Exercise science represents an integrated approach to the study of the physiological, biochemical, and mechanical adaptations of humans to stresses imposed by a variety of physical performances as well as ambient conditions such as temperature and humidity. (MLW)

Any given academic discipline appeals to and utilizes more than one mode of knowledge; most subject matter disciplines are "interdisciplinary." To be truly educated is to have learned which intellectual difficulties to take as challenges and which to put in their place as matters of personalities or fads. (MLW)

Enumerates the issues which are at the core of the debate over the New Sociology of Education--the nature of the epistemological foundation, the adequacy of phenomenology as a basis for structural analysis, the stratification of knowledge and the power of elites in determining curriculum, and the nature of the political action implied. For journal…

Explores teachers' weaknesses that encourage discipline problems within the classroom: teaching style, personality problems, overreacting, friendship (student/teacher relationships), mass punishment, ignoring cries for help, reward centers, false promise of punishment, and "breaking the student's spirit" approach. Provides checklist for teachers…

Preparation for substitute teaching in physical education begins with sound professional training. A "sub" must be self-confident and fair and should have a sense of humor. The successful "sub" will be properly prepared and organized to meet each teaching assignment. (JN)

The term "due process of law" has been overextended to apply to cases arising out of the public school system. This has resulted in increasing involvement of the judiciary in the administration of public schools, which has affected their day to day operation. (Author/MJL)

The validity of the Biglan clusters, guides in classifying or categorizing academic departments among a wide range of colleges and universities, is discussed. Evidence supports the validity by showing how faculty salaries and instructional staffing patterns differ among departments along the dimensions described by Biglan. (Author/MLW)

Criticizes the use of corporal punishment in schools and argues that the schools should instead encourage the most advanced and effective methods of child management. (Author/MP)

Teachers who desire the academic freedom to discuss all sides of an issue are often branded as disloyal, communistic, or evil. But it is those who propose thought control and oppose total access to knowledge, not teachers advocating their students' right to know, who are America's actual subversives. (Author/SJL)

This workshop outlines various approaches of helping teach self-discipline in the classroom. These approaches provide practical suggestions for teachers. If the social environment of the school seems to be less than democratic, perhaps this workshop content, when implemented, will provide for more open, honest communication and cooperation.…

From the research literature, the authors draw specific guidelines for the high school teacher on creating a productive classroom environment and preventing discipline problems. Four approaches to behavior management (modification) are also outlined. (SJL)

A combined discipline counseling approach treats both symptoms and causes of discipline problems, while also providing accountability for behavior. Over the five-year period that this approach has been in operation at the Bridge Street Junior High in Wheeling (West Virginia), the number of repeat offenders has declined. (WD)

The most important finding of the new Coleman report is that, after family background is taken into account, there remains significant variation in student achievement, which can be related to differing educational policies. (Author/WD)

Presents ideas for stimulating students' interest in college level sociology courses by involving students in individual v group decision making, nonverbal communication, romantic love, and ethnic stereotypes. Tips for organizing classroom demonstrations around these topics are presented. (Author/DB)

The author attempts to clarify the difference between punishment and negative reinforcement and suggests that negative reinforcement should be used only as a last resort as a disciplinary tool. (KC)