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Dr. Deborah Buswell
Abbreviated Vitae
Assistant Professor
Department of Kinesiology & Health Science
buswelld@sfasu.edu
Ph.D.Texas Woman's University, 1999, Adapted and Developmental Physical Education
M. S.Baylor University, 1993, Education
B.S. University of Maine, 1985, Physical Education
Erickson, E., Buswell, D.J., & Passo, M. (2003). Adaptive Equipment Used for Wilderness Expeditions. Palaestra, 19(3), 25-31.
Buswell, D.J., Sherrill, C., French, R., & Myers, B. (2001). Perspectives of Publication Among Highly Productive Women Adapted Physical Activity Scholars. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 18, 366-388.
Buswell, D.J. (2000). In memory of Jean Tague. Palaestra, 16(4), 52.
Buswell, D.J. (1997). Considering the time demands, should beginning physical education teachers be allowed to coach. Journal of Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, 68(2), 59.
JOURNAL ABSTRACTS:
Buswell, D.J. (2003). Special Olympics Volunteer Perceptions of Benefits. Advocate, 31(3), 3.
Buswell, D.J. (2002). Digest Abstract: Processing Visual Information by Males with ADHD. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 19, 514.
Buswell, D.J. (2002). Digest Abstract: Improving Flexibility of Special Olympic Athletes and Coaches. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 19, 514.
Buswell, D.J. (2002). Digest Abstract: Interscholastic Sports and the Laws. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 19, 116.
Buswell, D.J. (2002). Digest Abstract: Attitudes of Physical Education Majors. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 19, 116.
Buswell, D.J. (2000). Digest Abstract: Acquiring Motor Skills Using Neurobehavioral Intervention. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 17, 258.
Buswell, D.J. (1998). Digest Abstract: Attitudes on Inclusion in a Regular Softball League. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 15, 385.
Sherrill, C., Piletic, C., Hilgenbrinck, L., Frey, G., Buswell, D.J., & Schell, B. (1998). Sport as Empowerment: Perspectives of Female Athletes of the 1996 Paralympic Games. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 69(1), (Supplement), A-136.
Buswell, D.J. (1997). Digest Abstract: Measuring Static Balance of Deaf Children. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 14, 254.
Buswell, D.J. (2004). Instructor's Resource CD-ROM for Adapted physical activity, recreation, and sport: Crossdisciplinary and lifespan (6th ed.). Madison, WI: McGraw Hill.
CD-ROM Includes the following materials:
Brownstone Computerized Test Bank - for both IBM and Macintosh
Includes over 1,700 questions that comprehensively cover all 28 chapters.
Instructor's Manual - Includes overview of textbook, teaching principles for
adapted physical activity, class activities, chapter outlines, chapter handouts,
resource lists, and extensive student learning activities.
PowerPoint Slides - Includes over 1,500 slides that comprehensively cover all 28 chapters.
Buswell, D.J. (2004). Online student practice quizzes: for Adapted physical activity, recreation, and sport: Crossdisciplinary and lifespan (6th ed.). Madison, WI: McGraw Hill. Includes over 400 questions covering 28 chapters - resource available to students via Online Learning Center.
Sherrill, C., & Buswell, D.J. (1998). Instructor's Manual: Adapted physical activity, recreation, and sport: Crossdisciplinary and lifespan (5th ed.). Madison, WI: McGraw Hill.
Includes IBM and Macintosh Test Pak.
INVITED ARTICLES:
Buswell, D.J. (2005). Adapted Physical Education National Standards Examination to be Administered in Corpus Christi with On-Site Registration Available. Texas Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Journal, 74(1), 24.
Buswell, D.J. (2004). Adapted Physical Education National Standards Examination to be Administered in Arlington with On-Site Registration Available. Texas Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Journal, 73(1), 20.
Cantu, C. & Buswell, D.J. (2003). Adapted P.E.: A Vital Contribution to Health and Well-Being. Exceptional Parent, 33(10), 58-61.
