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The Effect Of Cooperative Games/Activities Involving Elementary Students On Cooperative Social Interaction, Karen S. Collins Aug 1995

The Effect Of Cooperative Games/Activities Involving Elementary Students On Cooperative Social Interaction, Karen S. Collins

Graduate Theses

The purpose of this study was to ascertain whether Cooperative Games/Activities influenced children’s cooperative values and interdependence in the classroom. Twenty-seven boys and twenty-eight girls were assigned to three groups: two cooperative games/activities experimental groups and one control group. Each student was pretested using a Group Behavior and Atmosphere Scale. Following the pretests, students in the control group continued with their regular physical education activities and the experimental groups played cooperative games. Cooperative games were played twice a week, for six weeks, for an average of forty-five minutes. After six weeks, all students were retested to determine changes in behavior. …

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Analysis Of Some Variations In Method Of Performing The Push-Up Among College Women, Clifford T. Mito Jan 1986

Analysis Of Some Variations In Method Of Performing The Push-Up Among College Women, Clifford T. Mito

All Master's Theses

This study utilized 90 college women from Central Washington University to determine if there are significant differences in strength scores between Rowney Knees-on Push-up Method and three body position variations and cadences. The main outcome of this research reflected two significant differences between Rowney's method and body position and cadences. No significant differences were found between experimental body position variations and cadences. The results of this study confirm the hypothesis that changes in push-up technique may produce significant differences in strength scores.

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Practical Flexibility Tests For Use In The Health And Fitness Setting, Rosie M. Garza Dec 1985

Practical Flexibility Tests For Use In The Health And Fitness Setting, Rosie M. Garza

Graduate Theses

No abstract is provided.

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Pressure Basketball And The Speed Game: A Comprehensive Coaching Philosophy, Lanny Vaneman May 1979

Pressure Basketball And The Speed Game: A Comprehensive Coaching Philosophy, Lanny Vaneman

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

There has been in the past, and likely will continue to be, an obvious lack of printed material dealing with the discipline of basketball. The wide spectrum of everything that is to be taught, as well as how it is to be introduced (in the writer’s opinion) has been neglected. Rather than focusing on one phase or a limited number of areas of interest, this work attempts to serve as a comprehensive basketball coaching manual for a beginning mentor. It should also serve well for one who wishes to reevaluate or revise his coaching philosophy. Careful thought has been given …

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A Comparison Of The Competitive Attitudes Of Seventh Through Twelfth Grade Boyx, Franklin A. Vale Jul 1975

A Comparison Of The Competitive Attitudes Of Seventh Through Twelfth Grade Boyx, Franklin A. Vale

Graduate Theses

No abstract was provided.

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A Survey Study Of The Amount And Techniques Of Scouting Used In Preparation For Dual Meet And, Or Tournament Competition In High School Wrestling, Larry G. Brown Jan 1972

A Survey Study Of The Amount And Techniques Of Scouting Used In Preparation For Dual Meet And, Or Tournament Competition In High School Wrestling, Larry G. Brown

All Master's Theses

This paper presents a survey study of the present status of scouting in Washington, Class AA, high school wrestling. The study through the use of a questionnaire and personal interview, was designed to reveal the experience level of coaches, the use of scouting, and the method of scouting in Washington State. Complex chi square was used to evaluate the relationship between coaching experience and the use of scouting. The relationship did not prove significant at the five percent level.

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The Influence Of Selected Individuals On The Acquisition Of Fundamental Motor Skills Of Girls, Laura Susan Clapp Aug 1971

The Influence Of Selected Individuals On The Acquisition Of Fundamental Motor Skills Of Girls, Laura Susan Clapp

All Master's Theses

The purpose of this study was to determine the influence of selected individuals on the acquisition of fundamental motor skills of girls. Specific problems were: 1. To develop a device for measuring influences exerted by selected individuals. 2. To measure fundamental motor skills. This study was limited to all ninth grade girls attending Arroyo High School in San Lorenzo, California. This study was limited to one administration of the questionnaire and one administration of the motor ability test per girl.

