Purpose: Adapted physical activity (APA) provides children and youth with disabilities more opportunities to be physically active. Nevertheless, it is not well known how APA implementation in different services has benefited them. This study reviews the existing literature on APA interventions to identify characteristics and program descriptions,…

This article presents a plea to include disabled children in physical education programs and discusses appropriate programing within the context of British Columbia's new guide, "Physical Education: Primary to Graduation Curriculum/Assessment Learning Guide." (DB)

A study investigated the amount of academic learning time students at several Quebec elementary and secondary schools made use of during regular physical education classes. It further explored three major time-related variables: (1) specific content area; (2) learner time engaged with relevant material; and (3) student success rate. (Authors/PP)

The objectives of this document are to assist teachers in understanding the holistic evaluation process, in developing a sound evaluative process for the school physical education program, in effectively communicating progress to students and parents, and in self-evaluating teacher performance and the program. The document includes basic…

This curriculum guide for physical education is intended for use in grades 1-7 in the early French immersion program. It is a translation of the regular physical education program and a compilation of references and supplementary teaching material. It is noted that because of the comparative lack of references in French, much of the reference…

This resource package was designed to provide activities that will improve student knowledge of and skill in wintertime and out-of-doors recreational pursuits. Winter games and sports appropriate for children from kindergarten through grade 10 are described. Teaching methods and learning objectives are discussed and sample lesson plans are…

This guide identifies resources that can support program planning for implementation of the Physical Education Program of Studies, Kindergarten to Grade 12, Alberta, Canada. The program is indented to enable individuals to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to lead an active, healthy lifestyle. The program emphasizes active…

Physical education guidelines are presented for Alberta, Canada secondary school students. Sections discuss program rationale and philosophy, focusing on a student-centered instructional philosophy that fosters self-initiated participation in developing healthy lifestyles, goals, learner outcomes, content, exemptions, requirements, and resources.…

Physical education resource materials and support services available from the Department of Education of Manitoba, Canada, are listed. Curriculum development and implementation resources include: (1) program planning and development services; (2) catalogs; (3) free mimeograph and printed aids; (4) curriculum guides; and (5) a teacher's guide to…

This resource package provides an overview of basic physical education skills. The first section describes the rationale, lists the objectives, and provides a scope and sequence chart indicating the times at which different activities can be introduced. The next three sections contain lists of the basic sport skills as well as teaching and…

This booklet is geared specifically towards the classroom teacher who may supplement the regular physical education classes using daily activity sessions with a fitness emphasis, minimal equipment, and limited space. Information is included on: (1) fitness components; (2) sample activities related to fitness components; (3) possible teaching…

In September 2000, the Physical Education Kindergarten to Grade 12 Program of Studies was approved for implementation in Alberta, Canada. This program helps enable individuals to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to lead an active, healthy lifestyle. The four general outcomes are the ABCDs (Activity, Benefits Health,…

This document is designed to involve Alberta, Canada, students, teachers, and communities with the 8th IAAF World Championships in Athletics. It is intended to support implementation of the Alberta Programs of Study and to provide activities related to the concepts of the IAAF World Championships in athletics and school events. Student learning…

This resource was developed to involve Alberta, Canada, students, teachers, and communities with the 8th IAAF World Championships in Athletics. It supports implementation of the Alberta Programs of Study and provides activities related to the concepts of the IAAF World Championships in Athletics and school events. Student learning outcomes are…

This teacher resource focuses on athletic (track and field) skills. It includes various skills and activities that are designed to promote learning opportunities and motivate Alberta (Canada) students to run, jump, and throw. It emphasizes the physical skills that form the basis of the track and field events in the 8th IAAF World Championships in…