Overview

Many teachers in special education and adapted physical activity have come to rely on Developmental and Adapted Physical Activity Assessment. This new edition details everything needed to examine children's social, affective, physical and cognitive abilities. There are also detailed descriptions of the assessment concepts and procedures. Plus, it provides the information teachers need to accurately assess students with disabilities. The comprehensive guide presents a number of case studies focusing on real-life situations that teachers encounter on a daily basis. In addition, every chapter supplies key terms, concepts and review questions.

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Author:   Michael Horvat ,  Luke Kelly ,  Martin Block ,  Ron Croce
Publisher:   Human Kinetics Publishers
Imprint:   Human Kinetics
Edition:   2nd edition
Weight:   0.005kg
ISBN:  

9781492543800

ISBN 10:   1492543802
Pages:   296
Publication Date:   16 March 2018
Recommended Age:   From 18 to 99 years
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   To order  
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Table of Contents

Chapter 1. Who You Are Assessing Chapter 2. Why You Are Assessing Chapter 3. Getting to Know the Student Chapter 4. Selecting an Appropriate Assessment Instrument Chapter 5. Selecting and Administering Tests Chapter 6. Assessing Motor Development and Motor Skill Performance Chapter 7. Assessing Physical Fitness Chapter 8. Assessing Posture and Gait Chapter 9. Assessing Perception and Cognition Chapter 10. Assessing Behavior and Social Competence Appendix A. Sample Write-Up for Infant and Early Childhood Motor Development Tests Appendix B. Sample Write-Up for Fundamental Motor Patterns Tests Appendix C. Sample Write-Up for Motor Proficiency Tests Appendix D. Sample Write-Up for Sports Skills Tests

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Michael Horvat is a professor of adapted physical education and motor behaviour at the University of Georgia. He is extensively published, having authored several books, chapters and journal articles. Dr Horvat is a highly sought-after speaker, having presented at more than 100 conferences. Luke Kelly is a certified adapted physical educator and professor of sport science. He has 30 years of experience working with schools in evaluating and revising their physical education curriculum to meet the needs of students with disabilities.

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