CURRICULUM VITAE GAIL M. DUMMER I. EDUCATION II ... · GAIL M. DUMMER Department of Kinesiology...

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CURRICULUM VITAE

GAIL M. DUMMER Department of Kinesiology Office Phone: (517) 355-4744 138 Intramural Sports Circle FAX: (517) 353-2944 Michigan State University E-Mail: [email protected] East Lansing, MI 48824 I. EDUCATION

Ph.D., University California, Berkeley, 1978 Graduate Study, University of California, Los Angeles, 1975-1976 M.A., University of California, Berkeley, 1973 B.S., University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, 1972

II. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Professor, Department of Kinesiology, Michigan State University, East Lansing, 1995-present. Professor, Joint Appointment, Department of Physical Education and Exercise Science (.75 FTE) and

Department of Counseling, Educational Psychology, and Special Education (.25 FTE). Michigan State University, East Lansing, Fall 1994.

Associate Professor, Joint Appointment, Department of Physical Education and Exercise Science (.75 FTE) and Department of Counseling, Educational Psychology, and Special Education (.25 FTE). Michigan State University, East Lansing, 1987-1994.

Assistant Professor, Joint Appointment, Department of Physical Education and Exercise Science (.75 FTE) and Department of Counseling, Educational Psychology, and Special Education (.25 FTE). Michigan State University, East Lansing, 1984-1987.

Associate Professor, Joint Appointment, Department of Physical Education and Developmental Training Center, Indiana University, Bloomington, 1982-1984.

Assistant Professor, Department of Physical Education. University of Maryland, College Park, 1978-1982. III. PUBLICATIONS A. Books

Dummer, G.M., Reuschlein, P.L., Haubenstricker, J.L., Vogel, P.G., Cavanaugh, P.L. (1993). Evaluation of School Physical Education Programs: A Self-Study Approach. Brown & Benchmark.

Dummer, G.M., Casey, K.J. (Editors). (1992). 1992 United States Masters Swimming Code of Regulations and Rules of Competition. United States Masters Swimming Inc., 2 Peter Avenue, Rutland, MA 01543.

Dummer, G.M., Casey, K.J. (Editors). (1991). 1991 United States Masters Swimming Code of Regulations and Rules of Competition. United States Masters Swimming Inc., 2 Peter Avenue, Rutland, MA 01543.

Dummer, G.M., Casey, K.J. (Editors). (1990). 1990 United States Masters Swimming Code of Regulations and Rules of Competition. United states Masters Swimming Inc., 2 Peter Avenue, Rutland, MA 01543.

Dummer, G.M., Casey, K.J., Martin, T.M. (Editors). (1989). 1989 United States Masters Swimming Code of Regulations and Rules of Competition. United States Masters Swimming Inc., 2 Peter Avenue, Rutland, MA 01543.


Dummer, G.M. (1986). United States Masters Swimming Adapted Swimming Handbook. United States Masters Swimming, Inc., 5 Piggott Lane, Avon, CT 06001.

Dummer, G.M, Ackerman, J.V., et al. (1983). Teacher’s Helper: Physical Fitness for Handicapped Students. Maryland State Department of Education, 200 West Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21201.

Ackerman, J.V., Dummer, G.M. (1982). Behavior Management in Physical Education: A Handbook for Teachers. Maryland State Department of Education, 200 West Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21201.

B. Chapters Dummer, G.M., Sherrill, C. (2003). Adapted aquatics. In C. Sherrill, Ed., Adapted Physical Activity,

Recreation and Sport (6th ed.) (pp. 454-481.), McGraw-Hill Higher Education. Dummer, G.M. (2001). Including Athletes with Disabilities. In V. Seefeldt, M.A. Clark, E.W. Brown (Eds.),

Program for Athletic Coaches Education (3rd ed.) (pp. 21-26). Traverse City, MI: Cooper Publishing Group.

Wessel, J.A.., Dummer, G.M. (1999). History of Teaching and Research in Adapted Physical Activity. In J.L. Haubenstricker & D.L. Feltz (Eds.), 100 years of Kinesiology: History, research, and reflections (pp. 73-102). East Lansing, MI: Board of Trustees, Michigan State University.

Dummer, G.M., Connor-Kuntz, F.J., Goodway, J.D. (1996). A Physical Education Curriculum for All Preschool Students. In K.L. Freiberg (Ed.), Educating Exceptional Children (9th edition, pp. 202-207). Guilford, CT: Dushkin Publishing Group/Brown & Benchmark Publishers. [Reprinted from Teaching Exceptional Children, 27(3), 28-34]

Dummer, G.M. (1988). Teacher Training to Enhance Motor Learning by Mentally Retarded Individuals. In C. Sherrill (Ed.), Leadership Training in Adapted Physical Education (pp. 349-360). Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.

Dummer, G.M., Rosen, L.W., Heusner, W.W., Roberts, P.J., Counsilman, J.E. (1986). Weight Modification Behaviors of Age-Group Competitive Swimmers. American Swimming Coaches Association World Clinic Yearbook – 1986 (pp. 133-142). Ft. Lauderdale, FL: ASCA.

Dummer, G.M. (1985). Developmental Differences in Motor Schema Formation. In J.E. Clark and J.H. Humphrey (Eds.), Current Selected Research in Motor Development (Vol. 1, pp. 129-146). New Jersey: Princeton Book Company.

Dummer, G.M. (1980). PL 94-142: Implications for Physical Educators. In PL 94-142: It’s the Law (pp. 21-29). Washington, DC: Special Olympics, Inc.

C. Journal Articles 1. Refereed Articles

Ellis, M.K., Ciccomascolo, L.E., Dummer, G.M., & Lieberman, L.J. (2005, submitted). Parental attitudes and influence on deaf children’s physical activity levels. American Annals of the Deaf.

Battista, R.A., Pivarnik, J. M., Dummer, G. M., Sauer, N., & Malina, R. M. (2005, submitted). Comparisons of physical characteristics and performance in collegiate female rowers. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise.

Ellis, M. K., Lieberman, L. J., Fittipauldi-Wert, J., & Dummer, G. M. (2005). Health related fitness of deaf children – How do they measure up? Palaestra, 21(9), 36-43.

Shapiro, D.R., Moffett, A., Lieberman, L., Dummer, G.M. (2005). Perceived Competence of Children with Visual Impairments. Journal of Visual Impairments and Blindness, 99, 15-25.


Moffett, A.C., & Dummer, G.M. (2004). Use of Mental Skills by Swimming Deaflympians. Coaches Quarterly, Spring, 11-15.

Dummer, G.M. (2003). Reasonable Accommodations for Swimmers with Disabilities – A Perspective. Palaestra, 19(1), 44-45.

[Also published as No Assistive Devices for Disabled Swimmers in Swimming World and Junior Swimmer, (2003, January, p. 8) and Reasonable Accommodations for Swimmers with a Disability on the SwimInfo web site, http://www.swiminfo.com/articles/ swimmingworld/articles/200301-01sw_art2.asp.

Ellis, M.K., Dummer, G.M. (2002, in revision). Factors that Influence the Physical Fitness of Deaf Children. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly.

Dummer, G.M., Bare, J. (2001, June). Including Swimmers with a Disability: A Guide for Coaches. Coaches Quarterly: The Science and Art of Coaching, 7(2), 18-26.

Dummer, G., Battista, R., Tuffey, S., Riewald, S., Sokolovas, G. (2000, December). Performance Capabilities of Swimmers with a Disability. Coaches Quarterly, 6(3), 17-21.

Dummer, G.M. (1999). Classification of Swimmers with Physical Disabilities. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 16(3), 216-218.

Dummer, G.M. (1999, Summer). Promoting Disability Rights in Adapted Physical Activity Programs. Palaestra, 15(3), 57.

Dummer, G.M. (1999, Spring). Curriculum Revision in Adapted Physical Education. Palaestra, 15(2), 59.

Dummer, G.M. (1999, Winter). Classification in Disability Sport: Assessment Issues. Palaestra, 15(1), 58-59.

Dummer, G.M. (1998, Fall). Media Coverage of Disability Sport. Palaestra, 14(4), 56. Shapiro, D.R., Dummer, G.M. (1998). Perceived Athletic Competence Among Adolescent Males with

Mild Mental Retardation. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 15(2), 179-190. Dummer, G.M., Haubenstricker, J.L., Stewart, D.A. (1996). Motor Skill Performances of Children who

are Deaf. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 13, 400-414. Connor-Kuntz, F.J., Dummer, G.M. (1996). Teaching Across the Curriculum: Language-Enriched

Physical Education for Preschool Children. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 13, 302-315. Connor-Kuntz, F.J., Dummer, G.M., Paciorek, M.J. (1995). Physical Education and Sports

Participation of Children and Youth With Spina Bifida Myelomeningocele. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 12(3), 228-238.

Dummer, G.M., Connor, F.J., Goodway, J.D. (1995). A Physical Education Curriculum for Preschool and Preprimary Impaired Students. Teaching Exceptional Children, 27(3), 28-34.

Chase, M.A., Dummer, G.M. (1992). The Role of Sports as a Social Status Determinant for Children. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 63, 418-424.

Dummer, G.M., Anderson, N.E. (1992). Focus on Training. Palaestra, 9(1), 50-53. Dummer, G.M., Stewart, D.A. (1991). A Summary of the 1st and 2nd National Deaf Sports

Conferences. Palaestra, 7(3), 48-51. Dummer, G.M., Seefeldt, V.D. (1991). G. Lawrence Rarick. Palaestra, 7(3), 26.


Dummer, G.M., DeYoung, L.L., Karakostas, T., Mattar, R., Neat, D.R, Sochacki, K.M.. (1990). Curriculum Development in Adapted Physical Education. Michigan Journal of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, Fall, 8-10; 17.

Stewart, D.A., Dummer, G.M., Haubenstricker, J.L. (1990). Review of Administration Procedures Used to Assess the Motor Skills of Deaf Children and Youth. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 7(3), 231-239.

Rosen, L.W., Shafer, C.L., Dummer, G.M., Cross, L.K., Deuman, G.W., Malmberg, SR. (1988). Prevalence of Pathogenic Weight-Control Behaviors Among Native American Women and Girls. International Journal of Eating Disorders, 7(6), 807-811.

Dummer, G.M., Rosen, L.W., Heusner, W.W. (1987). Spotting a Problem. Swimming Technique, 24(3), 29-31.

Dummer, G.M., Rosen, L.W., Heusner, W.W., Roberts, P.J., Counsilman, J.E. (1987, May). Pathogenic Weight Control Behaviors of Young Competitive Swimmers. The Physician and Sportsmedicine, 15(5), 75-84.

Dummer, G.M., Rosen, L.W., Heusner, W.W., Roberts, P.J., Counsilman, J.E. (1987, August/October). Weight Control Practices in Swimmers, Swimming Technique, 12-17.

Dummer, G.M., Ewing, M.E., Habeck, R.V., Overton, S.R. (1987). Attributions of Athletes with Cerebral Palsy to Success and Failure in Sports Competition. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 4(4), 278-292.

