Physical Disabilities

Recreation Tips for Students with Physical Disabilities

Recreation is important in every student's life. Creating an activity plan for students with physical disabilities will improve their physical health, cognitive abilities and social peer relationships. Students with physical disabilities need to play and have fun just like any other student.

Published by Barbara (10823 pts) on Sep 28, 2009 to
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Tips for Working with Students with Severe Handicaps

Students with severe handicaps now have equal chances like any other student in the classroom. They can attend public schools, engage in group projects and with the teacher’s support in planning effective instruction, they can have fun in learning just like their peers.

Published by anamariarox (548 pts) on Sep 24, 2009 to
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Adaptive Gym Class Options For Students With Physical Disabilities

Adaptive gym class exercises can be arranged for children with physical disabilities. Students who are unable to participate in standard physical activities can either attend a separate gym class or receive modifications in a regular class. Learn more about adaptive physical education in schools.

Published by WritingBug (3891 pts) on Sep 19, 2009 to
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Problems with Gross Motor Skills

Does your child have problems developing gross motor skills? These gross motor dysfunctions of gross motor skills may indicate serious health and developmental problems and learning disabilities.

Published by Mayflor Markusic (6400 pts) on Sep 16, 2009 to
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Assessing Motor Skills in Early Childhood - Using the PDMS

Does your toddler have special needs? Early diagnosis of problems in developmental motor skills is crucial for helping children with special needs. One of the most popular assessment tools is the Peabody Developmental Motor Scale. Is it reliable and sufficiently responsive?

Published by Mayflor Markusic (6400 pts) on Sep 16, 2009 to
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Differently Abled: Teaching Second Grade Students about Physical Disabilities

Students come in all shapes, sizes, and abilities. As more children with disabilities are included in the regular classroom, other students need to understand disabilities and accept people who live with them. Learn about teaching second graders and other students about physical disabilities.

Published by Stephanie Torreno (1615 pts) on Sep 13, 2009 to
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What Is Hydrocephalus?

So what exactly is hydrocephalus, and what do I need to know about it in my work as a special education or mainstream classroom teacher? Are there any special considerations I need to make when teaching a child who has hydrocephalus? This article will begin to answer some of your questions.

Published by Anne Vize (15016 pts) on Sep 5, 2009 to
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Teaching Children With Cystic Fibrosis

Cystic fibrosis is a chronic disorder that causes breathing and digestion problems. Information on cystic fibrosis for teachers should be provided during a child's school years. Cystic fibrosis in children can be managed quite well in school if certain recommendations and precautions are followed.

Published by WritingBug (3891 pts) on Aug 31, 2009 to
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Tips for Effective Grouping of Students with Physical Disabilities

Students with physical disabilities may need classroom arrangement groupings to accommodate their need to move freely about the classroom and interact collaboratively with their peers. Effective grouping tips can include a diversity of grouping arrangements that create access in the classroom.

Published by Barbara (10823 pts) on Aug 30, 2009 to
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Assistive Technology for Children with Physical Disabilities

Personal computers have dramatically changed the way students learn and complete assignments. The average computer, however, may not be accessible to children with physical limitations. Learn how assistive technology for children with disabilities can give them access to personal computers.

Published by Stephanie Torreno (1615 pts) on Aug 29, 2009 to
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