Buswell, D.J. (2003). Adapted Physical Education National Standards Examination to be Administered in Galveston with On-Site Registration Available. Texas Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Journal, 72(1), 57.
Buswell, D.J. (2002). Adapted Physical Education National Standards Examination to be Administered in Fort Worth with On-Site Registration Available. Texas Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Journal, 71(1), 24.
Buswell, D.J. (2001). Adapted Physical Education National Standards Examination to be Administered in Corpus Christi with On-Site Registration Available. Texas Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Journal, 70(1), 28.
Buswell, D.J. (1999). Scholarly publication by women adapted physical activity professionals. Doctoral dissertation, Texas Woman's University, Denton. Reprint Eugene, OR: Microform Publications of Human Movement Studies Bulletin, 14(2), 1.
NEWSLETTER ARTICLES (written as editor)
Buswell, D.J. (2003). Letter From the Editor, Advocate, 31(3), 7.
Buswell, D.J. (2003). Adapted Physical Activity Council Awards, Advocate, 31(2), 2-3.
Buswell, D.J. (2003). APAC Special Recognition Awards, Advocate, 31(2), 3-4.
Buswell, D.J. (2002). Special Olympics, USA, Advocate, 30(3), 3.
Buswell, D.J. (2002). News from APENS, Advocate, 30(2), 3-4.
Buswell, D.J. (2001). 8th Annual John K. Williams, Jr. International Adapted Aquatics Award, Advocate, 29(3), 3.
Buswell, D.J. (2000). NAFAPA 2000, Advocate, 28(3), 2.
Buswell, D.J. (2000). 2000 APENS Exam to be Held, Advocate, 28(2), 4.
Buswell, D.J. (2000). Member Newsflashes, Advocate, 28(2), 3.
Buswell, D.J. (1999). SIRC Virtual Resource Center for Sports Information, Advocate, 27(4), 3.
Buswell, D.J. (1999). Proposed Bill Supporting Physical Education, Advocate, 27(3), 2.
Buswell, D.J. (1999). Conference Reminders, Advocate, 27(3), 4.
Buswell, D.J. (1999). A Total Commitment: The Year of the Special Olympian, Advocate, 27(2), 2.
Buswell, D.J. (1999). Achieving a Balance: The 7th Annual Conference on Adapted Physical Activity, Advocate, 27(2), 2.
Buswell, D.J. (1999). The 12th International Symposium on Adapted Physical Activity, Advocate, 27(2), 2.
Buswell, D.J. (1999). Disability Sport Organizations Award, Advocate, 27(2), 2.
Buswell, D.J. (1999). US Cerebral Palsy Athletic Association Moves, Advocate, 27(2), 2.
Buswell, D.J. (1999). 1999 APENS Exam to be Held, Advocate, 27(2), 3.
Buswell, D.J. (1999). Claudine Sherrill APAC Breakfast, Advocate, 27(2), 3.
Buswell, D.J. (1996). Adapted program goes Hollywood. International Federation of Adapted Physical Activity Newsletter, 4(3), 3.
INSTRUCTOR'S RESOURCES:
Buswell, D.J. (2004). Contributing Author in G. James. & D. Everett (Eds.), Health Education TEKS: A guide for teachers: Grades K-5. Austin, TX: TAHPERD.
Buswell, D.J. (1997). Contributing Author in R. French (Ed.), Adapted Physical Education Disability Fact Sheets. Denton, TX: Texas Woman's University.
Buswell, D.J. (1997). Contributing Author in J. Pyfer, (Ed.), Presentation manual: Techniques for including students with disabilities in the regular physical education program. Denton, TX: Texas Woman's University.
Buswell, D.J. (1997). Contributing Author in R. French, (Ed.), Presentation Manual: Designing workshops to facilitate inclusion in physical education. Denton, TX: Texas Woman's University.
