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Miles, Ann; Knight, Elizabeth – British Journal of Physical Education, 1987
Among 16 components of a good physical education program for handicapped children are the following: physical fitness, motor development, perceptual development, body awareness, hand dominance, perception, problem solving, creativity, memory, concentration, discipline, and confidence. (DB)
Descriptors: Adapted Physical Education, Disabilities, Elementary Secondary Education, Program Development

Modell, Scott J.; Cox, Thomas Alan – TEACHING Exceptional Children, 1999
Guidelines for developing a physical activity program for students with severe/profound disabilities address medical clearance; levels of participation; staffing; equipment; and program components, including warm-up, range of motion/flexibility activities, aerobics, resistance training, and cool-down. (DB)
Descriptors: Adapted Physical Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Physical Fitness, Program Development
Morreau, Lanny E.; And Others – Practical Pointers, 1980
The role of three professional groups--adaptive physical educators, therapeutic recreation specialists, and special educators--in planning individualized leisure programs for disabled persons is discussed. Characteristics of such programs should take into consideration principles of normalization and least restrictive environment. A systems…
Descriptors: Adapted Physical Education, Disabilities, Individualized Programs, Interdisciplinary Approach
Vodola, Thomas M. – 1979
The implications of mainstreaming for the physical education teacher are examined. An overview of the legislation regarding programing handicapped students in physical education is presented. Major categories and descriptors necessary in drawing up an individualized education plan are outlined. Specific strategies and activities that can be…
Descriptors: Adapted Physical Education, Curriculum Development, Educational Diagnosis, Educational Legislation
Virginia State Dept. of Education, Richmond. Div. of Special Education. – 1977
This publication is designed as a resource guide for classroom teachers, special education teachers, and administrators in the state of Virginia in fulfilling state and national mandates for the physical education of handicapped children. Introductory discussion centers around (1) the term "handicapped" and the disabling conditions…
Descriptors: Adapted Physical Education, Athletic Equipment, Elementary Secondary Education, Exceptional Child Education

Crawford, Michael – Physical Educator, 1983
Guidelines for competitive physical education and recreational therapy programs for multihandicapped children are discussed. Program developers should consider psychological factors, such as conceptualization of competition, anxiety management, and students' motivation and sense of locus of control. Teachers and parents should be trained to act…
Descriptors: Adapted Physical Education, Athletics, Competition, Multiple Disabilities
Sherrill, Claudine, Ed. – 1988
This text explores new directions in teacher training and service delivery and is designed to help shape the future of adapted physical education as a discipline and as a profession. It provides a comprehensive overview of the history and philosophy of the field, discussions on future trends, and ideas on current issues in adapted physical…
Descriptors: Adapted Physical Education, Ancillary School Services, Delivery Systems, Higher Education

Miles, Bruce H.; Nierengarten, Mark E. – Rural Special Education Quarterly, 1990
Outlines a model for development of a special physical education program, emphasizing methods that capitalize on strengths of small and rural schools. Discusses formation of a strategic planning team, assignment of special physical education staff, development of integrated instructional programing, relationship of regular and special education…
Descriptors: Adapted Physical Education, Delivery Systems, Educational Planning, Educational Strategies
Improving Physical Education for the Handicapped in Ohio. Guidelines for Adapted Physical Education.
Ohio State Dept. of Education, Columbus. Div. of Elementary and Secondary Education. – 1980
This manual is a resource guide for physical education teachers, program directors, special education teachers and administrators, and parents of the handicapped. It provides direction for the development of physical education programs for handicapped children. Chapters discuss: (1) identification, assessment, and evaluation of special needs; (2)…
Descriptors: Adapted Physical Education, Disabilities, Handicap Identification, Mainstreaming
Missouri State Dept. of Elementary and Secondary Education, Jefferson City. – 1987
This publication presents state guidelines for the physical education departments of elementary and secondary schools in Missouri. The following areas are covered: (1) administrative areas and concerns; (2) program implementation; (3) criteria for identification of exemplary programs; (4) available resource materials; and (5) scope and sequence of…
Descriptors: Adapted Physical Education, Athletics, Curriculum, Elementary School Curriculum
Colorado State Dept. of Education, Denver. Special Education Services Unit. – 1989
This document is intended to provide guidance in the delivery of motor services to Colorado students with impairments in movement, sensory feedback, and sensory motor areas. Presented first is a rationale for providing adapted physical education, occupational therapy, and/or physical therapy services. The next chapter covers definitions,…
Descriptors: Adapted Physical Education, Certification, Delivery Systems, Elementary Secondary Education
Texas Education Agency, Austin. – 1986
The Texas Education Agency bulletin examines aspects of physical education for students with handicaps. Following a statement of philosophy, the guidelines address the following topics: assessment (characteristics of motor assessment instruments); the developmental program plan (program organization, descriptors and skills for essential elements);…
Descriptors: Adapted Physical Education, Delivery Systems, Demonstration Programs, Disabilities
Block, Martin E. – 1994
This guide provides guidance on the inclusion of students with disabilities in regular physical education classes. Section 1 comprises three chapters which focus on philosophy, beliefs, and attitudes in relation to physical education, inclusion, and team assessment and programming. The development of a collaborative Physical Education Inclusion…
Descriptors: Adapted Physical Education, Age Differences, Check Lists, Classroom Techniques
Connecticut State Dept. of Education, Hartford. – 1981
This guide offers a framework for planning, implementing, and evaluating a physical education program for students in primary grades through high school based on Connecticut state goals. The first section contains a discussion of the philosophy and goals of physical education programs and current trends in physical education. The second section…
Descriptors: Adapted Physical Education, Administrative Organization, Curriculum Development, Educational Trends