102. SKIING. The sport of skiing is examined and analyzed, with attention to beginning, intermediate and advanced techniques. SWing as a way of life is discussed, with the lifestyles of professional Jean Claude... (more) |
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05088. HISTORY OF TENNIS. A brief look at the game, examining its history, rules and development, and noting its spread as an international sport after World War II. 6 pages, 5 footnotes, 5 bibliographic sources.... (more) |
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05082. TECHNIQUES OF SWIMMING. The problems of learning to swim and the various techniques common to modern swimming are examined. The health aspects of swimming and the social values of the sport are considered. 8 pages, 12... (more) |
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04903. BOWLING. The history of bowling, from its European origins down to its present-day popularity in America, is looked at in this study. The physical and psychological benefits of the game are stressed, and the... (more) |
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04810. THE HISTORY OF BASEBALL. A history of America's pastime from its earliest beginnings in the l9th century down to the present-day form of the game. The development of the leagues, professional teams, and methods of pitching... (more) |
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04482. THE NATIONAL COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION. The history of the founding and development of the NCAA is related in this report. The organization and expansion of the Association, and the crisis of the amateur status, are all explained in... (more) |
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04301. ANCIENT AND MODERN OLYMPIC GAMES. Basic overview of the similarities and differences of the Greek and modern games, noting the sometimes savagery of the ancients and the growing publicity and political aspects of the modern. 3 pages,... (more) |
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04268. THE NEW WORK WEEK AND LEISURE SERVICES. Interesting discussion of the four-day work week, and the need for increased leisure services; discusses the possible role that community colleges might play in providing recreation services. Sp.,... (more) |
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04242. A HISTORY OF TENNIS. Good basic overview of tennis, from origins in Near Eastern fertility rites to medieval court tennis, other forerunners, formal invention of modern tennis, spread and organizations, rules and heroes,... (more) |
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04130. THE ORIGINS OF THE NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION. Basic history of the development of professional basketball, focusing on organization of the league; needs update to account for ABA merger. lOp., 7f.,... (more) |
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04076. THE EFFECTS OF LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL ON PARTICIPANTS. Basic overview of the arguments that Little League baseball is harmful because of physical strain, and over-competitiveness fostered by anxious parents. Actually very well-balanced and much less... (more) |
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03568. THE SPORT OF CURLING. Interesting history of the sport of curling, with emphasis on its development in Canada. 6 pages, 7 footnotes, 3 bibliographic... (more) |
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03567. ICE HOCKEY: CANADA'S NATIONAL SPORT. Good brief overview of hockey as both participant and spectator sport, from the perspective of a sports fan and Canadian booster. 6p., 13f.,... (more) |
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03518. ADOLESCENT ATTITUDES TOWARDS PHYSICAL FITNESS. Very good report of a questionnaire administered to high school students of both sexes and females interested in athletics in particular, on attitudes to physical fitness for women. Includes comments... (more) |
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03501. KINESIOLOGY ANALYSIS OF PITCHING (BASEBALL). Thorough, technical-minded analysis of limb movement in underarm, sidearm, and overarm pitching, including purpose, anatomy, common mistakes and training. 11 pages, 24 footnotes, 4 bibliographic... (more) |
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01876. ADAPTIVE PHYSICAL EDUCATION FOR ALLERGY AND ASTHMA VICTIMS. Good summary of exercises for kids who can't breathe. Discusses medical basis of allergies and asthma, problems of sufferers, yoga techniques and breathing exercises to increase confidence and self... (more) |
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01824. RESEARCH PROPOSAL: THE EFFECTS OF DIFFERENTIAL MOTIVE-INCENTIVE CONDITIONS ON THE MOTOR PERFORMANCE OF A SIMPLE TASK. Very good thesis proposal studying relationship between motivation and physical performance. The vast bulk of the paper is taken up with a very thorough review of previous studies in the field; finds... (more) |
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53900. A MOVEMENT ANALYSIS OF THE SERVE IN TENNIS. A personal study of the body motion in the tennis serve, citing the literature on the subject and diagrams of forward swing, forearm movement and joint positions are supplied. Includes chart +... (more) |
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53892. WHAT IS A PROFESSIONAL. Original essay, argues that we should become Renaissance Man enjoying all aspects of leisure and work. 6p., Of.,... (more) |
