Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)

Course Description Status: Approved

Course Description Version: 26/27.R.2.00

Description Period: 2026./27 academic year rudens semestris

Study Course Accepted: -

Study Course Description

Inclusive and Special Sports Education

Main Study Course Information

Course Code
LSPA_201
Branch of Science
Health sciences
ECTS
6.00
Target Audience
Pedagogy; Sports Trainer
LQF
Level 6
Study Type And Form
Full-Time; Part-Time

Study Course Implementer

Course Supervisor
Inta Bula-Biteniece
Structure Unit Manager
Uģis Ciematnieks
Structural Unit
Department of Sports Theory
Contacts

LSPA, Brīvības gatve 333, Riga, LV-1006

About Study Course

Objective

To promote acquisition of such inclusive sports education study experience by future specialists, which promotes the implementation of an inclusive educational environment and prepares specialists for the achievement of individual educational objectives of students with special educational needs.

Preliminary Knowledge

The student is familiar with the basic principles of pedagogy, educational psychology and sports pedagogy, understands the planning, implementation and evaluation of the learning process in sports education. Is able to plan and organise the sports learning process according to the age and individual needs of pupils using different learning methods and information and communication technologies. Understands the health effects of human anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, sports medicine and physical activity, as well as is familiar with the principles of safe physical activity organisation. Be able to cooperate with students, colleagues and other stakeholders in accordance with the principles of professional ethics, as well as analyse and reflect on their pedagogical activities using knowledge and skills acquired in pedagogical practice and research.

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge

1.Describes the principles and strategies for adapting the content of the curriculum, as well as the principles for planning, implementing, evaluating, interappraising and modifying the teaching process of an inclusive sports class.

Individual work and tests

Examination • Theory of inclusive sports education

2.Describes the diversity of specific educational needs of pupils, including movement, cognitive, social, behavioural and communication needs, as well as their impact on participation in sports education.

Individual work and tests

Theory of inclusive sports education • Examination

3.Explains the importance of critical thinking and holistic approach in tailored physical activities, setting measurable goals for pupils with special educational needs and evaluating tailored sports education programmes.

Individual work and tests

Examination • Theory of inclusive sports education • Content of custom physical activity apps • Student-centered approach to tailored physical activity

4.Describes the principles of interdisciplinary cooperation in inclusive sports education and the role of various specialists, including health and rehabilitation specialists, in supporting pupils with special educational needs.

Individual work and tests

Interdisciplinary cooperation in inclusive education • Examination

Skills

1.Assess students’ individual needs and functional capacities using appropriate assessment methods and develop an individual education plan for sports education.

Individual work and tests

Content of custom physical activity apps • Student-centered approach to tailored physical activity

2.Plan the training process for tailored sports education by preparing individual sports education plans for students with special educational needs and selecting appropriate communication strategies.

Individual work and tests

Interdisciplinary cooperation in inclusive education • Student-centered approach to tailored physical activity • Content of custom physical activity apps

3.Tailor-made teaching and support strategies shall be applied in cooperation with healthcare and rehabilitation professionals in the development and implementation of the individual education plan.

4.Cooperate with parents or guardians of pupils, educational institution specialists and non-governmental organisations to promote the inclusion of pupils with special educational needs in sports education.

Individual work and tests

Interdisciplinary cooperation in inclusive education

Competences

1.Plan inclusive sports lessons by selecting safe and appropriate learning, behavioural management and motivation strategies according to students’ individual needs.

Individual work and tests

Student-centered approach to tailored physical activity

2.Develop professional interdisciplinary cooperation and develop teaching and support strategies to ensure a high quality and inclusive sports education process for pupils with special educational needs

Individual work and tests

Examination

Assessment

Individual work

Title
% from total grade
Grade
1.

