A checklist to help physical educators determine whether their programs are in compliance with requirements of the Education for All Handicapped Children Act is presented. Intended for use by teachers, the list covers: (1) student assessment; (2) student placement; (3) individualized education programs; (4) staff development; (5) facilities; and…

Since federal and state laws directly influence the professional activities of physical educators, it is essential to understand the implications of particular laws and regulations as well as legal processes. Some misconceptions about the law are examined, and techniques by which physical educators can affect educational policy are explored. (JN)

A survey of state laws and regulations revealed that of 46 responding states and the District of Columbia, 27 states provide physical activities to children with various handicapping conditions. Findings indicated that provisions vary from state to state and do not always cover all aspects of adapted physical education or all children with…

The legal system has significantly influenced the everyday operation of American public schools in the last 20 years. Because of the increasing probability of teacher involvement in a legal incident, a working knowledge of the law as it relates to physical education is important. Included in this document, which focuses on tort liability for…

The 1980 General Conference of the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization proclaimed an International Charter for the purpose of placing and promoting the development of physical education and sport at the service of human progress. (JN)

Nine standards for awarding graduate credit in physical education are presented. (MJB)

The International Charter of Physical Education and Sport was adopted by the General Conference of the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in 1978 and amended in 1991. The charter's purpose is to place the development of physical education and sport at the service of human progress. The charter's individual…

This article discusses the liability of teachers, administrators, and school systems for actions by substitutes, paraprofessionals, student teachers, and new teachers, examining who is responsible if an individual is negligent. Case examples are provided. Four principles for states where there are no applicable immunity statutes are presented. (SM)

This booklet examines the requirements of the Title IX regulation for physical education and the principles and activities most important for complying with these requirements. It also examines concerns most frequently raised regarding the advisability of the required changes and presents information and suggestions for evaluating and alleviating…

This document presents texts from the European Convention on Spectator Violence. The six parts are (1) "Texts Adopted by the Committee of Ministers"; (2) "Texts Adopted at Conferences, Working Parties, and Informal Meetings of European Ministers Responsible for Sport" and "Informal Working Parties/Informal Meeting of…

This publication consists of the text and appendix of two recommendations adopted by the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe. Recommendation No. R (95) 16, presented by the Committee of Ministers to Member States on Young People and Sport, recommends that the governments of members states draw inspiration from the principles and ideas…

The article addresses the right of disabled students to participate in physical education and extracurricular activities, particularly as mandated by P.L. 94-142 (Education for All Handicapped Children Act) and P.L. 93-112 (Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973). Specific sections of the legislation are cited. (SBH)

The ramifications of Title IX compliance are explored in the context of existing programs and procedures. The handbook is written from the standpoint that, once physical education personnel and governance officials are aware of Title IX, they will wish to take the suggested action steps so that program improvement will result. The first section…

This report contains public policy and programmatic outcomes resulting from the impact of Title IX on the physical education curricula and instruction in secondary public schools. Eighty-three percent of Virginia secondary physical education chairpersons completed a questionnaire by June, 1978, the year of compliance. Data were analyzed with…

This pamphlet is designed to help school personnel in Massachusetts achieve equal opportunity in physical education and sports programs for all students, regardless of sex. Answers are provided for some of the most commonly raised questions on this issue: (1) Do the regulations require that all physical education classes be coeducational? (2) Do…