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Journal of Physical Education, Recreation and Dance

 Issue: October 2005

“Lifetime Fitness for Health” Course Assessment: Implications for Curriculum Improvement
Bradley J. Cardinal, Marita K. Cardinal, & Molly E. Burger

Abstract:

The School Health Education Profile Study (SHEP) biannually assesses comprehensive school health education programs and policies throughout the United States. This investigation reports on a pilot set of questions designed to assess middle and high school level “Lifetime Fitness for Health” (LFH) courses (i.e., primarily lecture-lab or classroom-based courses focused on wellness-related topics) in Oregon. The aim was to gather information regarding the availability of such courses in the state, as well as the breadth of material covered in these courses. Eleven questions were embedded within the “Lead Physical Education Specialist Module” of the 2002 SHEP survey. The survey was distributed to a representative sample of 365 middle and high schools in the state and were completed “by the person who knows the most about how physical education is provided throughout all grades at your school.” This article discusses the results and implications of the survey, which have importance for teachers throughout the United States.

Article category: Research