Theory of inclusive sports education
20.00% from total grade
10 points

Job description: The student shall independently acquire the theoretical foundations of inclusive sports education, including the principles of adjusted theory of physical activity, legal regulation of special and inclusive education in Latvia, international and national regulatory documents of sports education, as well as analyse obstacles to inclusive education, contributing factors and the process of inclusion in sports education. Within the framework of the independent work, ecological analysis of the inclusion process in sports education is carried out.

Conditions of performance: The work shall be individually developed using the theory, laws and regulations and scientific literature acquired in the study course. The student shall prepare an ecological analysis of the inclusion process in sports education.

Assessment parameters and criteria: Assess the use of theoretical knowledge in determining whether the theoretical principles of adjusted physical activity, the legal framework for inclusive education and the laws and regulations of sports education are correctly characterised. Assess the quality of the ecological analysis in determining whether the most relevant factors influencing inclusion are identified, the conclusions are valid and based on scientific literature. The accuracy of the use of professional terminology, the structure of the work and the conformity of the design with the requirements shall be evaluated.
2.

Content of custom physical activity apps
20.00% from total grade
10 points

Job description: The student analyses the content of customised physical activity programmes, learns the principles of planning the inclusive sports lesson and adjusting the learning process, approaches to critical thinking in customised physical activities and develops three practical works on formulating measurable goals for students with special educational needs.

Fulfilment conditions: The work must be designed individually. The student prepares three practical works in which measurable learning goals are developed for different groups of pupils with special educational needs.

Assessment parameters and criteria: assess the quality of the formulation of learning objectives by determining whether they are measurable, achievable and appropriate to students’ individual needs. Evaluates the validity of inclusive sports lesson planning by determining whether the selected modifications and adjustments to the learning process correspond to the situation. Evaluate the use of the critical thinking approach, the validity of the conclusions, the use of professional terminology and the conformity of the design of the work with the requirements.
3.

Student-centered approach to tailored physical activity
20.00% from total grade
10 points

Job description: The student shall analyse the significance of the student-centred approach in tailored physical activities, evaluate the levels of inclusion and support (LRE), as well as develop practical work on the planning of objectives and tasks in tailored physical activities.

Conditions of performance: The work shall be individually developed using the theoretical knowledge and scientific literature acquired in the study course. The student shall develop practical work on evaluation of inclusion levels and planning of objectives.

Assessment parameters and criteria: assess the validity of the assessment of the inclusion levels by determining whether the situation analysis has been carried out correctly and the conclusions are based on theoretical reasoning. Assess the quality of the planning of objectives and tasks by determining whether they meet the individual needs of pupils and the principles of tailored physical activity. Evaluates the quality of the reasoning, the use of professional terminology, the structure and presentation of the work.
4.

Interdisciplinary cooperation in inclusive education
20.00% from total grade
10 points

Job description: The student shall analyse the importance of interdisciplinary co-operation in inclusive sports education, evaluate the principles of co-operation with health care and rehabilitation specialists, sports and recreational organisations, parents or guardians and non-governmental organisations, as well as develop practical work on organising co-operation in support of pupils with special educational needs.

Conditions of performance: The work shall be individually developed using scientific literature, regulatory documents and theoretical knowledge acquired in the study course. The student shall prepare the practical work regarding the organisation of interdisciplinary co-operation.

Evaluation parameters and criteria: assess the quality of the analysis of interdisciplinary cooperation by determining whether the functions and principles of cooperation of the specialists involved are properly characterised. Assess the validity of the proposed cooperation solutions by determining whether they are suitable for supporting pupils with special educational needs. Assess the reasonableness of the conclusions, the accuracy of the use of professional terminology and the conformity of the design of the work with the requirements.

Examination

Title
% from total grade
Grade
1.

Examination
20.00% from total grade
10 points

Job description: a student shall take an individual examination in which the knowledge, skills and competences acquired in the study course regarding inclusive and special sports education are demonstrated in an integrated manner. The examination shall include theoretical questions and analysis of situations regarding the planning of the inclusive sports class, the organisation of adjusted physical activities, the adaptation of the learning process to pupils with special educational needs and the use of principles of interdisciplinary cooperation in professional activities.