Goldfarb, A.H., Vaccaro, P., Buckenmeyer, P.J., Dummer, G.M., Vander Velden, L. (1986). Age-Associated Blood Glucose Levels During Exercise in Female Swimmers. European Journal of Applied Physiology, 55, 431-435.

Dummer, G.M., Clarke, D.H., Sockler, J.M., Vaccaro, P., Vander Velden, L., Goldfarb, A.H. (1985). Age-Related Differences in Muscular Strength and Muscular Endurance Among Female Masters Swimmers. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 56(2), 97-102.

Dummer, G.M., Vaccaro, P., Clarke D.H. (1985). Muscular Strength and Flexibility of Two Female Masters Swimmers in the Eighth Decade of Life. Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy, 6(4), 235-237.

Vaccaro, P., Ostrove, S.M., Vander Velden, L., Goldfarb, A.H., Dummer, G.M., Clarke, D.H. (1985). Body Composition and Physiological Responses of Female Swimmers 20 to 70 Years of Age. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 55, 278-284.

Dummer, G.M., Windham, G.M. (1982). Mainstreaming in Physical Education: An Inservice Teacher Training Model That Works. The Physical Educator, 39, 16-20.

Vaccaro, P., Dummer, G.M., Clarke, D.H. (1981). Physiological Characteristics of Female Masters Swimmers. The Physician and Sportsmedicine, 9, 75-78.

Windham, G.M., Dummer, G.M., Fagen, S.A. (1980). Teacher Strategies: Mainstreaming in Physical Education. The Pointer, 24, 12-21.

Dummer, G.M. (1978). Strength and Flexibility in Down’s Syndrome Children. In C.C. Corbin (Ed.), Symposium Papers (Volume 1, Book 3, pp. 43-47). Washington, DC: American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, and Recreation.

Dummer, G.M., Semmel, M.I. (1977). In Physical Education Programs: The Implications of Mainstreaming Handicapped Children. Viewpoints, 53, 89-102.


2. Non-Refereed Articles Roberts, C.M., Dummer, G.M. (2000). Adjust and Adapt. Splash, 8(1), 26-27. Dummer, G.M. (1999, January). Web-based Instruction in Adapted Physical Activity. APAC

Newsletter, 4(1), 3. Dummer, G.M., Watkinds, D.H. (1998). World Triumph and American Champions. Adapted Physical

Activity Quarterly, 15(4), 388-389. Dummer, G.M. (1995). MSU Sports Skills Program Invites Participants. Center for Educational

Networking (CEN) Newsletter, 2(9), 4. Dummer, G.M. (1993). New Publication from MEPEPP: Evaluation of K-12 Physical Education

Programs: A Self-Study Approach. Michigan Journal for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance.

Dummer, G.M., Chase, M.A., Reuschlein, P.L., Vogel, P.G. (1991). Design of Instructional Resource Materials. Unpublished manuscript designed for use in physical education courses. East Lansing, MI: Michigan State University.

Dummer, G.M., Rosen, L.W., Heusner, W.W. (1987, Fall). Are Your Athletes Using Dangerous Weight-Control Methods? Spotlight on Youth Sports, 10(3), 1-2, 4-5.

Davis K.J., Dummer, G.M. (1987). Adapted Physical Education Service Delivery in Indiana. Indiana Journal of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, 16(1), 8-11.

Dummer, G.M., Babcock, J.E. (1985, Spring). Teacher Approval: Physical Education for the Handicapped. Michigan Journal for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, 10-12.

Dummer, G.M., Babcock, J.E. (1985, May). Teacher Approval: Physical Education for the Handicapped. Statewide Communication and Dissemination System Newsletter, 81st edition, 4-5.

Dummer, G.M., Vaccaro, P., Clarke, D.H. (1985, May). Physical Fitness in the Eighth Decade of Life: A Physiological Profile of Two Masters Swimmers. SWIM, 1(4), 12-14.

Dummer, G.M. (1982, Summer), Summary of Adapted Physical Education Survey Results. Maryland Journal of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, 1.

Dummer, G.M. (1982, April). Adapted Physical Education Survey. Maryland Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Newsletter.

Dummer, G.M. (1981-1982, Winter). Self-Evaluation of Competencies in Adapted Physical Education. Maryland Journal of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, 11-12.

Dummer, G.M. (1981, April). Special Education Course Required for Certification Renewal. Maryland Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Newsletter.

Dummer, G.M. (1980, Fall). MAHPERD’s Adapted Physical Education Committee Responds to the Challenges of the 80’s. Maryland Journal of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, 2.

Dummer, G.M, Windham, G.M. (1980, Spring). Physical Education for Handicapped Students: Montgomery County’s Dynamic Response to P.L. 94-142. Maryland Journal of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, 20.

Dummer, G.M. (1980, Spring). MAHPERD’s Adapted/Special Physical Education Committee: A Progress Report. Maryland Journal of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, 21.


Dummer, G.M. (1979), May-June). Swimming: An Affair of the Heart. Training Programs and Physical Fitness Characteristics of Masters Swimmers. Swimmers Coach, 31-34.

D. Abstracts and Reviews Dummer, G.M. (2003). Raising the Bar [Review of the book Raising the Bar: New Horizons in Disability

Sport]. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 20, 316-317. Robbins, J.E.., & Dummer, G.M. (2003). Coaching Athletes with a Disability: Case Studies into Coaches’

Efficacy Beliefs and Expectations. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 74 (1, Supplement), 79.

Ellis, M.K., & Dummer, G.M. (2003). Modifications to the FITNESSGRAM Test for Deaf Children. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 74 (1, Supplement), 76-77.

Dummer, G.M., Ellis, K.M. (2003). Physical Fitness of Deaf Children with Cochlear Implants. Pediatric Exercise Science, 15(1), 101-102.

Ellis, M.K., Dummer, G.M. (2003). Modifications to the FITNESSGRAM Test for Deaf Children. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport: Supplement, 74(1), A76.

Connor, F.J., Dummer, G.M. (1994). Teaching Language Concepts and Labels to Preschool Children Through Physical Education Lessons. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 65(1), Supplement, 100.

Dummer, G.M. (1992). Growth, Maturation, and Physical Activity. Review of a textbook by Malina and Bouchard. Pediatric Exercise Science, 4, 191-192.

Dummer, G.M. (1990). Assistive Technology. Review of a new journal. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 7, 385.

Dummer, G.M. (1988). VO2 Max Assessments with Mentally Retarded Adults. Review of journal article. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 5 (1), 8-9.

Dummer, G.M. (1987). Walking Patterns in Down’s Syndrome. Review of journal article. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 4(4), 254.

Dummer, G.M. (1987). The Health Status of Mild to Moderate Intellectually Handicapped Children. Review of journal article. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 4(3), 163-164.

Dummer, G.M. (1987). A Summary of Recent Research into the Development of Children with Down’s Syndrome. Review of journal article. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly 4(3), 169.

Dummer, G.M., Ewing, M.E., Habeck, R.V., Overton, S.R. (1986). Achievement Motivation, Coping Processes, and Sports Participation of Athletes with Physical Handicaps. National Consortium on Physical Education and Recreation for the Handicapped Advocate, 15(1), 5.

Dummer, G.M. (1986). Aspects of Vertical Jumping by Mentally Handicapped Children. Review of two journal articles. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 3(4), 302-303.

Dummer, G.M. (1986). A Developmental Model for Integrating Play. Review of journal article. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 3(4), 303-304.

Dummer, G.M., Ewing, M.E., Habeck, R.V., Overton, S.R. (1986). Cognitive Reactions of Athletes with Cerebral Palsy to Success and Failure in Sports Competition. Abstracts of Research Papers, 1986 AAHPERD Convention – Cincinnati. Reston, VA: American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance.


Dummer, G.M., Ulibarri, V.D., Evans, S.A., Hickman, B.B. (1985). Kinematic and Kinetic Aspects of Gait in Cerebral Palsy: A Case Study. 5th International Symposium on Adapted Physical Activity: Programme with Abstracts. Toronto: International Federation on Adapted Physical Activity.

Ulibarri, V.D., Dummer, G.M., Evans, S.A., Hickman, B.B. (1985). Use of 16 mm High-Speed Cinematography and Biomechanical Analyses in the Assessment of Gait Patterns of Physically Challenged Persons. 5th International Symposium on Adapted Physical Activity: Programme with Abstracts. Toronto: International Federation on Adapted Physical Activity.

Dummer, G.M., Surburg, P.R., Zeller, J.M., Koceja, D. (1985). Long Term Retention of Motor Skills by Educable Mentally Retarded and Nonretarded Children. Abstracts of Research Papers, 1985 AAHPERD Convention – Atlanta. Reston, VA: American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance.

Dummer, G.M. (1983). Perceived Teaching Competencies in Adapted Physical Education: Suggestions for Teacher Training. Abstracts of Research Papers, 1983 AAHPERD Convention – Minneapolis. Reston, VA: American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance.

Dummer, G.M. (1979). Similarities in Motor Performance by Mentally Retarded and Intellectually Normal Children of Equal Mental Age. Abstracts of Research Papers, 1979 AAHPERD Convention – New Orleans. Reston, VA: American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance.

E. Grant/Project Reports Dummer, G.M., et al. (1999, August). Self-study of the KIN Graduate Program: A Report to the KIN

Faculty. Unpublished report, Michigan State University. Dummer, G.M. (1998, December). 1998 Swimming Classifier and Technical Advisor Project (DADS98-

MLO-001). Final grant report submitted to the United states Olympic Committee. Dummer, G.M. (1997, December). Olympic Grant Final Report: The Future of Disability Swimming in the

United States: Planning for the 2000 Paralympic Games. Report submitted to the U.S. Olympic Committee, Colorado Springs.

Dummer, G.M. (1997, May). Olympic Grant Final Report: 1997 Disability Swimming Camp. Report submitted to the U.S. Olympic Committee, Colorado Springs.

Dummer, G.M. (1996, January). Olympic Grant Final Report: 1995 Joint DSO Swimming Camp. Report submitted to the U.S. Olympic Committee, Colorado Springs.

Dummer, G.M. (1995, January). Olympic Grant Final Report: 1994 Joint DSO Swimming Camp. Report submitted to the U.S. Olympic Committee, Colorado Springs.

Dummer, G.M., Berge, Z., Terry, T.N., Milligan, M. (1990, October). Sports For All: Frame Guide (specifications for an interactive videodisc course). Lansing, MI; The Message Makers.

Dummer, G.M., Hallett, B., Misner, J. (1990, July). Michigan Exemplary Physical Education Programs Project: Swimming Materials. East Lansing, MI: Michigan State University.

Dummer, G.M., Rosen, L.W., Heusner, W.W. (1989, March). Factors Associated with the Use of Pathogenic Weight-Control Behaviors among Elite Collegiate Female Swimmers and Divers. Unpublished research report, East Lansing, MI: Michigan State University.

