MOVP 0311 - Adaptive Physical Education

Institution:

Westfield State University

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Description:

The course will cover scientific techniques used in assessment, identification, skill analysis and program implementation for special needs students. Consideration will be given to characteristics, needs and related problems associated with conditions such as retardation, learning disabilities, behavioral disorders, orthopedic disabilities, visual and hearing impairment, chronic illnesses, bilingual and multicultural problems of children and their integration into physical education programs. Special attention will be given to the impact of federal and state regulations as they relate to adapted and mainstreamed physical education. Twenty (20) hours of field work required. Prerequisite: MOVP 0203.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.westfield.ma.edu/student-consumer-information

Phone Number:

(413) 572-5300

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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