The parameters and criteria of the evaluation shall be: The conformity of written answers with examination questions, accuracy of theoretical knowledge and correct use of professional terminology shall be evaluated.

Assess the performance of the situation analysis tasks by determining whether the proposed solution is appropriate to the situation described, justified and based on the principles of inclusive sports education.

Evaluates the validity of the conclusions, the logic of the solutions and the ability to justify the pedagogical solutions chosen.

Study Course Theme Plan

FULL-TIME
Part 1

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Theoretical basics of inclusive sports education
Description

The theoretical principles of adjusted physical activity, the basic principles of special and inclusive education, the characterisation of pupils with special educational needs, as well as the Latvian and international regulatory framework for the implementation of inclusive sports education have been discussed.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Theoretical basics of inclusive sports education
Description

The theoretical principles of adjusted physical activity, the basic principles of special and inclusive education, the characterisation of pupils with special educational needs, as well as the Latvian and international regulatory framework for the implementation of inclusive sports education have been discussed.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Theoretical basics of inclusive sports education
Description

The theoretical principles of adjusted physical activity, the basic principles of special and inclusive education, the characterisation of pupils with special educational needs, as well as the Latvian and international regulatory framework for the implementation of inclusive sports education have been discussed.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Theoretical basics of inclusive sports education
Description

The theoretical principles of adjusted physical activity, the basic principles of special and inclusive education, the characterisation of pupils with special educational needs, as well as the Latvian and international regulatory framework for the implementation of inclusive sports education have been discussed.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Inclusion process in sports education
Description

The obstacles and contributing factors of inclusive sport education, principles for the organisation of the inclusion process and the creation of a safe, supportive learning environment for pupils with special educational needs have been analysed.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Inclusion process in sports education
Description

The obstacles and contributing factors of inclusive sport education, principles for the organisation of the inclusion process and the creation of a safe, supportive learning environment for pupils with special educational needs have been analysed.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Inclusion process in sports education
Description

The obstacles and contributing factors of inclusive sport education, principles for the organisation of the inclusion process and the creation of a safe, supportive learning environment for pupils with special educational needs have been analysed.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Inclusion process in sports education
Description

The obstacles and contributing factors of inclusive sport education, principles for the organisation of the inclusion process and the creation of a safe, supportive learning environment for pupils with special educational needs have been analysed.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Inclusion process in sports education
Description

The obstacles and contributing factors of inclusive sport education, principles for the organisation of the inclusion process and the creation of a safe, supportive learning environment for pupils with special educational needs have been analysed.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Planning of customised physical activity programmes and evaluation of pupils’ learning achievements
Description

The principles for the development of customised physical activity programmes, inclusive sports lesson planning, formulation of learning objectives, assessment of pupils’ learning achievements, cross-assessment and assessment of individual needs are discussed.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Planning of customised physical activity programmes and evaluation of pupils’ learning achievements
Description

The principles for the development of customised physical activity programmes, inclusive sports lesson planning, formulation of learning objectives, assessment of pupils’ learning achievements, cross-assessment and assessment of individual needs are discussed.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Planning of customised physical activity programmes and evaluation of pupils’ learning achievements
Description

The principles for the development of customised physical activity programmes, inclusive sports lesson planning, formulation of learning objectives, assessment of pupils’ learning achievements, cross-assessment and assessment of individual needs are discussed.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Planning of customised physical activity programmes and evaluation of pupils’ learning achievements
Description

The principles for the development of customised physical activity programmes, inclusive sports lesson planning, formulation of learning objectives, assessment of pupils’ learning achievements, cross-assessment and assessment of individual needs are discussed.
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
2.00
Contact hours:
26 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test (Semester)
Part 2

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Adaptation of the learning process and methodologies
Description