Dummer, G.M., Rosen, L.W., Heusner, W.W., Eudy, T. (1988, March). Prevalence of Eating Disorders Among Big Ten Swimmers and Divers: A Preliminary Report to Coaches and Athletes. East Lansing, MI: Michigan State University.


Dummer, G.M., Overton, S.R., Habeck, R.V., Ewing, M.E. (1986, October). Achievement Motivation, Coping Processes, and Sports Participation of Elite Athletes with Physical Handicaps. (Report to the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services). East Lansing: Michigan State University.

Dummer, G.M., Ewing, M.E., Habeck, R.V., Overton, S.R. (1986, July). A Study of Athlete Participation in the 1985 National Cerebral Palsy/Les Autres Games: A Report to Athletes and Coaches. (Report to participants in grant project, also disseminated to professional colleagues). East Lansing: Michigan State University.

Habeck, R.V., Ewing, M.E., Dummer, G.M., Overton, S.R. (1986, July). Sports Participation of Handicapped Athletes. (Report to the Kenny Michigan Rehabilitation Foundation). East Lansing: Michigan State University.

Ewing, M.E., Habeck, R.V., Dummer, G.M. (1986, July). Achievement Motivation, Coping Processes, and Sports Participation of Elite Athletes with Physical Handicaps. (Report to the All University Research Initiation Grant Program, Michigan State University). East Lansing: Michigan State University.

Ewing, M.E., Habeck, R.V., Dummer, G.M. (1986, July). Achievement Motivation, Coping Processes, and Sports Participation of Elite Athletes with Physical Handicaps. (Report to the College of Education, Michigan State University). East Lansing: Michigan State University.

Dummer, G.M., Ulibarri, V.D., Hickman, B.B., Evans, S.A. (1986, July). The Influence of Posture, Uneven Leg Lengths, Range of Motion, and Percent Body Fat Upon Kinematic and Kinetic Aspects of the Gait Patterns of Persons with Cerebral Palsy. (Report to the Kenny Michigan Rehabilitation Foundation). East Lansing: Michigan State University.

Dummer, G.M., Surburg, P.R., Koceja, D., Zeller, J.M. (1986, February). Long Term Retention of Motor Skills by Nonretarded and Educable Mentally Retarded Children. (Report to the Spencer Foundation). East Lansing: Michigan State University.

Dummer, G.M., Vacante, D. (1982, July). Exercise and Station Design Proposals for the Exer-Trail Developmental Wheelchair Course: The Back Nine. (Report to Exer-Trail, Inc.). College Park, MD: University of Maryland.

Dummer, G.M., Vacante, D. (1982, March). Exercise and Station Design Proposals for the Exer-Trail Developmental Wheelchair Course: The Front Nine. (Report to Exer-Trail, Inc.). College Park, MD: University of Maryland.

F. Web Sites Dummer, G.M., Department of Kinesiology. Web site online at http://edweb6.educ.msu.edu/kin. Dummer, G.M. Disability Sports. Web site online at http://edweb6.educ.msu.edu/kin866.

G. Other Publications Dummer, G.M. Allen, H.R. (2002). Physical Education Curriculum Survey. Retrieved December 15, 2002,

from http://edweb6.educ.msu.edu/kin2. Dummer, G.M., Bare, J. (2001). Inclusion of Swimmers with a Disability: A Guide for Swimmers and

Parents. Brochure developed for USA Swimming, One Olympic Plaza, Colorado Springs. CO. Dummer, G.M., Bare, J. (2001). Inclusion of Swimmers with a Disability: A Guide for Coaches. Brochure

developed for USA Swimming, One Olympic Plaza, Colorado Springs, CO. Dummer, G.M., Bare, J. (2001). Inclusion of Swimmers with a Disability: A Guide for Officials. Brochure

developed for USA Swimming, One Olympic Plaza, Colorado Springs, CO.


Dummer, G.M., Bare, J. (2001). Inclusion of Swimmers with a Disability: A Guide for Meet Directors and Safety Directors. Brochure developed for USA Swimming, One Olympic Plaza, Colorado Springs, CO.

Dummer, G.M., Bare, J. (2001). Inclusion of Swimmers with a Disability: A Guide for Local Swimming Committees. Brochure developed for USA Swimming, One Olympic Plaza, Colorado Springs, CO.

Dummer, G.M. (1997, Spring). Research Ethics Course in the College of Education. Research Integrity, 1(3), 7.

Dummer, G.M., Fitzpatrick, J.M., Ewing, M.E., Colon, G. (1996, Summer). Preparing for the Atlanta Paralympic Games: Using Mental Training to Help You Swim Faster. USA Paralympic Swimming Team Newsletter. North Yarmouth, ME: William Priest.

Dummer, G.M., Forsblom, L.C. (Editors). (1990, March). Guide to Service/Activity Courses in the Department of Physical Education and Exercise Science. Michigan State University.

Dummer, G.M. (Editor). (1990, February). Guidelines for Developing Effective Nominations for the Distinguished Faculty Award, Teacher-Scholar Award, and Excellence-in-Teaching Citation. College of Education, Michigan State University.

Dummer, G.M. (Editor). (1985-1989). United States Masters Swimming Newsletter. Edited nine issues and authored many articles for the USMS Newsletter.

Dummer, G.M., Haubenstricker, JL (Editors). (1988, June). School of Health Education, Counseling Psychology, and Human Performance: Report of Scholarly Productivity, Michigan State University.

Dummer, G.M., Haubenstricker, J. L. (Editors). (1987, June). School of Health Education, Counseling Psychology, and Human Performance: Report of Scholarly Productivity, Michigan State University.

Dummer, G.M., Vogel, P.G. (Editors). (1986, June). School of Health Education, Counseling Psychology, and Human Performance: Report of Scholarly Productivity, Michigan State University.

Dummer, G.M., Carmichael, L., Churton, M., Stein, J. (1984, August). Physical Education for Individuals with Handicapping Conditions. A position paper written by representatives of the National Consortium on Physical Education and Recreation for the Handicapped for the United States Office of Education, Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services.

Dummer, G.M., Windham, G.M. (1982, Spring). Mainstreaming in Physical Education: Planning and Implementing on Inservice Teacher Training Activity. Practical Pointers (Vol. VI). Published by the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance.

Dummer, G.M. (1982, May: 1981, November). Adapted Physical Education Newsletter. Disseminated to all public school physical educators in Maryland. Published by Maryland Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance.

Dummer, G.M., Ackerman, J.V., Janus, R., Marsallo, M. (1980, October). Physical Education for the Child with Special Needs. Public relations brochure published by the Maryland Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance.

Dummer, G.M. (1978). Information Processing in the Acquisition of Motor Skills by Mentally Retarded Children. Doctoral Dissertation, University of California, Berkeley.

IV. PRESENTATIONS A. International Meetings

Moffett, A.C., Dummer, G.M., & Fraser, M.G. (2005, October). Using a sports and life skills intervention to increase quality of life of children with physical disabilities. Presented at the Association for the Advancement of Applied Sport Psychology, Vancouver, British Columbia.


Shapiro, D.R., Dummer, G.M., & Sherrill, C. (2005, July). Using curriculum goals to guide the teaching of disability sport. Presented at the International Federation on Adapted Physical Activity, Verona/Pavia, Italy.

Shapiro, D.R., Moffett, A.C., Lieberman, L.J., & Dummer, G.M. (2005, July). Examining perceived physical, social and athletic competence, domain specific importance ratings, and global self worth in children with visual impairments. Presented at the International Federation on Adapted Physical Activity, Verona/Pavia, Italy.

Causgrove-Dunn, J, Dummer, G., Porretta, D. (2004, October). A Behind-the-Scenes look at the APAQ Manuscript Review Process. Presented at the North American Federation of Adapted Physical Activity, Thunder Bay, ON.

Shapiro, D.R., Dummer, G.M., Sherrill, C., & Yilla, A. (2004, October). Teaching Disability Sport and Physical Activity: Sharing our Expertise. Presented at the North American Federation of Adapted Physical Activity, Thunder Bay, ON.

Moffett, A.C., Fraser, M.G., & Dummer, G.M. (2004, October). Seeing the Glass Half-Full: Developing Life Skills in Students with Physical Disabilities. Presented at the North American Federation of Adapted Physical Activity, Thunder Bay, ON.

Ellis, M.K., Ciccomascolo, L.E., & Dummer, G.M. (2004, October). Parental Fitness and Sport Values on Deaf children’s Fitness and Activity Levels. Presented at the North American Federation of Adapted Physical Activity, Thunder Bay, ON.

Ellis, M. K., Dummer, G.M., Stewart, D.A. (2002, October). Children with Cochlear Implants: Concerns and considerations during participation in physical activities. Paper presented at the World Congress on Disabilities, Orlando, FL.

Dummer, G.M., Allen, H.R. (2002, September). Evaluation of Physical Education Curricula: Adapted Physical Activity Concerns. Paper presented at the North American Federation on Adapted Physical Activity, Corvallis, OR.

Shapiro, D., Moffett, A., Dummer, G., Lieberman, L. (2002, September). Perceived Physical Competence of Children with a Visual Impairment. Presented at the North American Federation on Adapted Physical Activity, Corvallis, OR.

Dummer, G.M., Ellis, M.K. (2002, August). Physical Fitness of Deaf Children with Cochlear Implants. Paper presented at the North American Society for Pediatric Exercise Medicine, East Lansing, MI.

Chong, A., Branta, C.F., Karna, P., Dummer, G., Seefeldt, V. (2002, June). Motor Development and Prevalence of Neurological Soft Signs in Children Born Preterm and Fullterm. Paper presented at the North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity, Hunt Valley, MD.

Chong, A., Branta, C.F., Karna, P., Seefeldt, V., Dummer, G. (2001, June). Preterm and Fullterm Birth: Follow-up Analysis of Fine and Gross Motor Skills of Children Ages 3.5 to 7. Paper presented at the North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity, St. Louis, MO.

Dummer, G.M. (2000, November). Teaching Research Ethics in Adapted Physical Activity. Paper presented at the North American Federation of Adapted Physical Activity, New Orleans, LA.

Parker, L., Dummer, G.M. (2000, November). Effectiveness of a Progressive Resistance Training Program on Work Productivity and Muscular Strength Among Adult Males with Mental Retardation. Paper presented at the North American Federation of Adapted Physical Activity, New Orleans, LA.


Sherrill, C., Burton, A., Watkinson, J., Broadhead, G., Zittel, L., Bouffard, M., Cowden, J., DePauw, K., Doll-Tepper, G., Dummer, G., Causgrove-Dunn, J., Kelly, L., Larkin, D., McCubbin, J., Porretta, D., Rimmer, J., Surbrug, P., Ulrich, D. (2000, November). Building the Adapted Physical Activity Knowledge Base Through Publishing and Reviewing: Perspectives of APAQ Board Members. Paper presented at the North American Federation of Adapted Physical Activity, New Orleans, LA.

