ERIC Number: EJ1242345
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2020
Pages: 9
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: ISSN-0730-3084
EISSN: N/A
12 Myths and Facts about Physical Education for Students with Disabilities
Bittner, Melissa; Silliman-French, Lisa; Lieberman, Lauren J.; Lytle, Rebecca
Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance, v91 n1 p24-32 2020
According to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act every student that has a documented disability is required to have an individualized education program (IEP). The IEP comprises core areas, including physical education. The purpose of this article is to clarify 12 myths about physical education for students with disabilities and help general physical education and classroom teachers. Lastly, this article will provide suggestions for teachers to get involved in the IEP process and be a valuable member of the team to ensure a high quality of physical education for all students.
Descriptors: Misconceptions, Students with Disabilities, Educational Legislation, Federal Legislation, Equal Education, Individualized Education Programs, Adapted Physical Education, Student Placement, Delivery Systems, Standardized Tests, Alternative Assessment, Inclusion, Regular and Special Education Relationship, Preschool Children, Eligibility, Academic Accommodations (Disabilities), Paraprofessional School Personnel, Student Participation, Extracurricular Activities, Athletics, Teacher Participation, Special Education
Routledge. Available from: Taylor & Francis, Ltd. 530 Walnut Street Suite 850, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Tel: 800-354-1420; Tel: 215-625-8900; Fax: 215-207-0050; Web site: http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: N/A
Audience: N/A
Language: English
Sponsor: N/A
Authoring Institution: N/A
Identifiers - Laws, Policies, & Programs: Individuals with Disabilities Education Act; Individuals with Disabilities Education Act Part B
Grant or Contract Numbers: N/A