The modification and adaptation of the learning process for students with special educational needs, the use of technical aids and tailored sporting equipment, a critical thinking approach to tailored physical activities and the choice of appropriate teaching methods are discussed.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Adaptation of the learning process and methodologies
Description

The modification and adaptation of the learning process for students with special educational needs, the use of technical aids and tailored sporting equipment, a critical thinking approach to tailored physical activities and the choice of appropriate teaching methods are discussed.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Adaptation of the learning process and methodologies
Description

The modification and adaptation of the learning process for students with special educational needs, the use of technical aids and tailored sporting equipment, a critical thinking approach to tailored physical activities and the choice of appropriate teaching methods are discussed.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Adaptation of the learning process and methodologies
Description

The modification and adaptation of the learning process for students with special educational needs, the use of technical aids and tailored sporting equipment, a critical thinking approach to tailored physical activities and the choice of appropriate teaching methods are discussed.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Adaptation of the learning process and methodologies
Description

The modification and adaptation of the learning process for students with special educational needs, the use of technical aids and tailored sporting equipment, a critical thinking approach to tailored physical activities and the choice of appropriate teaching methods are discussed.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Adaptation of the learning process and methodologies
Description

The modification and adaptation of the learning process for students with special educational needs, the use of technical aids and tailored sporting equipment, a critical thinking approach to tailored physical activities and the choice of appropriate teaching methods are discussed.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Adaptation of the learning process and methodologies
Description

The modification and adaptation of the learning process for students with special educational needs, the use of technical aids and tailored sporting equipment, a critical thinking approach to tailored physical activities and the choice of appropriate teaching methods are discussed.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Adaptation of the learning process and methodologies
Description

The modification and adaptation of the learning process for students with special educational needs, the use of technical aids and tailored sporting equipment, a critical thinking approach to tailored physical activities and the choice of appropriate teaching methods are discussed.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Adaptation of the learning process and methodologies
Description

The modification and adaptation of the learning process for students with special educational needs, the use of technical aids and tailored sporting equipment, a critical thinking approach to tailored physical activities and the choice of appropriate teaching methods are discussed.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Adaptation of the learning process and methodologies
Description

The modification and adaptation of the learning process for students with special educational needs, the use of technical aids and tailored sporting equipment, a critical thinking approach to tailored physical activities and the choice of appropriate teaching methods are discussed.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Adaptation of the learning process and methodologies
Description

The modification and adaptation of the learning process for students with special educational needs, the use of technical aids and tailored sporting equipment, a critical thinking approach to tailored physical activities and the choice of appropriate teaching methods are discussed.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Adaptation of the learning process and methodologies
Description

The modification and adaptation of the learning process for students with special educational needs, the use of technical aids and tailored sporting equipment, a critical thinking approach to tailored physical activities and the choice of appropriate teaching methods are discussed.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Student-centered approach to tailored physical activity
Description

A student-centred and holistic approach to tailored physical activity, planning physical activity goals and tasks, evaluating inclusion and support levels (LREs), and tailoring physical activity to students’ individual needs are all discussed.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Student-centered approach to tailored physical activity
Description

A student-centred and holistic approach to tailored physical activity, planning physical activity goals and tasks, evaluating inclusion and support levels (LREs), and tailoring physical activity to students’ individual needs are all discussed.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Student-centered approach to tailored physical activity
Description

A student-centred and holistic approach to tailored physical activity, planning physical activity goals and tasks, evaluating inclusion and support levels (LREs), and tailoring physical activity to students’ individual needs are all discussed.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Student-centered approach to tailored physical activity
Description

A student-centred and holistic approach to tailored physical activity, planning physical activity goals and tasks, evaluating inclusion and support levels (LREs), and tailoring physical activity to students’ individual needs are all discussed.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Student-centered approach to tailored physical activity
Description

A student-centred and holistic approach to tailored physical activity, planning physical activity goals and tasks, evaluating inclusion and support levels (LREs), and tailoring physical activity to students’ individual needs are all discussed.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Interdisciplinary cooperation in inclusive sports education
Description