Buswell, D.J. (1997). Contributing Author in R. French & J. Pyfer, (Eds.), The survival series instruction manual: Including students with disabilities in regular physical education. Denton, TX: Texas Woman's University.
Buswell, D.J. (1996). Contributing Author in L. Fullerton, R. French, & J. Pyfer (Eds.), Adapted physical education program guide. Denton, TX: Denton Independent School District.
Foreign: Research / Data Based Presentations
Buswell, D.J., Sherrill, C., & O'Connor, J. (2000). Article properties of Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly 1984-2000. Presented at North American Federation of Adapted Physical Activity Symposium, New Orleans, LA.
Buswell, D.J. & Sherrill, C. (1998). Scholarly publication by university women adapted physical activity professionals - preliminary results. Presented at North American Federation of Adapted Physical Activity Symposium, Minneapolis, MN.
O'Connor, J., Babcock, G., Berends, K., Buswell, D.J., Hilgenbrinck, L., Piletic, C., Rocco, S., & Huettig, C. (1998). The attitudes and beliefs toward inclusion in physical education of physical educators in Texas. Presented at North American Federation of Adapted Physical Activity Symposium, Minneapolis, MN.
Sherrill, C., Buswell, D.J., Frey, G., Hilgenbrinck, L., Piletic, C., Schell, L., & Wilhite, B. (1997). Infusion of adapted physical activity faculty and graduate students into the Paralympic Movement. Presented at International Symposium for Adapted Physical Activity, Quebec, Canada.
Sherrill, C., DePauw, K., Dendy, E., Scoretz, D., & Buswell, D.J. (1996). Women in disability: Research and applications for performance enhancement. Presented at Third Paralympic Congress, Atlanta, GA.
Pyfer, J., French, R., Babcock, G., Berends, K., Buswell, D.J., Hilgenbrinck, L., & Piletic, C. (1997). Designing workshops to facilitate inclusion in physical education. Presented at International Symposium for Adapted Physical Activity, Quebec, Canada.
James, G. & Buswell, D.J. (2006 Accepted). A Comparison of Sensation Seeking Preferences and Interest in HPER Majors and Elementary Education Majors. Presented at American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Annual Conference 2006 Convention, Salt Lake City, UT.
Buswell, D.J., Hilgenbrinck, L, & Leriou, F. (2006). Connections and Collaborations for Service Learning in Undergraduate Education. Presented at National Association for Kinesiology and Physical Education in Higher Education 2006 Conference, San Diego, CA.
Buswell, D.J. & Leriou, F. (2004). Beneficial Aspects of "Volunteering." Presented at National Consortium for Physical Education and Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities Conference, Washington, D.C.
James, G. & Buswell, D.J. (2004). HPER and Elementary Majors: Sensation Seeking by Thrill and Adventure or Disinhibition. Presented at American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Annual Conference 2004, New Orleans, LA.
Buswell, D.J. (2003). Special Olympic Volunteer Perceptions of Benefits. Presented at National Consortium for Physical Education and Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities Conference, 2003, Washington, D.C.
Buswell, D.J. & James, G. (2003). Sensation Seeking Interest and Preferences of HPER Majors: A Pilot Study. Presented at American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Annual Conference 2003, Philadelphia, PA.
Buswell, D.J. (2002). Service-Learning in Teacher Preparation. Presented at American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Annual Conference 2002, San Diego, CA. (Presentation developed with M.L. Hamilton).
Buswell, D.J. & Hamilton, M.L. (2002). Engaging Students Through Service-Learning. Presented at National Association for Physical Education in Higher Education Annual Conference 2002, San Antonio, TX.
DePauw, K.P. & Buswell, D.J. (2000). Scholarship and publication among women in higher education. Presented at National Association for Physical Education in Higher Education 2000 National Conference, Austin, TX.
Sherrill, C., Piletic, C., Hilgenbrinck, L., Frey, G., Buswell, D.J., & Schell, L. (1998). Sport as empowerment: Perspectives of female athletes of the 1996 Paralympic Games. Presented at American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance National Convention, Reno, NV.
