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Heriza, Carolyn B.; Sweeney, Jane K. – Infants and Young Children, 1995
This article, the second of a three-part series, outlines neuromuscular, musculoskeletal, and cardiopulmonary physical therapy approaches to movement dysfunction in children. The multiple roles of the pediatric physical therapist in teaching, consulting, managing, referring, and conducting clinical research are discussed. (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Children, Motor Development, Movement Education, Physical Disabilities
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Strohmeyer, H. Scott – Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance (JOPERD), 2004
The concepts and principles of biomechanics are familiar to the teacher of physical science as well as to the physical educator. The difference between the two instructors, however, is that one knows the language of science and the other provides an experientially rich environment to support acquisition of these concepts and principles. Use of…
Descriptors: Exercise Physiology, Physical Education, Psychomotor Skills, Motor Development
Watson, Bevilie R. – 1984
This book deals with the promotion of body awareness through use of educational gymnastics, with handicapped or non-handicapped but poorly coordinated children of all age levels. The method provides an analytical approach to movement, encourages children to listen to language, and assists them in creating their own activities. The activities and…
Descriptors: Adapted Physical Education, Class Activities, Disabilities, Elementary Education