Author: Michael A. Horvat

Publisher: Benjamin-Cummings Publishing Company

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 440

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The new edition ofDevelopmental/Adapted Physical Education: Making Ability Counttakes a developmental approach to special education and physical education, and focuses on the physical functioning and motor functioning that is relevant to both physical education and adapted physical education instructors. The book incorporates the extensive changes in methodology, teaching techniques, and legal requirements for instructors of individuals with disabilities that have occured over the past 15 years. Drawing on the extensive teaching and coaching experience of all four authors, the book encourages teachers to emphasize what students with disabilities can accomplish, and stresses the importance of a collaborative team approach to meet the needs of individuals with disabilities.Coverage of assessment techniques includes performing valid and reliable assessment, selecting appropriate programming, making proper placement, and using various teaching methods and evaluation procedures.For anyone interested in adapted physical education.