Erickson, E., Buswell, D.J., & Passo, M. (2004) Adaptive Equipment for Wilderness Expeditions. Presented at National Trails Symposium, Austin, TX.
Brice, C. & Buswell, D.J. (2004). Adaptive Aquatics: Tips and Techniques for Enhancing Inclusion - A Collaborative Adapted Aquatics Program. Presented at National Institute on Recreation Inclusion, Austin, TX.
Erickson, E., Buswell, D.J., & Passo, M. (2004) Adaptive Equipment for Wilderness Expeditions. Presented at National Consortium for Physical Education and Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities Conference, Washington, D.C.
Erickson, E., Buswell, D.J., & Passo, M. (2004) Adaptive Equipment for Wilderness Expeditions. Presented at Social Aspects and Recreation Research Conference, San Francisco, CA.
Zittel, L., Houston-Wilson, C., Stanish, H., Stanton, K., & Buswell, D.J. (1999). Future Directions. Presented at National Consortium for Physical Education and Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities Conference, Tampa, FL.
Macfarlane, P.A. & Buswell, D.J. (1999). Biomechanical and physiological factors applied to athletes with physical disabilities. Presented at American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance 1999 National Convention, Boston, MA.
Pyfer, J., French, R., Babcock, G., Berends, K., Buswell, D.J., Hilgenbrinck, L., & Piletic, C. (1997). Techniques for including students with disabilities in the regular physical education program. Presented at American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance National Convention, St. Louis, MI.
Buswell, D.J. & James, G. (2006). A Comparison of Sensation Seeking Preferences and Interest in HPER Majors and Elementary Education Majors. Presented at Southern District of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance 2006 Convention, Virginia Beach, VA.
Berends, K., Rocco, S., Babcock, G., & Buswell, D.J. (1999). Inclusion: Practical strategies for the regular physical educator. Presented at Southern District of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance 1999 Convention, Greensboro, NC.
Huettig, C., Babcock, G., Buswell, D.J., & Rocco, S. (1999). Developmentally appropriate play for preschoolers. Presented at Southern District of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance 1999 Convention, Greensboro, NC.
McHugh, B.E., Buswell, D.J., & Piletic, C. (1995). Everyone included: Rhythmic movement and dance activities for all abilities. Presented at Southern District of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention, Orlando, FL.
Leriou, F. & Buswell, D.J. (2004). Benefits of "Volunteering" as Part of Coursework. Presented at Texas Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance 2004 Annual Convention, Arlington, TX.
Buswell, D.J. & James, G. (2003). Sensation Seeking Interest and Preferences of HPER and Elementary Education Majors. Presented at Texas Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance 2003 Annual Convention, Galveston, TX.
Buswell, D.J. & Rutledge, C. (2001). Field-Based Preparation: Applied Learning. Presented at Texas Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance 2001 Annual Convention, Corpus Christi, TX.
Rutledge, C. & Buswell, D.J. (2001). Providing Quality Movement Observation Feedback. Presented at Texas Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance 2001 Annual Convention, Corpus Christi, TX.
Brice, C. & Buswell, D.J. (2004). Collaborative Adapted Aquatics Program. Presented at
Texas Therapeutic Recreation Summit, Burton, TX.
Brice, C. & Buswell, D.J. (2003). Collaborative Adapted Aquatics Program. Presented at Texas Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance 2003 Annual Convention, Galveston, TX.
Smith, R. & Buswell, D.J. (2002). Collaborating with Classroom Teachers to Meet Requirements of Senate Bill 19. Presented at Texas Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance 2002 Annual Convention, Fort Worth, TX.
Silliman-French, L., Foederer, R., Janis, B., Kaplan, C., Kielaszek, B., Lebstock, D., Mason-Foederer, V., Mathews, N., Meyers, L., Robinson, R., Sartain, J., Thelen, L., Trocki-Ables, P., Bucanan, P., Buswell, D.J., French, R., & Sherrill, C. (2002). Let's Get on the Same Page: A Panel Discussion. Presented at Texas Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance 2002 Annual Convention, Fort Worth, TX.
