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Wilson, Wesley J.; Haegele, Justin Anthony; Kelly, Luke E. – Quest, 2020
Since 1975, the implementation of the Least Restrictive Environment, a federal mandate of Public Law 94-142, has been historically challenging for physical educators and adapted physical educators. Confusion and misinterpretation of the law's intent, as well as competing ideologies, have perpetuated failed Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)…
Descriptors: Mainstreaming, Physical Education, Higher Education, Legal Responsibility
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Bruno, Laura E. – Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance, 2020
The majority of physical education teacher education (PETE) programs include some form of adapted physical education (APE) training for preservice teachers; yet PETE candidates report feeling underprepared to teach individuals with disabilities. The number of students with disabilities included in general education continues to grow, in accordance…
Descriptors: Physical Education Teachers, Teacher Education Programs, Preservice Teacher Education, Adapted Physical Education
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Columna, Luis; Davis, Timothy; Lieberman, Lauren; Lytle, Rebecca – Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance (JOPERD), 2010
Adapted physical education (APE) is designed to meet the unique needs of children with disabilities within the least restrictive environment. Placement in the right environment can help the child succeed, but the wrong environment can create a very negative experience. This article presents a systematic approach to making decisions when…
Descriptors: Adapted Physical Education, Disabilities, Primatology, Educational Environment