Dummer, G.M., Siegel, S.R., Ellis, M.K., Portman, V.A., Porter, P.A. (1999, May). How Athletes With a Disability Contribute to Successful Inclusion in “Regular” Sports Programs. Paper presented at Youth Sports in the 21st Century: Organized Sport in the Lives of Children and Adolescents, Michigan State University, East Lansing.

Dummer, G.M. (1998, October). Swimming Classification. Part of a symposium on disability sports presented at the North American Federation on Adapted Physical Activity, Minneapolis, MN.

Dummer, G.M., Heusner, W.W. (1996, September). Stroke Technique Characteristics of Elite Swimmers with Disabilities. Presented as part of a symposium, “Sport Science Research on the Performance Capabilities of Elite Swimmers with Disabilities,” coordinated by G.M. Dummer. North American Federation on Adapted Physical Activity, Banff, Alberta, Canada.

Dummer, G.M., Angeli, C.A., Heusner, W.W., Sujovolsky, J., Cappaert, J.M. (1996, September). Relationships among Swimming Speed, Distance per Stroke, Passive Drag, and Selected Anthropometric Variables among Elite Swimmers with Disabilities. Presented as part of a symposium, “Sport Science Research on the Performance Capabilities of Elite Swimmers with Disabilities,” coordinated by G.M. Dummer. North American Federation on Adapted Physical Activity, Banff, Alberta, Canada.

Fitzpatrick, J.M., Dummer, G.M., Ewing, M.E., Colón, G. (1996, September). Use of Sport Psychology Techniques by Elite Swimmers with Disabilities. Presented as part of a symposium, “Sport Science Research on the Performance Capabilities of Elite Swimmers with Disabilities,” coordinated by G.M. Dummer. North American Federation on Adapted Physical Activity, Banff, Alberta, Canada.

Dummer, G.M., Berning, J.R., Milot, R. (1996, September). Nutritional Habits of Elite Swimmers with Disabilities. Presented as part of a symposium, “Sport Science Research on the Performance Capabilities of Elite Swimmers with Disabilities,” coordinated by G.M. Dummer. North American Federation on Adapted Physical Activity, Banff, Alberta, Canada.

Dummer, G.M. (1995, May). Evaluation of Adapted Physical Education Programs. International Symposium on Adapted Physical Activity, Oslo, Norway.

Dummer, G.M., Heusner, W.W., Mull, A., Cappaert, J.M., Maglischo, E., Maglischo, C. (1994, October). Freestyle Stroke Techniques of Elite Swimmers with Disabilities. North American Federation on Adapted Physical Activity, East Lansing, MI.

DeJong, G.K., Dummer, G.M., Haubenstricker, J.L., Heusner, W.W., Cappaert, J.M. (1994, October). Influence of Selected Anthropometric Variables on the Speed of Elite Swimmers with Disabilities: Implications for the Functional Classification System. North American Federation on Adapted Physical Activity, East Lansing, MI.

Connor-Kuntz, F.J., Dummer, G.M., Paciorek, M.J. (1994, October). Physical Education and Sport Participation of Children and Youth with Spina Bifida Myelomeningocele. North American Federation on Adapted Physical Activity, East Lansing, MI.

Dummer, G.M. (1994, October). APAQ Reviewing Guidelines. Presented as part of a symposium, “APAQ at 10,” North American Federation on Adapted Physical Activity, East Lansing, MI.

Dummer, G.M., Ewing, M.E. (1992, October). Participation in Sports for Persons with Cerebral Palsy. North American Federation on Adapted Physical Activity, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.


Dummer, G.M. (1992, October). Conducting Quality Research. Presented as part of a symposium, “Research in Adapted Physical Activity: Current Trends and Future Directions,” North American Federation on Adapted Physical Activity, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

Behen, P.G., Dummer, G.M., Haubenstricker, J.L., Stewart, D.A. (1992, October). The Relationship Between Balance and Fundamental Motor Skill Performance of Children who are Deaf. North American Federation on Adapted Physical Activity, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

Bolen, T.A., Dummer, G.M., Heusner, W.W. (1992, October). Training Among Persons with Cerebral Palsy: Methodological Concerns. North American Federation on Adapted Physical Activity, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

Sherrill, C., Heikinaro-Johansson, P., Doll-Tepper, G., Tilley, A., DePauw, K., Rizzo, T., Burton, A., Davis, W., Dummer, G.M., Kelly, L., Low, L., Yilla, A., Tripp-Jones, A., Behen, P. (1992, October). Leadership Training for Adapted Physical Activity Direct Service Delivery. North American Federation on Adapted Physical activity, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

Haubenstricker, J.L., Dummer, G.M., Stewart, D.A. (1992, June). The Qualitative and Quantitative Performances of Children who are Deaf on Selected Fundamental Motor Skills. North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity, Pittsburgh, PA.

Dummer, G.M. (1991, November). Facilitating Sports Participation by Persons with Disabilities. 8th International Symposium on Adapted Physical Activity, Miami, FL.

Dummer, G.M., Haubenstricker, J.L., Stewart, D.A. (1991, November). Fundamental Motor Skills of Deaf Children and Youth. 8th International Symposium on Adapted Physical Activity, Miami, FL.

Stewart, D.A., Dummer, G.M. (1991, November). Socialization into Deaf Sport: Experiences of Deaf Athletes, Directors, and Spectators. 8th International Symposium on Adapted Physical Activity, Miami, FL.

Chase, M.A., Dummer, G.M., Lirgg, C.D. (1991, June). The Role of Athletics as a Social Status Determinant for Children. North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity, Asilomar, CA.

Dummer, G.M., Rosen, L.W., Heusner, W.W., Roberts, P.J. (1986, September). Weight Modification Behaviors of Age-Group Competitive Swimmers. 18th Annual American Swimming Coaches Association World Clinic, Dallas, TX.

Ewing, M.E., Habeck, R.V., Dummer, G.M., Overton, S.R. (1986, May). Post-Competitive Coping Strategies of Elite Physically Handicapped Athletes. North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity, Scottsdale, AZ

Dummer, G.M., Ulibarri, V.D., Evans, S.A., Hickman, B.B. (1985, October). Kinematic and Kinetic Aspects of Gait in Cerebral Palsy: A Case Study. 5th International Symposium on Adapted Physical Activity, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Ulibarri, V.D., Dummer, G.M., Evans, S.A., Hickman, B.B. (1985, October). Use of 16mm High-Speed Cinematography and Biomechanical Analyses in the Assessment of Gait Patterns of Physically Challenged Persons. 5th International Symposium on Adapted Physical Activity, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Dummer, G.M. (1985, October). Physical Education Programs for the Retarded. Presented on behalf of J.A. Wessel, B.V. Holland, and K. Truax. 5th International Symposium on Adapted Physical Activity, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.


Dummer, G.M. Sockler, J.M., Vaccaro, P., Vander Velden, L., Goldfarb, A.H., Clark, D.H. (1982, June). The Relationship of Muscular Strength and Endurance to Physical Performance of Female Masters Swimmers. North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity Annual Meeting, College Park, MD.

B. National Meetings Dummer, G.M., DePauw, K.P., & Roskamp, M.J. (2005, April). Mentoring graduate students about

responsible conduct of research. Presented at the annual convention of the American Alliance of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, Chicago.

Ellis, M.K., Ciccomascolo, L.E., & Dummer, G.M. (2005, April). Influence of parents on deaf children’s physical activity levels. Presented at the annual convention of the American Alliance of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, Chicago.

Dummer, G.M., Fraser, M.G., Hedstrom, R.A., & Moffett, A.C. (2004, April). Responsible Conduct of Research in Adapted Physical Activity. Paper presented at the American Alliance of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Convention, New Orleans, LA.

Battista, R.A., Pivarnik, J.M., Dummer, G.M., Malina, R.M. (2004, June). Physical Characteristics of Female Collegiate Rowers. Paper presented at the American College of Sports Medicine, Indianapolis, IN.

Moffett, A.C., & Dummer, G.M. (2004, July). Using Physical Activity to Build a Road to Success. Presented at the Program Leadership and Research Project Director’s Conference, U.S. Office of Special Education, Washington, DC.

Robbins, J.E., Dummer, G.M. (2003, April). Coaching Athletes with a Disability: Case Studies into Coaches’ Efficacy Beliefs and Expectations. Paper presented at the American Alliance of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Convention, Philadelphia, PA.

Ellis, M.K., Dummer, G.M. (2003, April). Modifications to the Fitnessgram Test for Deaf Children. Paper presented at the American Alliance of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Convention, Philadelphia, PA.

Moffett, A., Dummer, G. (2003, February). Use of Mental Skills by Swimming Deaflympians. Paper presented at the Midwest Sport and Exercise Psychology Symposium, Bowling Green, OH.

Dummer, G.M., Ellis, M.K. (2002, April). Physical Fitness of Deaf Children with Cochlear Implants. Poster presented at the American Alliance of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Convention, San Diego, CA.

Ellis, M.K., Dummer, G.M. (2002). What Factors Influence the Physical Fitness of Deaf Children? Poster presented at the American Alliance of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Convention, San Diego, CA

Dummer, G.M. (2002, April). The Use of Distance Learning in Adapted Physical Activity. Paper presented at the American Alliance of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Convention, San Diego, CA.

Dummer, G.M. (1997, November). United States Swimming Contributions to Vertical Integration. Presented as part of a symposium, “Maximizing Your Disabled Assets,” organized by Mark Shepherd, U.S. Olympic Congress, Orlando, FL.

Dummer, G.M. (1997, November). Vertical Integration in Competitive Swimming. Committee on Sports for the Disabled, U.S. Olympic Committee, Orlando, FL.


Dummer, G.M., Heusner, W.W. (1996, September). Research Projects Conducted at the 1994 and 1995 Joint DSO Swimming Camps. Adapted Swimming Committee Workshop, U.S. Swimming, Orlando, FL.

Dummer, G.M., Berning, J.R., Milot, R. (1996, April). Dietary Habits of Elite Swimmers with Disabilities. American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, Atlanta, GA.

Fitzpatrick, J.M., Dummer, G.M., Colón, G., Ewing, ME. (1996, April). Use of Sport Psychology Techniques by Elite Swimmers with Disabilities. American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, Atlanta, GA.

Dummer, G.M., DePauw, K. (1994, April). Athletes with Disabilities: The Right to Participate in Sports. American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, Denver, CO.

Connor, F.J., Dummer, G.M. (1994, April). Teaching Language Concepts and Labels to Preschool Children Through Physical Education Lessons. American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, Denver, CO.

Stewart, D.A., Dummer, G.M., Haubenstricker, J.L. (1994, March). Fundamental Motor Skills Inherent in Traditional Physical Education for Deaf Children. 3rd Achieving a Balance Conference, Western Illinois University, Macomb, IL.

Dummer, G.M. (94, January). Students with Disabilities: A Changing Population. Part of a symposium on “Adapted Physical Activity in the Next Millennium,” National Association of Physical Education in Higher Education, San Antonio, TX.