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A Comparison Of A Traditional Physical Educcation Program To A Movement Exploration Program Involving Junior High School Socially Maladjusted And Emotionally Disturbed Students, Edward F, Cowles Aug 1971

A Comparison Of A Traditional Physical Educcation Program To A Movement Exploration Program Involving Junior High School Socially Maladjusted And Emotionally Disturbed Students, Edward F, Cowles

All Master's Theses

Educators have a responsibility to provide a physical education program for the socially maladjusted and emotionally disturbed. Some authorities recognize the problems and special handicaps of the socially maladjusted and emotionally disturbed students and recommend experimental variations in teaching methods from traditional methodology. The purpose of this study was to determine whether or not a planned program of movement exploration would show an efficient way of improving the physical fitness and motor abilities of an experimental group of junior high school socially maladjusted and emotionally disturbed students. The experimental movement program was compared to a traditional program of physical education …

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A Study Designed To Establish Norms For The Marine Corps Physical Fitness Test Utilizing Somatotypes, Dean A. Blevins Jun 1971

A Study Designed To Establish Norms For The Marine Corps Physical Fitness Test Utilizing Somatotypes, Dean A. Blevins

All Master's Theses

The purpose of this study is to develop norms for the Marine Corps Physical Fitness Test in each somatotype classification as determined by the Heath-Carter anthropometric measurement. At the present time, norms exist only for the group as a whole which is comprised mainly of mesomorphs. This, of course, results in a great many endomorphs who score poorly, or not at all, and some ectomorphs who also do poorly. It is proposed that endomorphs, ectomorphs, and mesomorphs should each have their own norms.

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A Study Of Non-Participation Excuses In Physical Education Classes, Stewart R. Crook Aug 1967

A Study Of Non-Participation Excuses In Physical Education Classes, Stewart R. Crook

Graduate Student Research Papers

Basically speaking, it is important for pupils to attend school and to be present and to participate in ways in which the subject matter itself requires. The pride of every educational specialist in the secondary schools requires and expects such attendance and participation. None are so zealous, however, as to deny the pupil the innate necessity of excuse for legitimate reasons. It is a well documented fact that the field of education in the United States is committed to the preservation and care of student health. The problem of non-participation arises because of virtual intimidation of the public schools in …

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Negligence And Liability In Physical Education, Wilmar Derrick Aug 1967

Negligence And Liability In Physical Education, Wilmar Derrick

Graduate Student Research Papers

There is no other area in education that is more directly involved and has the potential for liability involvement than physical education. It is within this program that more accidents occur than in any other area within the school system. It becomes, therefore, very important for all physical education instructors to be aware of their legal situation. In recent years an increased number of court decisions have held that the physical education instructor is responsible for those injuries suffered by pupils under his instruction. Many excellent physical education programs have been ruined as a result of an instructor being found …

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Factors To Consider In The Development Of A Junior High School Indoor Physical Education And Athletic Facility, Hal J. Williams Jul 1967

Factors To Consider In The Development Of A Junior High School Indoor Physical Education And Athletic Facility, Hal J. Williams

Graduate Student Research Papers

It is the purpose of this study: (1) to determine the recommended activity and service facility area needs for an indoor junior high school physical education and athletic facility; (2) to determine and present general building features to consider in the construction of an indoor physical education and athletic facility for a junior high school; (3) and to equip the writer with the necessary knowledge to enable him to effectively advise in the development of his school's indoor physical education and athletic area needs to the end that the facility will provide for a complete program for the school's immediate, …

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An Evaluation Of Eligibility Rules At Terrace Heights For Interscholastic Activities On The Seventh And Eighth Grade Level, Edward W. Eichwald Jul 1965

An Evaluation Of Eligibility Rules At Terrace Heights For Interscholastic Activities On The Seventh And Eighth Grade Level, Edward W. Eichwald

Graduate Student Research Papers

The purpose of this study was to determine an appropriate eligibility procedure for interscholastic athletics at Terrace Heights Elementary.

