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October 16, 2000, Vol. 2, No.18
Links Index
* Adapted Physical Education
* Athletic Training
* Biomechanics
* Dance
* Exercise Science
* Health Sciences
* Outdoor and Adventure Education
* Pedagogy - Teaching Methods
* Sport Psychology
* Sport Management
* Statistics and Measurement
16. Physical Education Advocacy
17. References and Resources
18. Unit Plans - Online Teaching Units
19. PELINKS4U Archives

20. PE-Forum - Online Bulletin Board


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New Elementary PE Section
This issue features the very first of our new sections - Elementary PE. Our goal over the next few issues is to produce sections specifically targeted at YOUR interests. We invite you to think about contributing to this and future sections. Enjoy these online "e-zines" bringing you the latest teaching information in a brief, easy-to-read format.

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PE Advocacy
Featured Web Site
Farmington Middle School


Created by Scott Meier, Jen Marshall, and Gregg Rappe this page includes learning outcomes for all of their activities and a calendar specifying when they will be taught. Very exotic design!

Health And Activity Advocacy Kit Available
Educating the public is of prime importance. Get your advocacy kit!

PE Teaching Is Easy...Or Is It?
Frank Rowe shares a vignette depicting the complexity of teaching in the PE environment

Teaching
PE Central
Reach For The Stars
Here's a self-esteem building program developed by Mark Housel who teaches PE at Forest Avenue School in Glen Ridge, NJ.

PE Curriculum Standards Document

The Long Beach Unified School District has created a wonderfully comprehensive document detailing K-12 PE objectives and standards. Check this out if you are working on developing your curriculum

PE Lessons To Download
TeacherVision has some printable lessons that focus on developing knowledge about exercise. You may need the free PDF download to view them!

Starting A Unicycling Club
Do something great for the kids you care about, start a Unicycle Club!

Featured Articles
Why High School Students Feel Disconnected in PE
Here's a study which investigates students' experiences in school and physical education from a "school membership" perspective.

Nutrition In The Management Of Obesity
Evidence suggests that effective obesity management programs offer a combination of approaches and emphasize behavior modification, cognitive-change strategies, social support, physical activity and nutrition education

Fitness and Health
Lack of Fitness Plagues America
The folks at the WeNeedPe site provides some statistics on children's fitness. Visit their site and register to support the PEP and quality PE.

Are You Heart Smart?
The British Heart Foundation has developed an interactive online site for children, youth and teachers.

Sports and Coaching
Self-Esteem in Sports
If building self-esteem is a major goal in your program you'll enjoy the links created by Steve Lowe.

How Important Is Winning In Youth Sports?
Mike Clark believes that the answer to this question depends upon who is responding!


Assessing Learning Video!!

Women and Sports
Gender Equity
Saskatchewan's gender equity policy and guidelines for its implementation -you can download the full text document.

Miscellaneous
Want to help promote PE? PELINKS4U invites your ideas and submissions. Don't keep good suggestions a secret...share them with your colleagues through PELINKS4U. E-mail us today!

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News
2001 PE Challenge
PE Central's registration for a limited number of FREE pins for 4th and 5th grade challenges will start the week of October 22nd. Plan to register early if interested.

Phi Epsilon Kappa - New Site Sponsor
Phi E K is the national professional fraternity for people in the fields of physical education, health, recreation, dance, human performance, exercise science, sports medicine, and sports management. Visit the Phi E K website to learn how membership can benefit you.


NEW Elementary PE Section





Check out the NEW PELINKS4U Elementary PE Section edited this issue by elementary physical education teacher Marina Bonello.

Elementary PE Preschool Physical Education 
Preschool Physical Education requires a special type of structure explains Steve Sanders.

Enhance Development

Greg Payne maintains that quality Physical Education Programs can enhance all aspects of development.

The New Physical Education 

The CDC has provided concrete guidelines of what this "new " PE is aiming to achieve.

Click here to see more...

If you like the new Elementary Section check back for more new sections over the next few issues of PELINKS4U! Please tell your colleagues about this exciting new resource for ideas.

Technology, Facilities, Equipment

Free Online Bulletin Board
If you could use a place to post messages but don't have a web site, here's a free bulletin board to use

Sydney Moments Screensaver

NBC has pulled together the best moments of the Olympics for a free "Sydney Moments Screensaver."

Click here to join the

Discussion Board for PE Teachers

Technology Site For Teachers
A site worth visiting if you are attempting to teach with technology. Lots of free hints and links.

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The Olympics and Olympism

The Games may be over but there are still plenty of resources worth visiting:
Olympic 2000 Schools Strategy
From New South Wales a fantastic site for teachers, developed with the goal of ongoing education to further the Olympic ideals.

Australia Poster Lesson
All the information you need to have your students create an informational poster about the host country - Australia.

Greek Olympics in the Classroom
More activities for teachers to develop an understanding of Olympic history and traditions.

State AHPERD Conference Calendar
Check our calendar section for dates. Send upcoming dates on conferences and workshops to PELINKS4U

Conference/Workshop/Events Calendar
Please send PELINKS4U dates and information on upcoming conferences and workshops. Remember too that PELINKS4U would like to publish your conference presentations and handouts. Contact us.
  • Maryland AHPERD. October 19-20, Thomas Stitcher (410) 543-6349.
  • Oklahoma AHPERD. October 19-20, Edmond. Contact Karen Dowd (405) 359-1091
  • Florida AHPERD. October 19-21, Orlando. Contact Carol Sisco (904) 797-7229
  • West Virginia AHPERD. October 19-21, Daniels. Contact Jennifer McCauley (304) 369-1454
  • Power for Living, PESPA Conference, October 19 -21, Parksville, British Columbia.
  • Minnesota AHPERD. October 20-21, Wayzata. Contact Meryl Gisselouist (612) 441-1317
  • Wisconsin AHPERD. October 25-27, Waukesha. Contact Nicole Popowich (608) 785-8175
  • Kentucky AHPERD. October 27-28, Louisville. Contact Lonnie Davis (606) 622-1887
  • New Mexico AHPERD. October 27-28, Santa Fe. Contact Dave Hinman (505) 865-6223
  • Washington AHPERD. October 27-28, Shoreline. Web site has registration and program information.
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