Dummer, G.M. (1993, March). Ethical Issues in Research with Special Populations: Communicating the Results. American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, Washington, D.C.

Dummer, G.M., Terry, T.N., Milligan, M., Berge, Z. (1993, March). Sports for All: Facilitating Sports Participation by Persons with Disabilities. American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, Washington, D.C.

Dummer, G.M. (1991, July). Development of A Preschool Curriculum in Adapted Physical Education: A Course Project. National Consortium of Physical Education and Recreation for the Handicapped, Washington, D.C.

Seefeldt, V., Dummer, G.M., Connor, F.J. (1991, February). What Research Tells Us About the Effects of Sports on Disabled Athletes. Coaches’ and Development Conference for Athletes with Disabilities, U.S. Organization of Disabled Athletes, Tampa, FL

Dummer, G.M., Haubenstricker, J.L., Stewart, D.A. (1989, June). Performances of Deaf Children and Youth on the Test of Gross Motor Development. Canadian Deaf Sports Association, 1st National Deaf Sports Conference, Ottawa, Canada

Dummer, G.M., Haubenstricker, J.L., Stewart, D.A. (1989, July). Performances of Deaf Children and Youth on the Test of Gross Motor Development. National Consortium of Physical Education and Recreation for the Handicapped, Washington, D.C.

Dummer, G.M., Rosen, L.W., Heusner, W.W. (1989, April). Prevalence of Pathogenic Weight-Control Behaviors Among Elite Collegiate Female Swimmers and Divers. American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, Boston, MA.

Ewing, M.E., Dummer, G.M., Babeck, R.V., Overton, S.R. (1987, September). Psychological Characteristics and Cognitions of Athletes with Cerebral Palsy. Association for the Advancement of Applied Sport Psychology, Newport Beach, CA.


Dummer, G.M., Ewing, M.E., Habeck, R.V., Overton, S.R. (1987, April). Perceived Ability in Sport by Persons with Physical Disabilities. American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, Las Vegas, NV.

Ulibarri, V.D., Dummer, G.M., Evans, S.A. (1987, April). Gait Analyses of the Walk and Run of Athletes with Cerebral Palsy: A Kinematic Approach. American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, Las Vegas, NV.

Habeck, R.V., Ewing, M.E., Overton, S.R., Dummer, G.M. (1986, August). Coping Status/Strategies of Persons with Physical Disabilities in Sport. American Psychological Association, Washington, D.C.

Dummer, G.M., Ewing, M.E., Habeck, R.V., Overton, S.R. (1986, July). Achievement Motivation, Coping Processes, and Sports Participation of Athletes with Physical Handicaps. National Consortium of Physical Education and Recreation for the Handicapped, New Carrollton, MD.

Dummer, G.M., Ewing, M.E., Habeck, R.V., Oveton, S.R. (1986 April). Cognitive Reactions of Athletes with Cerebral Palsy to Success and Failure in Sports Competition. American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, Cincinnati, OH.

Habeck, R.V., Overton, S.R., Ewing, M.E., Dummer, G.M. (1986 April). Achievement Orientations and Coping Processes of Disabled Athletes. American Association for Counseling and Development, Los Angeles, CA.

Dummer, G.M., Baber, J.J. (1985, August). Teacher Training Needs in Adapted Physical Education: The Nationwide Implications of Five Independent Survey Investigations. Annual meeting of the National Consortium on Physical Education and Recreation for the Handicapped, New Carrollton, MD.

Dummer, G.M. (1985, August). Competitive Swimming Opportunities for Athletes with Disabilities. Annual meeting of the National Consortium on Physical Education and Recreation for the Handicapped, New Caroollton, MD.

Dummer, G.M., Davis, K.J. (1985, April). Adapted Physical Education Service Delivery in Indiana. Presented as part of a Research Consortium Symposium “Teacher Training Needs in Adapted Physical Education: The Nationwide Implications of Five Independent Survey Investigations”, organized by G.M. Dummer, American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention, Atlanta, GA.

Dummer, G.M., Surburg, P.R., Zeller, J.M., Koceja, D. (1985, April). Long Term Retention of Motor Skills by Mentally Retarded and Nonretarded Children. American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention, Atlanta, GA.

Dummer, G.M. (1983, April). Perceived Teaching Competencies in Adapted Physical Education: Suggestions for Teacher Training. American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention, Minneapolis, MN.

Dummer, G.M. (1982, April). Flexibility Characteristics of Female Masters Swimmers. Presented as part of a Research Consortium Symposium, “Physiological and Psychological Characteristics of Female Masters Swimmers”, Organized by G.M. Dummer, American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention, Houston, TX.

Dummer, G.M. (1980, May). Motor Abilities in Down’s Syndrome Children. American Association on Mental Deficiency 104th Annual Meeting, San Francisco, CA

Dummer, G.M. (1979, March). Similarities in Motor Performance by Mentally Retarded Children and Intellectually Normal Children of Equal Mental Age. American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention, New Orleans, LA.


Dummer, G.M. (1978, April). Strength and Flexibility in Down’s Syndrome Children. Presented as part of a Research Consortium Symposium, “Research on the Motor Behavior of Handicapped Children and Adolescents”, Organized by G.L. Rarick, American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention, Kansas City, MO.

C. Regional Meetings Moffett, A., & Dummer, G.M. (2003, February). Use of Mental Skills by Swimming Deaflympians.

Presented at Midwest Sport and Exercise Psychology Symposium, Bowling Green, OH. Vaccaro, P., Ostrove, S.M., Dummer, G.M., Vander Velden, L., Goldfarb, A.H., Clarke, D.H. (1983,

February). Body Composition and Physiological Responses of Older Women Swimmers. Mid-Atlantic Regional Chapter of the American College of Sports Medicine, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ.

Dummer, G.M., Windham, G.M. (1980, February). Mainstreaming in Physical Education: Teacher Training Programs That Work. Presented at the Eastern District Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention, Lancaster, PA.

D. State and Local Meetings Moffett, A.C., Dummer, G.M., & Fraser, M.G. (2005, January). Transition to success: Teaching life skills

through physical activity. Presented to the College of Education Alumni Board, Michigan State University, East Lansing.

Burt, K., & McMillen, J. (2005, January). IRBs at MSU: Issues in education research. Presented at the Annual IRB Workshop, Office of Research Education and Standards, Michigan State University, East Lansing. (I participated in this symposium as a panelist.)

Dummer, G.M., & Wilson, S. (2005, April). Preparing a successful RPT application. Presented to faculty in the College of Education, Michigan State University, East Lansing.

Dummer, G.M., & Chen, J. (2005, April). Anatomy of a Hybrid Course. Presented as part of the MSU Virtual University Design and Technology Breakfast Series.

Dummer, G.M. (2005, October). Mentoring graduate students: Perspectives of a graduate coordinator. Presented at a Lilly/Graduate School Faculty Development Workshop, Michigan State University, East Lansing.

Dummer, G.M., & Fraser, M.G. (2005, May). Disability sports at Michigan State University. Presented at Ability Awareness Day 2005, Athletes with Disabilities Hall of Fame, Dearborn, MI.

Dummer, G.M. (2005, October). Coaching Special Olympics athletes. Presented at the Disability Swimming Coaches Clinic, Michigan State University, East Lansing.

Dummer, G.M. (2005, October). Adapted physical activity in the Department of Kinesiology. Presented to the Cerebral Palsy Online faculty group, Michigan State University, East Lansing.

Dummer, G.M. (2004, October). Protecting Minors in Research, Led panel on “Students as Subjects: From Grade School to Medical School.” MSU Office of Research Education and Standards.

Dummer, G.M. (2004, October). Responsible Conduct of Research. Presentation to the special interest group in measurement and quantitative methods, College of Education, Michigan State University.

Moffett, A.C., Dummer, G.M., & Fraser, M.G. (2004, March). Seeing the Glass Half Full: An Example of Teaching Optimism and Perceived Competence in Children with Physical Disabilities. Presented to the College of Education Faculty and Spencer Fellows, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI.


Moffett, A.C., Dummer, G.M., & Fraser, M.G. (2004, August). Sports and life skills program: An example of teaching life skills to children with physical disabilities. Presented to the Cerebral Palsy Outreach Network, Lansing, MI.

Moffett, A.C., Dummer, G.M., & Fraser, M.G. (2004, November). Transition to success: Teaching life skills through physical activity. Presented at the Annual Meeting of the Michigan Association of Rehabilitation Organizations, Traverse City, MI.

Dummer, G.M., Lee, B., & Moffett, A.C. (2003, October). Infusing Diversity into the Curriculum. Presented at the Best Practices at MSU Conference: Enhancing a Diverse Campus Community, Michigan State University, East Lansing.

Dummer, G.M. (2003, September). Most Important Lessons Learned by Members of the Reappointment, Promotion, and Tenure Committee. Paper presented at a workshop in the College of Education, Michigan State University.

Fraser, M., Moffett, A., & Dummer, G.M. (2003, October). Ethical Concerns Regarding Informed Consent in Adapted Physical Activity. Presented at the Adapted Physical Activity Conference, Department of Kinesiology, Michigan State University.

Lee, B. & Dummer, G.M. (2003, October). Parental Values and Concerns About Participation in Physical Activity Programs by Youth with Cognitive Disabilities. Presented at the Adapted Physical Activity Conference, Department of Kinesiology, Michigan State University.

McQuillan, C., & Dummer, G.M. (2003, October). The Effect of Contingent Auditory Stimulation of Self-initiated Movement on Quality of Life in Children with Severe Multiple Disabilities. Presented at the Adapted Physical Activity Conference, Department of Kinesiology, Michigan State University.

Allen, H.R., Dummer, G.M. (2003, January). Improvement of School and Community Physical Activity Programs. Presented at a Faculty Collaborative Seminar, Department of Kinesiology, Michigan State University.

Dummer, G.M., Allen, H.R. (2002, October). Evaluation of Physical Education Curricula. Presented to the staff of the Michigan Fitness Foundation, Okemos, MI.

Dummer, G.M. (2002, December). Adapted Physical Activity Research at Michigan State University. Presented to the faculty of the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, College of Osteopathic Medicine, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI.

Dummer, G.M., Renuk, J.M. (2002, October). Sports and Recreation for Persons with Severe Disability. Guest lecture in CEP 942 – Educational Perspectives on Low-Incidence Populations in Special Education.

Allen, H.R., Dummer, G.M. (2002, October). A School-based Initiative to Impact Physical Activity Levels in Lansing. Paper/proposal presented to Superintendent Sharon Banks, Lansing, Public Schools, and Barbara Markle, College of Education, Michigan State University, Lansing, MI.

Dummer, G.M. (2002, July). Coaching Athletes with Disabilities. Presented to the Pioneer Civitan Club, Lansing, MI.

Dummer, G.M., Annelin, J., Bruno, L., Dompier, T., Gonzalez, A. (2002, May). Department of Kinesiology. Presented to the College of Education Advisory Board, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI.

Dummer, G.M. (2001, May). Inclusion in Sports. Paper presented at Recreation for All: The Art of Inclusion, Michigan State University.

