Physical Educator articles from January 2008

Physical Educator archives from January 2008

An examination of kinesiology GTAs' perceptions of an instructional development and evaluation model.(graduate teaching assistants )(Report)
January 1, 2008... Abstract Kinesiology graduate teaching assistants (GTAs) provide an invaluable role in carrying out the instructional mission of many universities and colleges. However, the last two decades have seen an increase in public criticism and...

Inspiring critical reflection in preservice teachers.(Report)
January 1, 2008... Abstract The purpose of this study was to determine the effectiveness of peer-generated feedback versus visual feedback in inspiring preservice physical education teachers to produce reflections that are more critical than technical. The...

Effectiveness of point-based physical activity intervention.(Report)
January 1, 2008... Abstract Understanding and promoting physical activity is critical to combat the growing obesity epidemic in the U.S. This study was designed to compare two 10-week physical activity programs among college students. One hundred and...

Teacher perceptions of physical education in the primary school: attitudes, values and curriculum preferences.(Report)
January 1, 2008... Abstract The major aim of this study was to examine the relationship between teachers' curriculum preferences in the primary school and the relative value they place on PE compared to other key learning areas (KLAs) of the primary...