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53779. A SURVEY OF PRACTICES OF SWIMMING COACHES CONCERNING WEIGHT TRAINING PROGRAMS. Excellent report of a research project in which swimming coaches across the country answered questionnaires on the use of weightlifting in swimming training. Very good survey of relevant literature,... (more) |
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53686. THE HISTORY OF SOCCER. Good basic overview of the history of this sport, concentrating on Britain; rules, techniques, spread, organizations. 9p., 12f.... (more) |
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53436. U.S. AND EUROPEAN MIDDLE DISTANCE TRAINING METHODS. A good comparison of the programs for training and developing middle-distance runners, setting forth an ideal schedule for daily training and calisthenics and remarking on British and American... (more) |
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53207. A RECREATION PROPOSAL AT A HALFWAY HOUSE, AND THE PROBLEM OF POWER. Very interesting report of personal observations.by Black social work student in mental health halfway house: how clients pressed for new recreation equipment, only to find that the staff reacted... (more) |
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53175. DISCRIMINATION AGAINST MINORITIES IN RECREATION. Good study of how recreation opportunities are limited by dominant attitudes, covering physically handicapped, aged, gays, children and women in addition to Blacks. 11p., 22f.,... (more) |
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53072. RECREATION AND CEREBRAL PALSY. Clinical, precise examination of the types and effects of cerebral palsy, with list of therapies and techniques the recreation instructor can use to provide experience and help build muscular skills. ... (more) |
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53038. MENTAL ILLNESS AND ITS IMPLICATIONS FOR RECREATION. Good study of the basic symptoms and types of mental illness, so that the recreation instructor can recognize when somebody really has a problem. Includes cognitive and perceptive disorders,... (more) |
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53027. SOCCER INJURIES. The nature of soccer injuries and the methods of preventing them are discussed in this paper. Muscle, joint a bone and concussive injuries are described, and coaching techniques of conditioning and... (more) |
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52953. PHYSICAL EDUCATION IN INNER-CITY SCHOOLS. Good summary of the special problems of P.E. in the inner city, discussion of the benefits that P.E. can bring to education and society. 11 pages, 4 footnotes, 7 bibliographic... (more) |
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52941. THE OHIO STATE RUNNING ATTACK. An analysis of the possible defenses against the basic running game of Woody Hayes' Ohio teams. The technical side of football strategy, including quarterback options, blocking methods, and power... (more) |
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52541. EFFECTS OF MARIJUANA USE ON PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND SPORTS PERFORMANCE. 8 pages, 6 footnotes, 6 bibliographic sources. See Medicine and Health Care, Section... (more) |
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52421. A HISTORY OF VOLLEYBALL. The invention and development of the sport are outlined briefly, and the current status of the game is assessed. 3p., Of.,... (more) |
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52320. THE HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENT OF GYMNASTICS. Good survey of the development of gymnastics, from Greeks jumping on wine-filled skins to the modern sport. Concentrated on the last two centuries. 8p., Sf.,... (more) |
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52299. TWO PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHING UNITS: RELAYS AND MOVEMENTS. Two brief lesson plans for teaching the principles of relay-type games, dance-type movement exercises. 6p., Of.,... (more) |
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51612. A REVIEW OF THE LITERATURE ON VISUAL PERCEPTION IN LEARNING MOTOR SKILLS. The question here is, can watching a movie of an exercise help P. E. student perform it themselves? Summary and discussion of relevant literature, with finding that in most cases the movies will... (more) |
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51565. ESTABLISHING AND FUNDING A YOGA COURSE IN THE P.E. DEFT. OF A HIGH SCHOOL. Good basic review of why such a course should be set up ( good alternative physical exercise for bored & noncompetitive students), and considerations to remember in seeking funding from school board... (more) |
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16150. CHRONIC DISEASE AND HANDICAPPING CONDITIONS IN CHILDREN. A good annotated bibliography of the materials available to workers and planners of services for handicapped children. References for parents, home care, teachers and therapists are list by groups. ... (more) |
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16100. THE NECESSITY OF EXERCISE. The need for modern Americans to take exercise, and the various forms of activity required for good physical conditioning, are given a general treatment. 5 pages, 5 footnotes, 3 bibliographic... (more) |
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