Adapted Physical Activities (LSPA_036)
About Study Course
Objective
To provide basic knowledge about the planning of an inclusive sports and health class, modification of the teaching process. To provide knowledge about critical thinking approach in APA education. To provide knowledge about setting measurable targets for students with special educational needs (hereinafter – SEN).
To provide basic knowledge on historical aspects of adapted physical activity (APA). To provide knowledge on special education in Latvia.
Prerequisites
General secondary education.
Learning outcomes
To demonstrate comprehensive and sport-specific knowledge of planning, assessment, implementation, midterm assessment of inclusive sports and health classes and assessment of the need for modifications to the study process.
1. To assess the suitability of the curriculum for individual needs and abilities of students with SENs.
2. Preparation and implementation of an individual educational programme mastering plan.
3. To plan the most appropriate communication strategies for students with special educational needs.
4. To take responsibility and initiative through study and practical work, individually or in a team.
1. Applies an individually appropriate assessment in accordance with the individual education programme mastering plan.
2. Applies the suitability of the adapted curriculum to students with SENs.
3. Uses the effectiveness of the teaching and support strategies.
4. Uses the suitability principles of teaching strategies according to individual SENs. Uses a suitable support strategy.
Study course planning
| Study programme | Study semester | Program level | Study course category | Lecturers | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sports science, SpZNn | 7 | Bachelor’s | Required | Nadija Strazdiņa |
| Study programme | Study semester | Program level | Study course category | Lecturers | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sports science, SpZ | 6 | Bachelor’s | Required | Nadija Strazdiņa |
