LCSH
Physical education for children; Autism spectrum disorders in children--Treatment; Behavior therapy for children--United States; Recreational therapy for children
Abstract
Physical activity provides all people, including those with disabilities, with many physical, mental, and social benefits. Participation in a physical education class at school is very important for students with disabilities, not only to reap the physical benefits but also to help build an identity, confidence, friendships, and to feel success. This project was to provide an educational guidebook and one-on-one training for a general education P.E. teacher who has volunteered to teach a pull out class of high school students with an Autism Spectrum Disorder or severe learning disability. The educational guidebook provided an overview of the legislation impacting special education, the benefits of physical activity, modifications to teaching style, the environment, and the activities. The teacher was educated on the modifications as well as given a template to aid in modifying other physical activities.
First Advisor
Kari Tanta, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA
Second Advisor
Lucretia A. Berg, MSOT, OTR/L
Third Advisor
George S. Tomlin, PhD, OTR/L
Date of Completion
Spring 2012
Degree Type
Thesis
Format
URI
http://soundideas.pugetsound.edu/ms_occ_therapy/58
Language
English
Rights
Degree Name
Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT)
Date of Award
4-1-2012
Department
Occupational Therapy
Institution
University of Puget Sound
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