Buswell, D.J. et al. (2001). Developing and Using Large Game Boards for Therapeutic Recreation. Presented at Southwest Texas State University Therapeutic Recreation Summit, San Marcos, TX.
Buswell, D.J. & Rutledge, C. (2001). Developing and Using Large Games Boards for Physical Education. Presented at Texas Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance 2001 Summer Convention, San Antonio, TX.
Buswell, D.J. (2000). From Garbage to Goldmines. Presented at Southwest Texas State University Therapeutic Recreation Summit, San Marcos, TX.
Buswell, D.J. & Price, K.M. (1998). Taking Newton for granted: The interaction of
biomechanics and adapted physical activity. Presented at Texas Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance 1998 Annual Convention, Houston, TX.
Hilgenbrinck, L., Buswell, D.J., & Piletic, C. (1996). IDEA & transition issues for the
athlete with disabilities. Presented at Texas Association of Health, Physical Education,
Recreation, and Dance 1996 Annual Convention, Corpus Christi, TX.
UNIVERSITY COMMITTEES / ASSIGNMENTS:
Member, University Suspension Appeals Committee, Texas State, 2001-2004.
Member, ALLIES of Texas State, 1999-2005.
Participant, Program for Excellence in Teaching and Learning, Texas State, 2001-2002.
Member, MITC Program Advisory Committee, Texas State, 2001-2002.
Usher at Graduation, Texas State, May 2001, August 2001, August 2002.
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION COMMITTEES / ASSIGNMENTS:
Member, NCATE Standard 6 Committee, Stephen F. Austin State University, 2006.
Member, College of Education Strategic Planning Committee, Texas State, 2003.
Member, College of Education Ph.D. Advisory Committee, Texas State, 2002-2005.
Member, College of Education Faculty Advisory Council, Texas State, 2002-2005 (Elected).
Member, COE Faculty Advisory Council Ad Hoc Committee on Committees, Texas State,
2003-2004.
Member, College of Education Teacher Education Council, Texas State, 2002-2005.
Chair, College of Education Undergraduate Scholarship and Awards Committee, Texas State,
2004.
Member, College of Education Scholarship and Awards Committee, Texas State, 2001-2003.
Member, Professional Development Day Planning Committee, Texas State, 2000-2005.
DEPARTMENTAL COMMITTEES / ASSIGNMENTS:
Member, Scholarship Committee, Stephen F. Austin State University, 2006.
Chair, Adapted Physical Education Major Development Ad-Hoc Committee, Texas State, Spring 2003-2004.
Member, Program Review Committee, Texas State, 2002-2005.
Member, Travel Committee, Texas State, 2002-2005.
Member, Search Committee Assistant Professor Health Education, Texas State, Spring 2004.
Member, Search Committee Assistant Professor Physical Education, Texas State, Spring 2002.
Member, Search Committee Assistant Professor Health Education, Texas State, Spring 2002.
Member, Search Committee Assistant Professor Physical Education, Texas State, Spring 2001.
Member, Merit Ad Hoc Committee, Texas State, Spring-Summer 2001.
COMMUNITY COMMITTEES / SERVICE:
Organizing Committee, Special Olympics Texas Chapter Games, Summer 2005, Summer 2006.
Event Director, Individual Skills, Special Olympics Texas Area 13 Basketball Tournament,
2002, 2003, 2004, 2005.
Sponsor, Special Olympics Texas Area 13 Bocce Officials Training Workshop, Fall 2004
Focus Group Member - Educational Sport Camp, Texas School for the Blind and Visually
Impaired, Spring 2003.
Focus Group Member - Health / Physical Education Higher Education, Spring 2001.
Texas University Physical Educator of the Year-2005-TAHPERD