Cooperation with healthcare and rehabilitation professionals, sports and recreational organisations, parents or guardians of pupils and non-governmental organisations is under consideration. by providing support to pupils with special educational needs in sports education.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Interdisciplinary cooperation in inclusive sports education
Description

Cooperation with healthcare and rehabilitation professionals, sports and recreational organisations, parents or guardians of pupils and non-governmental organisations is under consideration. by providing support to pupils with special educational needs in sports education.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Interdisciplinary cooperation in inclusive sports education
Description

Cooperation with healthcare and rehabilitation professionals, sports and recreational organisations, parents or guardians of pupils and non-governmental organisations is under consideration. by providing support to pupils with special educational needs in sports education.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Interdisciplinary cooperation in inclusive sports education
Description

Cooperation with healthcare and rehabilitation professionals, sports and recreational organisations, parents or guardians of pupils and non-governmental organisations is under consideration. by providing support to pupils with special educational needs in sports education.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Interdisciplinary cooperation in inclusive sports education
Description

Cooperation with healthcare and rehabilitation professionals, sports and recreational organisations, parents or guardians of pupils and non-governmental organisations is under consideration. by providing support to pupils with special educational needs in sports education.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Interdisciplinary cooperation in inclusive sports education
Description

Cooperation with healthcare and rehabilitation professionals, sports and recreational organisations, parents or guardians of pupils and non-governmental organisations is under consideration. by providing support to pupils with special educational needs in sports education.
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
4.00
Contact hours:
46 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
PART-TIME
Part 1

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Theoretical basics of inclusive sports education
Description

The theoretical principles of adjusted physical activity, the basic principles of special and inclusive education, the characterisation of pupils with special educational needs, as well as the Latvian and international regulatory framework for the implementation of inclusive sports education have been discussed.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Theoretical basics of inclusive sports education
Description

The theoretical principles of adjusted physical activity, the basic principles of special and inclusive education, the characterisation of pupils with special educational needs, as well as the Latvian and international regulatory framework for the implementation of inclusive sports education have been discussed.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Theoretical basics of inclusive sports education
Description

The theoretical principles of adjusted physical activity, the basic principles of special and inclusive education, the characterisation of pupils with special educational needs, as well as the Latvian and international regulatory framework for the implementation of inclusive sports education have been discussed.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Theoretical basics of inclusive sports education
Description

The theoretical principles of adjusted physical activity, the basic principles of special and inclusive education, the characterisation of pupils with special educational needs, as well as the Latvian and international regulatory framework for the implementation of inclusive sports education have been discussed.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Inclusion process in sports education
Description

The obstacles and contributing factors of inclusive sport education, principles for the organisation of the inclusion process and the creation of a safe, supportive learning environment for pupils with special educational needs have been analysed.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Inclusion process in sports education
Description

The obstacles and contributing factors of inclusive sport education, principles for the organisation of the inclusion process and the creation of a safe, supportive learning environment for pupils with special educational needs have been analysed.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Inclusion process in sports education
Description

The obstacles and contributing factors of inclusive sport education, principles for the organisation of the inclusion process and the creation of a safe, supportive learning environment for pupils with special educational needs have been analysed.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Inclusion process in sports education
Description

The obstacles and contributing factors of inclusive sport education, principles for the organisation of the inclusion process and the creation of a safe, supportive learning environment for pupils with special educational needs have been analysed.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Inclusion process in sports education
Description

The obstacles and contributing factors of inclusive sport education, principles for the organisation of the inclusion process and the creation of a safe, supportive learning environment for pupils with special educational needs have been analysed.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Planning of customised physical activity programmes and evaluation of pupils’ learning achievements
Description

The principles for the development of customised physical activity programmes, inclusive sports lesson planning, formulation of learning objectives, assessment of pupils’ learning achievements, cross-assessment and assessment of individual needs are discussed.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Planning of customised physical activity programmes and evaluation of pupils’ learning achievements
Description

