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This comprehensive textbook examines adapted physical activity across the disciplinary spectrum. From the history of adapted physical education to current practices in rehabilitative medicine, working with children with emotional disabilities to developing care plans for adults with movement limitations, this collection surveys issues and helps students plan sensible, well-grounded programmes. This is an essential volume for students, teachers, and practitioners in physical education, physical and occupational therapy, rehabilitative or sports medicine, nursing, and health science, as well as anyone who works with people who have disabilities.

About the Author :
Robert Steadward, O.C., LL.D. (Hons), is Past and Founding President of the International Paralympic Committee and Founder and CEO of The Steadward Centre, a multi-disability fitness, research, and lifestyle facility at the University of Alberta, Edmonton, where he is Professor Emeritus. A world leader in disability sport, author, teacher, and scientist, Robert Steadward has been recognized by universities in Alberta, Oregon, and Belgium for his work in adapted physical activity. Garry D. Wheeler is an exercise physiologist, registered psychologist, teacher, and lecturer, now retired. Previously, he was Executive Director at The Steadward Centre at the University of Alberta; President of the Alberta and NWT Division of the MS Society of Canada; and a member of the International Paralympic Committee, Sport Science Committee. He lives in Osoyoos, BC. E. Jane Watkinson is Associate Dean (Academic) and Professor of Physical Education and Recreation at the University of Alberta. She has written numerous publications related to physical activity and children with disabilities.

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"Thirty-two chapters by researchers and service providers brings socio-cultural, psychological, and functional perspectives to the discussion of sports, physical education, and recreation. Emphasising issues of inclusion, the textbook addresses the developmental and current state of physical activity opportunities across the continuum of schools, community, and elite sport." -- Reference & Research Book News, November issue.



Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9780888643759
  • Publisher: University of Alberta Press
  • Publisher Imprint: University of Alberta Press
  • Height: 260 mm
  • No of Pages: 704
  • Returnable: Y
  • Weight: 1600 gr
  • ISBN-10: 0888643756
  • Publisher Date: 01 Aug 2003
  • Binding: Hardback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Spine Width: 44 mm
  • Width: 210 mm


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