games afford wide opportunity for the practice of desireble character traits.
Only those sports and games have been selected which contribute to the develop-
ment of strength and endurance. Many well-loved games have been omitted, Tennis,
for example, is not included because considerable skill is required before maxi-
mum value is secured.

Objectives:

1. To develop speed, strength, and endurance.

2. To provide opportunity for the practice of desirable character traits.
3. To develop skills useful in leisure tine.

Organization:
1. All girls should participate.
2, Girls rules shculd be used.
3, Women teachers shculd be in charge of the program.
4. The standards of the National Secticn on Women's Athletics should govern
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National Section on Women's Athletics. Standards in Athletics for Girls and
Women. Washington, D. C., 1201 16th Street, N. W.

 

Teaching procedures for all team games:

ie Explain in general. the idea of the game and the terms most often used.

2. Group students according to similar ability.

3, Use explanation, demonstration, and other teaching aids in presenting
technigues.

4. Practice skills in groups with trained student leaders in charge.

5. Keep each student busy practicing some skill. The skill should be chosen
with respect to her level of achievement.

6. Give student sufficient time to practice skill so that she may improve her
performance.

7. Use skills in real game situations as soon as possible.

8, Devote a part of every pericd to improving old or learning new skills.

9, Concentrate on essentials for beginners.

10. Present more advanced skills and strategy cof playing as scon as players
acquire elementary skills.

ll. Train students to officiate as they learn the game.

12, Emphasize the importance of safety. It is the teacher's responsibility to
keep equipment in good condition. It is the player's responsibility to
keep play areas clear of hazarcs and to discipline those numbers of the
class who frequently cause accidents.

Field—ball Field Hockey
Soccer Basketball
Speedball Volleyball

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