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Peer reviewedMcEwen, Irene R.; Lloyd, Lyle L. – Language, Speech, and Hearing Services in Schools, 1990
The paper provides basic information about positioning for augmentative and alternative communication, by reviewing some of the communication needs of students severely disabled by cerebral palsy. The wheelchair is proposed as the primary position for use of a communication aid, and guidelines are presented for good wheelchair positioning. (JDD)
Descriptors: Cerebral Palsy, Communication Aids (for Disabled), Elementary Secondary Education, Human Posture
Jankowski, Louis W. – 1995
This booklet is designed to sensitize and inform the scuba diving instructor on appropriate attitudes and successful methods for teaching scuba diving to persons with physical disability. It addresses misconceptions about people with disabilities and the importance of effective two-way communication and mutual respect between instructors and…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Adults, Aquatic Sports, Cerebral Palsy
Jones, Jeffery A., Ed. – 1988
This official training manual of the United States Cerebral Palsy Athletic Association includes the latest coaching and training techniques specific to all sports in the national program. The book features guidelines for coaching over a dozen sports, including soccer, swimming, cycling, and track and field. It contains everything coaches,…
Descriptors: Adapted Physical Education, Adaptive Behavior (of Disabled), Athletic Coaches, Athletics
Download full textAiello, Barbara – 1981
This handbook was developed to help the teacher deal successfully with physical problems involved in having a child with cerebral palsy mainstreamed into the regular classroom. Characteristics of cerebral palsy are described, and it is pointed out that most children with this affliction have average or above average intelligence. Classroom…
Descriptors: Adaptive Behavior (of Disabled), Cerebral Palsy, Class Organization, Classroom Communication
Active Living Alliance for Canadians with a Disability, Gloucester (Ontario). – 1994
This document is composed of 10 manuals which provide both general and specific guidelines to facilitate the inclusion of Canadian students with disabilities in physical education programs. An introductory manual identifies general concepts, strategies, and practical approaches that can be used in an inclusive physical education program. It…
Descriptors: Adapted Physical Education, Amputations, Athletics, Cerebral Palsy
PDF pending restorationCarlisle, Lynn, Comp.; Connelly, Trudy, Comp. – 1985
This guide, written for persons who conduct training sessions, workshops or other meetings attended by adults with exceptional needs, begins with a brief outline of the characteristics of adult learners. A list of 10 true-false statements is then presented to assess knowledge of disabling conditions and some common myths surrounding society's…
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Adults, Cerebral Palsy, Deafness
