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Through this latest edition of Adapted Physical Education and Sport, you can provide topquality physical education for youth with disabilities and help them get the most out of their sport participation.This new edition is updated to keep you current with todays trends in adapted physical education and sport: Major revisions to chapters on measurement and assessment from new contributors, including information about the Brockport Physical Fitness Test and individualized education programs An updated chapter on autism and its implications for teaching Separate chaptersand new informationon visual disabilities, deafness, and deafblindness An increased emphasis on best practices and applications for successful inclusionIn addition, a chapter on adapted sport is updated to reflect current information regarding classifications, sport organizations, national governing bodies, and the Paralympic Games. This chapter also focuses on adapted sport for inschool programs, including interscholastic competition.Adapted Physical Education and Sport is greatly influenced by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and as such it will help teachers, schools, and agencies develop and implement adapted physical education programs consistent with federal legislation.Following are some of the studentfriendly features of this edition: Fourcolor design throughout to draw readers attention to important elements A DVD that shows the Brockport Physical Fitness Test in action Appendixes Author and subject indexes Resources at the end of each chapter for further exploration Examples that apply concepts in the text to reallife situationsInstructors also benefit from the companion Web site, which features an instructor guide that provides objectives, suggestions for learning and enrichment activities, and resources. The Web site also supplies a test bank and PowerPoint presentations for each of the 29 chapters.The authorsleading authorities in their fieldsintroduce chapter concepts through reallife scenarios and show how you can apply those concepts to solve issues. In addition to helping you understand the relationship between disabilities and their implications for people through age 21, the authors ground you in the foundational topics for adapted physical education and sport, explore the developmental considerations involved, and outline activities for people with unique physical education needs, suggesting activity modifications along the way.Adapted Physical Education and Sport, Fifth Edition, provides future educators the information they need to develop highquality programs for people with unique physical education needs.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Adapted Physical Education and Sport - 5th Edition'? A: The main focus of 'Adapted Physical Education and Sport - 5th Edition' is to provide educators with the knowledge and tools to deliver high-quality physical education to youth with disabilities, ensuring successful participation in sports.
- Q: What are the major updates in the 5th edition? A: The 5th edition includes major revisions to chapters on measurement and assessment, updates on autism implications for teaching, separate chapters on visual disabilities and deafness, and an increased emphasis on best practices for inclusion.
- Q: Does this edition provide resources for instructors? A: Yes, this edition offers a companion Web site with an instructor guide, resources for learning activities, a test bank, and PowerPoint presentations for each chapter.
- Q: Is there a DVD included with the book? A: Yes, the book includes a DVD showcasing the Brockport Physical Fitness Test in action, which is a valuable resource for educators.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 656 pages, providing comprehensive coverage of adapted physical education and sport.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: The book is available in hardcover format, ensuring durability for frequent use in educational settings.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Adapted Physical Education and Sport - 5th Edition' is Joseph Winnick, a recognized authority in the field.
- Q: What features are included to enhance the learning experience? A: Features include a four-color design, appendixes, author and subject indexes, and resources for further exploration at the end of each chapter.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: This edition was published on October 27, 2010.
- Q: How does this book support teachers in developing adapted physical education programs? A: The book aligns with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), providing guidance for teachers and agencies to develop and implement effective adapted physical education programs.