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Masters Theses
Date of Award
6-1966
Degree Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science
Major
Education
Major Professor
Reagan Abernathy
Committee Members
Samuel Kimble, Michael Nunnery
Abstract
In a world that is under constant change, man must adjust and identify his place in society. Physical education has its roots deep in the educational process. It has progressed and had some set-backs, but it has continually grown and adjusted to innovations.
During various armed conflicts, the physical stamina of man was put to the test. During World War II and the Korean War war, American men were not physically ready. Many of the men displayed poor performance in basic motor skills such as jumping, throwing, falling, and lifting. They did not have a significant degree of skill in any sport which would initiate a desire for participation.
To have improvement there must be change and change is brought about by various means. Mass criticism of the present status or worth of a program causes re-evaluation from within.
Recommended Citation
Pitts, Glenn Stephen, "An Evaluation of the Physical Education Programs in Knoxville City High Schools. " Master's Thesis, University of Tennessee, 1966.
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