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Adapted Physical Education and Sport, 7th Edition
Adapted Physical Education and Sport, 7th Edition, is a comprehensive textbook designed for professionals and students working with individuals who have unique physical education needs, differences, and abilities. This top-selling text has been a go-to resource for decades, and its seventh edition is no exception. The book provides clear and detailed guidance on how to teach people with disabilities, making it an essential tool for anyone in the field of adapted physical education.
Who Uses It?
Primarily, this book is used by professionals and students in the field of adapted physical education. It is a valuable resource for physical education teachers, coaches, and therapists who work with individuals with disabilities. The book is also beneficial for anyone interested in understanding the principles of adapted physical education, including parents and caregivers looking to support their children's physical development.
History and Editions
The seventh edition of Adapted Physical Education and Sport has been updated to include new and updated material. The contributors, a team of 30 highly renowned experts, have added 12 new voices to the content. This edition includes enhanced coverage of universal design for learning, a new chapter devoted entirely to adventure sports and activities, and a further developed chapter on adapted sport that reflects the progress in the field. Additionally, there is enhanced coverage of sport-specific injuries and prevention.
Author and Other Works
The authors of Adapted Physical Education and Sport are Joseph Winnick and David L. Porretta. Joseph Winnick is known for his extensive contributions to the field of adapted physical education, and David L. Porretta brings his expertise in sport-specific injuries and prevention to the text. Both authors have a deep understanding of the subject matter, ensuring that the book remains current and relevant.
Key Features
- Comprehensive Coverage: The book provides comprehensive guidance on teaching people with disabilities, covering a wide range of topics from universal design for learning to adventure sports.
- Enhanced Content: The seventh edition includes new chapters and updated material, making it a valuable resource for both new and experienced professionals.
- Interactive Tools: The book is complemented by HKPropel, which offers related assignable learning and enrichment activities, including 26 videos showing the Brockport Physical Fitness Test in action.
- Accurate Information: Despite a renumbering error in some sections, the book ensures that no content is missing, providing corrected pages for table 7.2, figure 9.3, and a section of appendix A.
Detailed Information
ISBNs and Formats
- Print Edition: ISBN-13: 9781492598022
- eBook Edition: Available with HKPropel Access (ISBN: Not specified, but access code included with print books and some ebooks)
- Other Editions: Not specified, but the book is available in various formats through different retailers.
Publication Details
- Publisher: Human Kinetics
- Publication Date: November 22, 2021
- Number of Pages: 648
- Language: English
Related ISBNs:
- The primary ISBN for the print edition is 9781492598022.
- The eBook edition is available with an access code included with the print book or purchased separately.
Other Editions and Formats:
While specific other editions or formats are not listed, the book is widely available through various retailers, including Left Bank Books and Valore.
This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for Adapted Physical Education and Sport, 7th Edition, making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.