Dummer, G.M. (2001, August). Sports for Athletes with a Disability. Paper presented to incoming freshmen at the Colloquium with Your College, College of Education, Michigan State University.


Dummer, G.M. (2001, May). KIN 465 – Adapted Physical Activity. Paper presented at the Faculty Forum on Technology and Learning, College of Education, Michigan State University.

Dummer, G.M. (2000, February). Developing and Using a Course Web Site. Paper presented at the 16th Annual Technology Conference, College of Education Alumni Association, Michigan State University.

Dummer, G.M. (1999, October). Curriculum Development in Physical Education. Paper presented at the 3rd Annual Countywide Inservice, Monroe County (MI) Intermediate School District, Monroe, MI.

Dummer, G.M., Narvaez, M. Kaminski, L., Gano-Overway, L., Rothbard, M. (1999, September). Self-study of the KIN Graduate Program. Paper presented to the KIN faculty, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI.

Dummer, G.M., Kaminski, L., Gano-Overway, L. (1999, October). Self-study of the KIN Graduate Program. Paper presented to the KIN Graduate Student Organization, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI.

Dummer, G.M., Siegel, S.R., Ellis, M.K., Portman, V.A., Porter, P.A. (1997, November). What Athletes With A Disability Say About Inclusion in Physical Activity Programs. Michigan Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, Grand Rapids, MI.

Dummer, G.M. (1997, April). Professional Ethics and Human Subjects Research. Presented as part of Preventive Ethics: University-wide Symposium on Research Ethics organized by David E. Wright. Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI.

Dummer, G.M., Siegel, S.R., Portman F., Porter, P.A., Ellis, M.A. (1997, April). Inclusion in Sports: The Experiences of Swimmers with Disabilities who Participate on “Regular” Swimming Teams. Institute for the Study of Youth Sports, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI.

Dummer, G.M. (1996, December). Sports Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities. Special Education Parent Advocate Committees of Genesee County, Flint, MI.

Dummer, G.M., Parker, L. (1993, December). Sports Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities. Partners in Care: Are We Ready for 1994? College of Human Medicine, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI.

Dummer, G.M., Pipkens, D. (1992, December). Final Report of the Self-Study Evaluation of the K-12 Physical Education Program in the Holt Public Schools. Board of Education, Holt Public Schools, Holt, MI.

Dummer, G.M., Cavanaugh, P.L., Reuschlein, P.L. (1992, November). Evaluation of School Physical Education Programs: A Self-Study Approach. Michigan Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention, Grand Rapids, MI.

Dummer, G.M., Milligan, M. (1992, May). Sports for All: An Interactive Videodisc Course Designed to Facilitate Sports Participation by Persons with Disabilities. 8th Annual Alternatives for Excellence Conference, College of Education, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI

Dummer, G.M. (1990, November). Best Teaching Practices in Adapted Physical Education. Michigan Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention, Traverse City, MI.

Peters, S., Dummer, G.M., Leon, E., Clinton-Cali, C., Paciorek, M. Benninger, C., Tice, J., Bersuder, J. (1990, November). Inclusive Education Movement. Michigan Association for Health, Physical Education, recreation, and Dance Convention, Traverse City, MI.

Dummer, G.M. (1990, October). Special Education Students in Regular Physical Education Classes. Professional Staff Development Day, Tuscola County Intermediate School District, Caro MI


Dummer, G.M. (1989 November). Best Teaching Practices in Adapted Physical Education. Michigan Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention, Lansing, MI.

Dummer, G.M. (1989 November). Data-Based Instruction. Michigan Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention, Lansing, MI.

Dummer, G.M. (1989, May). Nutrition for Swimmers. Michigan Swimming 9-10 Racing Camp, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI.

Dummer, G.M. (1989, May). Nutrition and Weight-Control for Parents of Swimmers. Michigan Swimming 9-10 Racing Camp, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI.

Dummer, G.M. (1989, May). Reasons for Participation and Attrition in Youth Sports. Michigan Swimming 9-10 Racing Camp, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI.

Dummer, G.M. (1989, May). Introduction to Michigan State University’s Youth Sports Institute. Michigan Swimming 9-10 Racing Camp, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI

Dummer, G.M., Cheatum, B., Nester, G., Peak, S., Siira, B. (1988 November). Adapted Physical Education Issues Forum. Michigan Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, Battle Creek, MI.

Haubenstricker, J.L., Dummer, G.M. (1988, March). Gross Motor Skills and Activities for Preprimary Impaired Students. Ingham Intermediate School District, Division of Special Education, Mason, MI.

Dummer, G.M., Davis, K.J. (1985, November). Adapted Physical Education Service Delivery in Indiana. Indiana Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention, Fort Wayne, IN.

Dummer, G.D., Davis, K. (1983, October). Behavior Management in Physical Education. Presented at the Indiana Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention, Indianapolis, IN.

Dummer, G.M., Clarke, D.H., Sockler, J.M., Vaccaro, P., Vander Velden, L., Goldfarb, A.H. (1983, April). Age-Related Changes in Muscular Strength and Muscular Endurance Among Female Masters Swimmers. Inter-Agency Research Council, Bloomington, IN.

Dummer, G.M. (1982, October). Teacher Training Needs in Adapted Physical Education. Indiana Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention, Bloomington, IN.

Dummer, G.M. (1982, March). Results of the Statewide Survey of Teaching Competencies in Adapted Physical Education. Presented at the Maryland State Department of Education Physical Education Briefings, Baltimore, MD.

Dummer, G.M. (1982, February). Motor Performance Characteristics of Down’s Syndrome Children. Presented at a meeting of the Center for Young Children, University of Maryland, College Park.

Dummer, G.M., Bartell, M.E. (1981, October). Fitness for Special Populations: Adapting Exercise Trail Stations for Children with Low Fitness or Handicapping Conditions. Presented at the Maryland Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention, Deep Creek Lake, MD.

Dummer, G.M., Vaccaro, P., Goldfarb, A.H., Vander Velden, L. (1981, October). Physiological and Psychological Characteristics of Female Masters Swimmers. Research symposium organized by G.M. Dummer for the Maryland Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention, Deep Creek Lake, MD.

Dummer, G.M., Johnson, J. (1979, October). Adapted Aquatics. Presented at the Maryland Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention, College Park, MD.


Dummer, G.M., Vacante, D. (1978, December). Mainstreaming Mildly Handicapped Children in Physical Education. Presented to the Maryland Council of Directors and Supervisors of Physical Education, Westminster, MD.

V. GRANTS AND CONTRACTS A. External Funding of Faculty-Initiated Projects

Dummer, G.M., Romeo, V., Fraser, M.G., DeJong, L., & Paule, A. (2005, December, submitted). Effects of physical activity by persons with paraplegia on quality of life indicators. Michigan Parks and Recreation Association, Therapeutic Recreation Program. Requested $1,000.

Dummer, G.M., Stewart, D.A. (2003, submitted). Developing Life Skills in Middle School Students with Disabilities Through Participation in Physical Activity Programs. U.S. Department of Education. Requested $540,000 for three-year period. Approved but not funded.

Stewart, D.A., Dummer, G.M. (2001, submitted). Improving Academic Achievement in Deaf Children Through Physical Fitness. U.S. Department of Education. Requested $699,188 for four-year period. Not funded.

Dummer, G.M. (1998-2001). Graduate Assistantship in Adapted Physical Education. Funds were obtained from Clinton County Regional Educational service Association, Sunshine Meadows School, in St. Johns, MI to support a graduate student in adapted physical education during each academic year. Approximately $10,000 annually.

Dummer, G.M. (1997, November). Training Seminar for Swimming Classifiers and Technical Advisors. U.S. Olympic Committee, $32,785.

Dummer, G.M. (1996, August). The Future of Disability Swimming in the United States: Planning for the 2000 Paralympic Games. U.S. Olympic Committee, $15,180.

Dummer, G.M. (1995, July). 1996 Disability Swimming Camp (training camp and research at the U.S. Olympic Training Center for swimmers with disabilities). U.S. Olympic Committee, $30,130.

Dummer, G.M. (1994, October). 1995 Joint DSO Swimming Camp (training camp and research at the U.S. Olympic Training Center for swimmers with disabilities). U.S. Olympic Committee, $34,050.

Dummer, G.M. (1992-1994). Sports Skills Coaching for Persons with Disabilities. Rotary Club of Lansing Foundation. $1,500, in 1992, $1,500, in 1993, $1,000 in 1994 ($4,000 total).

Dummer, G.M. (1992-1994). Sports Skills Coaching for Persons with Disabilities. VanDervoort Memorial Foundation. $2,000 annually ($6,000 total).

Dummer, G.M. (1993, October). 1994 Joint DSO Swimming Camp (training camp and research at the U.S. Olympic Training Center for swimmers with disabilities). U.S. Olympic Committee, $27,710.

Dummer, G.M. (1992-1993). Sports Skills Coaching for Persons with Disabilities. Civitan Club of Lansing. $500 annually ($1,000 total).

Milligan, M., Dummer, G.M., Terry, T.N., Mushett, M., Sawisch, L. (1990, July). Sports For All: Facilitating Sports Participation By Persons With Disabilities. United States Olympic Committee via United States Cerebral Palsy Athletic Association to The Message Makers, $35,000.

Milligan, M., Terry, T. N., Dummer, G.M. (1990, April). Sports for All: Facilitating Sports Participation by Persons with Disabilities. Subcontract to the University of South Florida, $43,600.

Dummer, G.M. (1988, June). Adapted Physical Education Equipment. Civitan Club of Lansing. $250.


Dummer, G.M. (1986-1995). Graduate Assistantship in Adapted Physical Education. Funds were obtained from Clinton County Intermediate School District in St. Johns, MI to support a graduate student in adapted physical education during each academic year. Approximately $6,800 annually.

Dummer, G.M. (1984-1988). Graduate Assistantship in Adapted Physical Education. Funds were obtained from Eaton County Intermediate School District, Meadowview School, in Charlotte, MI to support a graduate student in adapted physical education during each academic year. Approximately $5,200 annually ($20,800 total).

Dummer, G.M. (1985-1986). Graduate Assistantships in Adapted Physical Education. Funds were obtained from Fenton Area Public Schools to support a graduate student in adapted physical education during the listed academic year. Approximately $5,200.

Habeck, R.V., Ewing, M.E., Overton, S.R., Dummer, G.M. (1985, July). Achievement Motivation, Coping Processes, and Sports Participation of Elite Athletes with Physical Handicaps. Kenny Michigan Rehabilitation Foundation, $4,697.

Dummer, G.M. Ulibarri, V.D., Hickman, B.B., Evans, S.A. (1985, July). The Influence of Posture, Uneven Leg Lengths, Range of Motion, and Percent Body Fat upon Kinematic and Kinetic Aspects of the Gait Patterns of Persons with Cerebral Palsy. Kenny Michigan Rehabilitation Foundation, $2,293.15.