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Coaching And Training Of Junior College Distance Runners, Eldon Claude Odle Aug 1964

Coaching And Training Of Junior College Distance Runners, Eldon Claude Odle

Graduate Student Research Papers

The purpose of this study was to investigate the theories, techniques, and methods of training and coaching of distance runners. To do this, the ideas advanced by the leading authorities in the field will be investigated and an attempt will be made to formulate a usable program for the development of college freshman and sophomore distance runners.

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A Survey Of Recommendations Concerning Competitive Athletics On The Junior High Level, Jerald Edward Ryan Aug 1964

A Survey Of Recommendations Concerning Competitive Athletics On The Junior High Level, Jerald Edward Ryan

Graduate Student Research Papers

It was the purpose of this study (1) to compare the opinions of noted authors and committee groups on junior high school interscholastic athletics; (2) to determine the basis for the justification of a program in junior high school interscholastic athletics; (3) to learn the significant trends in junior high school athletics; and (4) to learn the standards for junior high school athletic participation.

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The Relationship Of Competitive Athletics To The Secondary Education Program, Walter F. Thorp Aug 1964

The Relationship Of Competitive Athletics To The Secondary Education Program, Walter F. Thorp

Graduate Student Research Papers

It was the purpose of this research to review the literature concerning the attitudes toward competitive athletics in our secondary schools. Educators have long recognized the need for a better administrative program of competitive athletics in the secondary education system. The questions that confront them are: Do competitive athletics have a place in our secondary school program? Do they offer the opportunity for high school youth to work toward or obtain worthwhile individual or cultural goals? In this paper the writer will attempt to find answers to these questions.

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A Study Of Competitive Athletics In The Elementary School, Howard L. Hansen Jun 1964

A Study Of Competitive Athletics In The Elementary School, Howard L. Hansen

Graduate Student Research Papers

The purpose of this study is to gain a better understanding of the place of competitive athletics in the elementary schools.

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A Training And Conditioning Program For The High School Baseball Pitcher, Orville E. Johnson Aug 1963

A Training And Conditioning Program For The High School Baseball Pitcher, Orville E. Johnson

Graduate Student Research Papers

The purpose of this study is to present in a clear and concise form the rudimentary mechanics of the game and an adaptable conditioning program for the high school baseball pitcher. While organizing the paper, the author hoped to gain further insight into the complexities of improving the young pitcher during the high school's short spring season.

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A Physical Education Program For Wilson Junior High School Yakima, Washington, Clifford Theodore Dale Aug 1963

A Physical Education Program For Wilson Junior High School Yakima, Washington, Clifford Theodore Dale

Graduate Student Research Papers

The purposes of this study are (1) to develop a physical education program for Wilson Junior High School at Yakima, Washington; (2) to develop the instructional units of activity and skills; (3) to develop the use of student leaders; (4) to develop, organize, and motivate the program.

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A Study Of The Physical Education Facilities At Highland High School, Robert Lee Graf Aug 1963

A Study Of The Physical Education Facilities At Highland High School, Robert Lee Graf

Graduate Student Research Papers

This study will attempt to determine if the physical education facilities at Highland High School meet standards of construction. A comparison of five different facilities concerning six building features will be made.

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A Proposed Guide For Playground Planning, Wayne Delbert Jensen Aug 1963

A Proposed Guide For Playground Planning, Wayne Delbert Jensen

Graduate Student Research Papers

The purpose of this study was to investigate the importance of playground planning in the over-all school plan. One of the chief aims of the study was to demonstrate the need for larger school sites through the presentation of actual space requirements of various play areas needed in an adequate physical education and recreation program. The writer thought that a suitable explanation of the playground plan had to include a discussion of the importance of the playground to the entire community.

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An Investigation Of The Effect Of Isometric Contraction Exercises On The Development Of Strength, Talmadge Glynn Moore Aug 1962

An Investigation Of The Effect Of Isometric Contraction Exercises On The Development Of Strength, Talmadge Glynn Moore

Graduate Student Research Papers

It was the purpose of this study to investigate the pros and cons of a new-and-old form of exercise called isometric contraction and to determine its place in the realm of athletics and physical fitness. Through research the paper will attempt to reach a conclusion as to the predicted success of isometric contraction upon strength1 a component of physical fitness. It will attempt to show the advantages and disadvantages of isometric contraction as a means of attaining, maintaining, and improving strength.

