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Peer reviewedTripp, April; Zhu, Weimo – Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance (JOPERD), 2005
Federal legislation has influenced the practice of physical education for students with disabilities for over 30 years. The purpose of this article is to create greater awareness and understanding relative to the laws concerning the assessment of fitness and motor skills of students with disabilities. The article reviews the intentions and…
Descriptors: Federal Legislation, Educational Change, Disabilities, Vocational Rehabilitation
Peer reviewedChurton, Michael W. – Rural Special Education Quarterly, 1990
Examines the PL 99-457 Education of the Handicapped Act for direct and indirect inclusions of physical education citations. Interprets each section relative to statutory intent and implications for rural program compliance. Recommends strategies for ensuring compliance in rural service delivery. Contains 13 references. (SV)
Descriptors: Adapted Physical Education, Compliance (Legal), Educational Legislation, Educational Strategies
Peer reviewedDunn, John M.; And Others – Journal of Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, 1991
Six articles examine the challenges to physical education provided by Public Law 99-457 which promotes services for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their parents. The articles describe the law, critical components of the Individualized Family Service Plan, adapted physical education, and the impact on one school district. (SM)
Descriptors: Adapted Physical Education, Developmental Disabilities, Early Intervention, Educational Legislation