Surburg, P.R., Dummer, G.M. (1983, Spring). Preparation of Special Educators in Adapted Physical Education, U.S. Office of Special Education, Indiana University, Bloomington, $30,000.

Surburg, P.R., Dummer, G.M. (1983, Spring). Preparation of Leadership Personnel in Adapted Physical Education, U.S. Office of Special Education, Indiana University, Bloomington, $38,000.

Dummer, G.M., Vacante, D. (1982, July). Exercise and Station Design Proposals for the Exer-Trail Developmental Wheelchair Course: The Back Nine. Contact with Exer-Trail, Inc. to develop nine exercise trail stations and accompanying educational materials. $3,000.

Dummer, G.M., Vacante, D. (1982, March). Exercise and Station Design Proposals for the Exer-Trail Developmental Wheelchair Course: The Front Nine. Contract with Exer-Trail, Inc. to develop nine exercise trail stations and accompanying educational materials. $2,500.

Dummer, G.M. (1981, December). Physiological and Psychological Characteristics of Female Masters Swimmers. Funded by the Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company, $5,800.

Goldfarb, A.H., Vacaro, P., Dummer, G.M. (1980, October). The Effects of Age and Training on Physiological and Blood Parameters During and Exercise-Stress Test in Women. Funded by the National Policy Center on Woman and Aging, $2,000.

B. External Funding of Student-Initiated Projects Moffett, A.C., Dummer, G.M. (2004, August). Seeing the Glass Half Full – Developing Optimism and

Perceived Competence in Children with Physical Disabilities. U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services – Student Initiated Grant, $20,000.

Connor, F.J., Dummer, G.M. (1992, June). Teaching Vocabulary Concepts in Preschool Physical Education to Children with disabilities. U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services – Student Initiated Grant, $10,604.

Connor, F.J., Dummer, G.M. (1992, June). Teaching Vocabulary Comprehension Through Physical Education to Preschool Children with Disabilities. Association for Retarded Citizens of Michigan, $2,500.


Smith, S.D., Dummer, G.M., Haubenstricker, J.L. (1987, May). The Effects of Integration in Physical Education on the Motor Performance and Self-Concept Characteristics of Educable Mentally Retarded and Nonhandicapped Children. Association for Citizens with Mental Retardation, Frank Zuzick Memorial Award, $1,320.

Overton, S.R. (Student Investigator), Dummer, G.M. (Project Director), Habeck, R.V., Ewing, M.E. (1985, September). Achievement Motivation, Coping Processes, and Sports Participation of Elite Athletes with Physical Handicaps. U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services – Student Initiated Grant, $14,713.

C. Internal Funding Dummer, G.M. (2005, December). Effects of physical activity by persons with paraplegia on quality of life

indicators. College of Education In-House Grant Program. $3,000. Dummer, G.M. (2000, August). Impact of Cochlear Implants on the Physical Fitness of Deaf and Hard of

Hearing Children. Michigan State University, College of Education. $8,742.58. Dummer, G.M. (1996, August). Inclusion of Athletes with Disabilities in Community Sports Programs.

College of Education In-House Grant Program, Michigan State University, $1,840. Dummer, G.M. (1995, July). Use of Sport Psychology Techniques by Elite Swimmers with Disabilities.

Institute for Research, College of Education, Michigan State University, $1,200. Dummer, G.M., Heusner, W.W. (1993, October). Physiological Efficiency of Swimmers with Disabilities.

All-University Research Initiation Grant, College of Education, Michigan State University, $1,294. Dummer, G.M., Stewart, D.A., Haubenstricker, J.L. (1988, April). Fundamental Motor Skills of Deaf

Children and Youth. Michigan State university All University Research Initiation Grants program. $7,024.

Ewing, M.E., Habeck, R.V., Dummer, G.M. (1985, July). Achievement Motivation., Coping Processes, and Sports Participation by Athletes with Physical Handicaps. Michigan State University, All University Research Initiation Grant, $5,994.

Habeck, R.V., Dummer, G.M., Ewing, M.E. (1985, July). Achievement Motivation, Coping Processes, and Sports Participation by Athletes with Physical Handicaps. Michigan State University, College of Education, $1,664.

Dummer, G.M. (1983, May). Long Term Retention of Motor Skills by Mentally Retarded and Nonretarded Children. Funded by a Spencer Grant through Indiana University, Bloomington, $8,845.

Dummer, G.M., Dotson, C.O. (1982, February). Modification of AAHPERD’s Health Related Fitness Test for Use with Mentally Retarded Students. Funded by the Division of Human and Community Resources Small Grant Award, University of Maryland, College Park, $320.

Dummer, G.M., Hamilton, E.J. (1979, January). Development of Instructional Media for Undergraduate Courses Concerned with Special Populations. Proposal funded by the Division of Human and Community Resources, University of Maryland, College Park, MD, $500.

Dummer, G.M. (1978, December). Flexibility Characteristics of Children with Down’s Syndrome. Funded by a General Research Board Faculty Research Award, University of Maryland, College Park, $1,500.


VI. SELECTED SERVICE ACTIVITIES A. Reviews

1. Books and Chapters Reviews Adapted Aquatics Programming: A Professional Guide, for Human Kinetics, December 1996. Moving to Inclusion (Abridged Version), for Active Living Alliance for Canadians with a Disability,

March 1996. Disability and Sport, for Human Kinetics, July 1995. Exceptional Learners: Special Education and Social Systems, for William C. Brown, April 1991. Special Physical Education, for William C. Brown, January 1989. Advances in Motor Development Research IV, J.E. Clark and J.H. Humphrey (Eds.), AMS Press.

November 1988. Advances in Motor Development Research III, J.E. Clark and J.H. Humphrey (Eds.), AMS Press.

October 1987. Advances in Motor Development Research II, J.E. Clark and J.H. Humphrey (Eds.), AMS Press. April

1986. Member of Editorial Review Board, Effects of Competitive Sports on Children and Youths:

Proceedings from the 1985 CIC Symposium. (E. Brown & C. Branta, Eds.) Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics, 1985.

Physical Education for Handicapped Children, for Indiana University Press, January 1984. Current Selected Research in Motor Development, J.E. Clark and J.H. Humphrey (Eds.), Princeton

Book Company. October 1983. The New Adapted Physical Education: Teacher’s Manual, for Mayfield Publishing Company, July

1981. The New Adapted Physical Education, for Mayfield Publishing Company, March 1981.

2. Journal Article Reviews Member of Editorial Board for Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 1987-present. Reviewer for Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 1986-present. Reviewer for Journal of Physical Education and Recreation. 1987-2005. Guest reviewer for International Journal of Sports Medicine (2005), Palaestra (1999-present),

Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport (1999-present), Journal of Physical Education and Health (2004-present), Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology (1999), International Journal of Sports Medicine (2004), Kinesiological Slovenika (2003), Medicine and Science in Sport and Exercise (1997-present), Teaching and Teacher Education (1987-1993), and Physician and Sportsmedicine (1983).

Book Digest Editor for Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 1987-1991. Consulting Editor for Mental Retardation, 1980-1984. Reviewer for Mental Retardation, 1970-1980.


3. Other Reviews National Review Team, Adapted Physical Education Enhancement Through Technology Project, Lou

Bowers and Steve Klesius, Co-Directors, University of South Florida, 1994-1999. Reviewed qualifications of colleagues from other universities for tenure and/or promotion decisions

on 19 occasions. Reviewed grant proposals submitted to the Michigan State University All-University Research

Initiation Grant Program (IRPG), 1990, 1997, 1998, 2003, 2004, 2005. Reviewed grant proposals submitted to the College of Education seed grant program, 1987, 1989,

1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, and 1999. Reviewed abstracts for Research Consortium presentations at the American Alliance for Health,

Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Conventions, 1980, 1982, 1983, 1985, 1986, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2005.

Field reviewer for “State Initiated Projects: Center for Adaptive Aids and Equipment,” State of Michigan, Department of Education, Special Education Services, July 1986.

Field reviewer of special education personnel training grant proposals for the Division of Personnel Preparation, Office of Special Education Programs, United States Department of Education, December 1984.

Field reviewer of grant proposals for the Research Projects Branch, Division of Innovation and Development, Office of Special Education, United States Department of Education, May 1981.

B. Service to Organization 1. Professional Organizations

Member of Adapted Physical Education Council, Michigan Department of Education, 2001-2003. Past-President of the North American Federation on Adapted Physical Activity, 2000-2004. President

1998-2000. President-elect 1996-1998. National Test Administrator for National Standards Project in Adapted Physical Education, National

Consortium on Physical Education and Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities, funded by the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services, U.S. Department of Education, 1997.

Member of Standards Committee for National Standards Project in Adapted Physical Education, National Consortium on Physical Education and Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities, funded by the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services, U.S. Department of Education. 1994-present.

Director of Symposium 1994, the biannual conference of the North American Federation on Adapted Physical Activity, East Lansing, MI, October 6-8, 1994.

Member of Steering Committee of Michigan Exemplary Physical Education Programs Project, a joint project of the Michigan Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, the Michigan Department of Education, and cooperating public schools, colleges, and universities. 1988-1992.

Member of committee to develop Essential Outcomes in Adapted Physical Education, Michigan Department of Education. 1989-1991.


Physical Education Representative to the Board of Directors, National Consortium on Physical Education and Recreation for the Handicapped. 1986-1988.

Representative to the Michigan Special Education Advisory Committee from the Michigan Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, 1986-1992.

Regional Editor, American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance – Research Consortium Newsletter. 1985-1986.

Michigan Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, Organized “I’m Special” workshop for elementary school physical education teachers and adapted physical education specialists, Battle Creek, MI, November 9, 1985.

Michigan Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, Chairperson of Adapted Physical Education Section, 1984-1985.

Indiana Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, Chairperson of Research Section, 1983-1984.

Presided at Research Consortium presentations and at a Therapeutics Council/Adapted Physical Education Academy pre-convention session at the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention, Minneapolis, MN, April 1983.

Indiana Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, Chair-elect of Research Section, 1982-1983.

Maryland Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. Developed model course outline and syllabus for an adapted physical education course designed to satisfy teacher certification requirements in special education, March 1982.

Maryland Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. Chairperson of Adapted Physical Education Committee, 1979-1981.

Maryland Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. Chairperson of Adapted Physical Education Section, 1980-1981.

Maryland Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. Chair-elect of Adapted Physical Education Section, 1979-1980.

2. School Systems Lansing (MI) Public Schools. Conducted a MEPEPP self-study of the adapted physical education

program, October 12, October 25, and December 15, 1995. Holt (MI) Public Schools. Conducted a MEPEPP self-study of the K-12 physical education program

with P.L. Cavanaugh and P.L. Reuschlein, October 5, October 12, and October 26, 1992. Greenville (MI) Public Schools. Conducted a MEPEPP awareness session on December 19, 1991

and an adapted physical education inservice program on January 16, 1992. Tuscola County (MI) Intermediate School District. Conducted inservice training on inclusion of

special education students in regular physical education classes, October 8, 1990. Montgomery County (MD) Public Schools. Conducted inservice training on adapted physical

education, September 28, 1981. Montgomery County (MD) Public Schools. “Teacher Training Project: Physical Education for

Handicapped Children”. Consultant to MCPS during planning of inservice teacher training workshop (Spring and Summer 1979), during actual teacher training (September 24-28, 1979), and during dissemination of results (1979-1981).