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A Curriculum Guide In Physical Education For The Intermediate Grades Of The Goldendale, Washington, School System, Walter D. Woolley Jr. Aug 1962

A Curriculum Guide In Physical Education For The Intermediate Grades Of The Goldendale, Washington, School System, Walter D. Woolley Jr.

Graduate Student Research Papers

The purpose of this study was to provide the intermediate grade teachers of the Goldendale, Washington, school system with a convenient guide to some of the physical education activities for their grade level. No attempt will be made to give teaching methods for the different activities.

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Safety Procedures For Basketball, Lorenz D. Flindt Jr. Aug 1962

Safety Procedures For Basketball, Lorenz D. Flindt Jr.

Graduate Student Research Papers

The purpose of this study is to consider the many ways basketball can be made safer for the individual participants. In organizing this paper, the author hoped to gain further insight into just one of the many areas of safety. He believes this material can be useful not only for the basketball coach, but for all individuals interested in protecting one of our nation's most priceless possessions--its children.

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Establishing A Gymnastics Program For Soap Lake Schools, Norman F. Lehman Jul 1962

Establishing A Gymnastics Program For Soap Lake Schools, Norman F. Lehman

Graduate Student Research Papers

This study proposed to set up a gymnastics program for Soap Lake Junior-Senior High School at Soap Lake., Washington. The program was to be so designed as to conform with the existing facilities and be within the capability range of the students.

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Coaching And Promoting A Junior High School Track Program For Wilson Junior High School, Yakima, Washington, Leland Maurice Bofto Jul 1962

Coaching And Promoting A Junior High School Track Program For Wilson Junior High School, Yakima, Washington, Leland Maurice Bofto

Graduate Student Research Papers

The purpose of this study is (1) to develop a track program for Wilson Junior High School at Yakima, Washington; (2) to show the individual track and field events and a worksheet for each event; (3) to show how to motivate and organize a program; (4) to organize participants into correct classifications; and (5) to give a recommended list of basic equipment.

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The Administration Of Safety In Physical Education, James John Nelson Jun 1962

The Administration Of Safety In Physical Education, James John Nelson

Graduate Student Research Papers

It is essential that school systems in the United States strive to make physical education programs as safe as possible. To ignore this fact is to invite mass disapproval by the general public. Once this has happened a curtailment of physical education programs could take place which would, eventually, have detremental effects on the physical fitness of youth. As in any other phase of school work the primary responsibility for the successful functioning of the school safety program in physical education rests with the administrator. To meet this responsibility with intelligent leadership should be of prime concern to the administrator. …

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The Participation Of Junior High School Boys In Competitive Athletics, Richard (Dick) A. Van Well Aug 1961

The Participation Of Junior High School Boys In Competitive Athletics, Richard (Dick) A. Van Well

Graduate Student Research Papers

The problem of this study was to gather information concerning interschool athletics. The chief purposes of this study were to: (1) Collect and summarize the literature written by the medical profession; (2) Collect and summarize the literature written by the educational profession; and (3) To present the research written by those involved, so that people concerned with the problem might make a better judgement on the advisability of interschool athletics at the junior high level.

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Current Coaching Trends In Track And Field, Charles Cecil Baker Aug 1961

Current Coaching Trends In Track And Field, Charles Cecil Baker

Graduate Student Research Papers

It was the purpose of this paper to collect and present developments since 1956 in coaching, technique of performance, and equipment in most of the major track and field events.

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Constructing Athletic Equipment For Small High Schools, Gordon Snaza Jul 1961

Constructing Athletic Equipment For Small High Schools, Gordon Snaza

Graduate Student Research Papers

The purpose of this paper was to make available to administrators and coaches a detailed and descriptive report on the construction of athletic equipment. This author, having coached in a small high school, knows the hardships coaches in small high schools encounter in acquiring athletic equipment and facilities.

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