In physical education at the elementary level, students are taught to move with efficiency in all situations, to have knowledge about movement, and to value movement as an essential part of life. Teachers stress problem solving, discovery, and concept learning in teaching physical education to young children. To assist teachers and students,…

Intended for special educators and administrators, the paper addresses the educational implications of closed head injury in children. Characteristics of head injured students are noted, including previous successful experiences in social and academic settings, inconsistent performance patterns, and cognitive deficits which are present as in other…

This volume is the second in a series (developed in response to a needs assessment survey of special educators in Alberta, Canada) providing practical suggestions about instructional strategies, classroom management, preparing individual program plans, and understanding special needs. The book's four sections focus on the instruction of students…