3. Other Organizations Disability swimming community. Conducted a Disability Swimming Coaches Clinic for coaches of

Paralympic and Special Olympics swimmers, October 2005. Special Olympics. Conducted the Area 8 (Ingham/Eaton Counties) Special Olympics swimming

competition from 1999-present. Conducted General Orientation Training School and Aquatics Training School (coach education programs) for Special Olympics Michigan in 2004.

United States Olympic Committee. Director and Research Director of 1994, 1995, and 1997 Disability Swimming Camps at the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, CO. Project Director for quadrennium planning project aimed at preparing USA swimming teams for the 2000 Paralympic Games and 2001 World Games for the Deaf, Colorado Springs, CO, May 1997. Director of swimming classifier training seminar in June 1998.

United States Disabled Sports Team. Assistant USA coach at the 1998 International Paralympic Committee World Swimming Championships in Christchurch, New Zealand. Assistant USA coach at the 1994 International Paralympic Committee World Swimming Championships, Tal Qroqq National Pool, Malta. Meet Director, 1996 USA Paralympic Swimming Trials, Indianapolis, May 1-5, 1996.

Atlanta Paralympic Organizing Committee. Researcher for the announcer and media at the swimming competition, Atlanta Paralympic Games, August 16-15, 1996. Member of meet committee for the 1995 Atlanta International Swimming Trials, August 15-20, 1995.

United States Paralympics. Classification Director for the 2002 USA Swimming Disability Championships in Seattle, WA.

United States Swimming. Chair of Adapted Swimming Committee, 1996-2000, member 1992-1994 and 2000-2002. Meet Director for USA Swimming Disability Championships in 1998 (Minneapolis), 1999 (Minneapolis), 2000 (Indianapolis), and 2001 (Phoenix). Co-Meet Director of 1994 Speedo Spring Junior Nationals East. Co-Meet Director of 1993 U.S. Open Swimming Championships. Member of Communications Committee, 1990-1994. Conducted parent education sessions at National Age Group Swimming Camp held at Michigan State University, May 1989. Assisted with data collection/flexibility measurements at National Age Group Swimming Camp held at Michigan State University, May 1986.

Michigan Swimming. Review Board member 1997-2001. General Chairman 1993-1997. Administrative Division Vice-Chairman 1990-1993. Member-at-large 1989-1990. Secretary 1987-1989. Conducted a club development workshop in March 1991. Served as team manager/assistant coach for the Michigan Swimming All-Star Team at an Altitude Training Camp at the U.S. Olympic Training Center in December 1992.

Dwarf Athletic Association of America, Technical Director for Swimming, 1992-2001. United States Disabled Athletes Fund. Director of training camp for swimmers with a disability at the

Roosevelt Sports Training Center in Warm Springs, GA, May 13-21, 2000. Member of the Board of Directors, Lansing Capitols (sports organization for athletes with cerebral

palsy), 1990-1991. United States Masters Swimming. Vice President 1985-1989. Member of Executive Committee 1983-

1989., Editor of USMS Newsletter 1985-1989. Chairperson of Long Range Planning Committee 1985-1987, and member, 1981-1985. Chairperson of Ad Hoc Committee on Adapted Swimming 1982-1987. Zone Committee Chairperson 1982-1985. Zone A (Northeast United States) Chairperson 1981-1983. Chairperson of Potomac Valley Association 1980-1982. Meet director for over 28 swimming meets in California, Maryland, Indiana, and Michigan.


White River Park State Games, Member of Swimming Steering Committee, Indiana Sports Foundation, 1983-1984.

C. University Service 1. Michigan State University

University Task Force on HIPAA Regulations, 2001-2002. University Committee on Research Involving Human Subjects, 1997-2000. University Curriculum Committee, 1993-1995. Chair, Sub-Committee C, 1994-1995. Health Promotion Demonstration Project, Youth Interest Group, 1985-1986. College of Education Hannah Chair Search Committee, 2001-2002. Doctoral Recruiting Fellowship Committee, 1999-2001, 2003-present. Spencer Research Training Grant Committee, 2003-present. Online Masters Degree Ad Hoc Committee, 2000. Reappointment, Promotion, and Tenure Committee, 1985-1996, 2002-2006. Chair 1996-1997. Bylaws Committee, 1993-1994. Faculty Advisory Committee, 1989-1991. Chairperson, 1989-1990. Curriculum Committee, 1984-1986, 1987-1989, 1991-1993, 1993-1995, Chair 1991-1995. Team A, College of Education Curriculum Reform Project, 1989-1993. Undergraduate Scholarship Committee, 1987-1988. Department of Kinesiology Graduate Coordinator, 2003-present. Webmaster, Department of Kinesiology (http://edweb6.educ.msu.edu/kin), 1998-present. Youth Sports Institute Director Search Committee, Chair 2001-2003. Exercise Physiology Search Committee, 2000-2002. Faculty Advisory Committee, Chair 1988-1989, 1996-1999, 2002-2004. Member, 1985-1989, 1999-

2000, 2005-2006. Graduate Studies Committee, 1984-1997, 2000-2002. Chair 1992-1994. Chair 2003-indefinite. Personnel Committee, 1987, 1989-1991, 1999-2001. Curriculum Committee, 1984-1985, 1990-1991. Technology Committee, 1989-1990. Ad Hoc Bylaws Committee, Chair 1988. Outstanding Dissertation Award Committee, 1986. Chair, 1992. Research Committee, Chair 1985-1987. Department of Counseling, Educational Psychology, and Special Education Special Education Unit, 1984-1994. Admissions Committee, 1985-1986, 1987-1988. Ad Hoc Computer Use Committee, 1984-1986. New Faculty Committee, 1984-1986. Search Committee, Rehabilitation Counseling, 1985. Ad Hoc Committee on Service, 1984-1985.

2. Indiana University School of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation Library Committee, 1983-1984. Department of Physical Education Professional Preparation Committee, 1984. Workshop Committee, 1982-1983.


3. University of Maryland Sport History Recruitment Committee, 1981-1982. Kinesiological Sciences Committee, 1981-1982. Graduate Committee, 1980-1982. Publicity Committee, 1980-1981. Alice Love Memorial Scholarship Committee, Chair 1980-1981. Undergraduate Professional Committee, 1978-1980. Service Committee, 1978-1980.

VII. SELECTED TEACHING ACTIVITIES A. Courses Taught (*developed new course or significantly revised existing course)

1. Michigan State University Kinesiology Courses KIN 101A,B,C – Swimming I, II, III * KIN 300B – Coaching Athletes with Disabilities * KIN 465 – Adapted Physical Activity * KIN 466 – Practicum in Adapted Physical Activity * KIN 865 – Curriculum and Instruction in Adapted Physical Education * KIN 866 – Research on Sports for Athletes with Disabilities * KIN 867 – Practicum in Adapted Physical Activity * KIN 871 – Research Methods in Kinesiology * KIN 995 – Research Ethics * KIN 960 – Current Issues in Motor Behavior/Grant Writing Special Education Courses * CEP 444 – Education of Students with Severe and Multiple Impairments * CEP 942 – Special Education for Low Incidence Populations

2. Indiana University P398 – Adapted Physical Education P399 – Practicum in Adapted Physical Education P499 – Research in Physical Education and Athletics * K500 – Interdisciplinary Seminar in Developmental Disabilities P546 – Movement Performance of the Exceptional Child T591 – Data Analyses in Health, Physical Education, and Recreation

3. University of Maryland PHED 122T – Beginning Swimming for Fitness PHED 154N – Beginning Swimming PHED 218A – Laboratory in Teaching Adapted Physical Education PHED 333 – Adapted Physical Education PHED 489B – Physical Education for the Mentally Retarded * PHED 489Q – Mainstreaming Handicapped students in Physical Education PHED 496 – Quantitative Methods PHED 789J – Advanced Seminar in Adapted Physical Education

B. Instructional Web Sites Disability Sports. Web site online at http://edweb6.educ.msu.edu/kin866. Used as one of the “textbooks” in

KIN 465 – Adapted Physical Activity.


KIN 465 – Adapted Physical Activity. Virtual University course online at http://kin465.vu.msu.edu (password protected). Also course web site online at http://angel.msu.edu.

KIN 871 – Research Methods in Kinesiology. Course web site online at http://angel.msu.edu. KIN 895 – Research Ethics web site. Course web site online at http://edweb6.educ.msu.edu/kin895.

C. Administration of Teacher Approval Program I administer the “Teacher Endorsement in Physical Education for the Handicapped” (a State of Michigan

teaching credential) at Michigan State University. Students who have completed certain coursework and practice requirements are recognized with the endorsement by the State of Michigan.

VIII. PROFESSIONAL AFFLIATIONS International Federation of Adapted Physical Activity North American Federation of Adapted Physical Activity American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance National Consortium on Physical Education and Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities Responsible Conduct of Research Education Consortium

IX. HONORS AND AWARDS Rick Knas Lifetime Achievement Award, Athletes with Disabilities Hall of Fame, October 2005. Coach of the Year, Area 8 (MI) Special Olympics, February 2002. Adapted Swimming Service Award, USA Swimming, September 2001. Sustained Effort Toward Excellence in Diversity Award, Michigan State University, April 2001. Outstanding Faculty/Staff Award, MSU Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities, May 2000. Distinguished Faculty Award, Michigan State University, February 1998. Award “in appreciation for the opportunities that you have created for swimmers with disabilities”, from the

executive directors of the Dwarf Athletic Association of America, Disabled Sports USA, Special Olympics International, USA Deaf Sports Federation, U.S. Association for Blind Athletes, U.S. Cerebral Palsy Athletic Association, and Wheelchair Sports USA, June 1998.

Phillips Outstanding service Award, for service to United States Swimming and Michigan Swimming, April 1997. Award for Contributions to the USA Paralympic Movement, from the athletes participating at the 1996 USA

Paralympic Swimming Trials, May 1996. Glenn S. Hummer Award for Outstanding Service to Open Water Swimming, U.S. Swimming, October 1994. Ransom J. Arthur Award for Outstanding Service, U.S. Masters Swimming, September 1993. First Place in the Best of Video Contest, for the Sports for All Interactive Videodisc Course, American Alliance

for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, March 1993. Special Recognition Award for Technology Programming/Inservice Education in Public Broadcast Television, for

the Sports for All Interactive Videodisc Course, Southern Educational Communications Association, 1991. State of Michigan Teaching Excellence Award, June 1991. Chetrick Award for outstanding service to masters swimming in Michigan, April 1988. Fellow, Research Consortium, American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance,

February, 1983.


Merit Award, Maryland Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, in recognition of outstanding service in the field of Physical Education, October, 1981.

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