Skiing is a rewarding form of exercise for the disabled, including amputees, the blind and deaf, parapalegics, and those with neuromuscular disorders and spinal cord injuries. The article discusses equipment adaptation for the disabled, as well as training techniques for and special considerations in instructing handicapped skiers. (JL)

Provides an introduction to robotic technology, and describes current robot models. Three ways of using robots in education are discussed--as exemplars of other processes, as objects of instruction, and as prosthetic aids--and selection criteria are outlined. (17 references) (CLB)

The study explored the frequency with which authors were cited in the most recent edition of "Therapeutic Exercise," an internationally recognized text in physical therapy. Citation trends across three editions were also used as an index of long-term professional influence. Implications for the physical therapy profession are discussed.…

Results indicated that counselors in several of the disability conditions were rated as being significantly more expert and attractive than able-bodied counselors. Counselor self-disclosures did not have a clearly negative or positive effect on subjects' perceptions. (Author/BL)

The interview with a Toronto primary grade teacher considers her reactions to the integration of two wheelchair bound children integrated into her class. Considered are discussions to prepare the class prior to the placement, activities to fully integrate the children, and management of one child's frequent seizures. (DB)

A "Father's Day" was created to promote fathers' participation in a preschool class for physically handicapped and developmentally delayed children. Planning and actual implementation are described along with suggestions for making the day a success. (CL)

The interaction between wheelchair users and nondisabled college students was investigated in two studies. Results suggest that the response inhibition model best explains interaction difficulties. (Author)

A national housing survey revealed that 2.5 percent of all older Americans lived with nonrelatives, another 7 percent were interested in sharing their current unit with others, and 8 percent of older homeowners were interested in converting part of their home into a separate rental unit. However, many reported housing-related problems including…

Conductive education is a system for educating motorically handicapped children (and adults) developed in Hungary during and since World War II by the late Andras Peto. How conductive education is being implemented in British schools in the Midlands and possible further developments are discussed. (RM)

Clarifies special education and its purpose by comparing it to athletics. Discusses picking the team, instruction, practice feedback, and playing the game (applied performance). (EL)

This article discusses the effects of advanced technology on the choices of disabled clients as well as the use of such technology in rehabilitation. (Author)

Employment opportunities for disabled individuals in the late 1980s and early 1990s will be excellent and rehabilitation professionals' action will have a major impact on the extent to which disabled adults realize the potential available for them in the labor market of the information age. (Author/BL)

The article examines the use with physically disabled persons of technology as a tool for learning language and as a tool for conversation. Case studies illustrate both applications. (CL)

Identifies factors to consider when evaluating educational software and describes additional criteria for evaluating software for physically disabled students. Software design which complements school curriculum and is accessible to nondisabled and moderately disabled students is presented as a solution. Sammy Series programs developed to meet…

By reading the novel "From Anna," students will learn about the challenges and problems facing new Canadians and develop a sensitivity to the situations and challenges faced by students with a physical handicap. Learning activities are presented. (RM)