12 Myths and Facts about Physical Education for Students with Disabilities

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 edu...

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Published in:Journal of physical education, recreation & dance recreation & dance, 2020-01, Vol.91 (1), p.24-32
Main Authors: Bittner, Melissa, Silliman-French, Lisa, Lieberman, Lauren J., Lytle, Rebecca
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Academic Accommodations (Disabilities)
Adapted Physical Education
Alternative Assessment
Athletics
Children with disabilities
Delivery Systems
Educational Legislation
Eligibility
Equal Education
Extracurricular Activities
Federal Legislation
Inclusion
Individualized Education Programs
Misconceptions
Paraprofessional School Personnel
Physical education
Preschool Children
Regular and Special Education Relationship
Special Education
Standardized Tests
Student Participation
Student Placement
Students with Disabilities
Teacher Participation
Teachers
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Summary: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.
ISSN:0730-3084
2168-3816
DOI:10.1080/07303084.2019.1679297