The principles for the development of customised physical activity programmes, inclusive sports lesson planning, formulation of learning objectives, assessment of pupils’ learning achievements, cross-assessment and assessment of individual needs are discussed.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Planning of customised physical activity programmes and evaluation of pupils’ learning achievements
Description

The principles for the development of customised physical activity programmes, inclusive sports lesson planning, formulation of learning objectives, assessment of pupils’ learning achievements, cross-assessment and assessment of individual needs are discussed.
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
2.00
Contact hours:
24 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test (Semester)
Part 2

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Adaptation of the learning process and methodologies
Description

The modification and adaptation of the learning process for students with special educational needs, the use of technical aids and tailored sporting equipment, a critical thinking approach to tailored physical activities and the choice of appropriate teaching methods are discussed.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Adaptation of the learning process and methodologies
Description

The modification and adaptation of the learning process for students with special educational needs, the use of technical aids and tailored sporting equipment, a critical thinking approach to tailored physical activities and the choice of appropriate teaching methods are discussed.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Adaptation of the learning process and methodologies
Description

The modification and adaptation of the learning process for students with special educational needs, the use of technical aids and tailored sporting equipment, a critical thinking approach to tailored physical activities and the choice of appropriate teaching methods are discussed.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Adaptation of the learning process and methodologies
Description

The modification and adaptation of the learning process for students with special educational needs, the use of technical aids and tailored sporting equipment, a critical thinking approach to tailored physical activities and the choice of appropriate teaching methods are discussed.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Adaptation of the learning process and methodologies
Description

The modification and adaptation of the learning process for students with special educational needs, the use of technical aids and tailored sporting equipment, a critical thinking approach to tailored physical activities and the choice of appropriate teaching methods are discussed.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Adaptation of the learning process and methodologies
Description

The modification and adaptation of the learning process for students with special educational needs, the use of technical aids and tailored sporting equipment, a critical thinking approach to tailored physical activities and the choice of appropriate teaching methods are discussed.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Adaptation of the learning process and methodologies
Description

The modification and adaptation of the learning process for students with special educational needs, the use of technical aids and tailored sporting equipment, a critical thinking approach to tailored physical activities and the choice of appropriate teaching methods are discussed.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Adaptation of the learning process and methodologies
Description

The modification and adaptation of the learning process for students with special educational needs, the use of technical aids and tailored sporting equipment, a critical thinking approach to tailored physical activities and the choice of appropriate teaching methods are discussed.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Adaptation of the learning process and methodologies
Description

The modification and adaptation of the learning process for students with special educational needs, the use of technical aids and tailored sporting equipment, a critical thinking approach to tailored physical activities and the choice of appropriate teaching methods are discussed.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Adaptation of the learning process and methodologies
Description

The modification and adaptation of the learning process for students with special educational needs, the use of technical aids and tailored sporting equipment, a critical thinking approach to tailored physical activities and the choice of appropriate teaching methods are discussed.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Adaptation of the learning process and methodologies
Description

The modification and adaptation of the learning process for students with special educational needs, the use of technical aids and tailored sporting equipment, a critical thinking approach to tailored physical activities and the choice of appropriate teaching methods are discussed.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Adaptation of the learning process and methodologies
Description

The modification and adaptation of the learning process for students with special educational needs, the use of technical aids and tailored sporting equipment, a critical thinking approach to tailored physical activities and the choice of appropriate teaching methods are discussed.
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
2.00
Contact hours:
24 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test (Semester)
Part 3

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Student-centered approach to tailored physical activity
Description

A student-centred and holistic approach to tailored physical activity, planning physical activity goals and tasks, evaluating inclusion and support levels (LREs), and tailoring physical activity to students’ individual needs are all discussed.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Student-centered approach to tailored physical activity
Description

A student-centred and holistic approach to tailored physical activity, planning physical activity goals and tasks, evaluating inclusion and support levels (LREs), and tailoring physical activity to students’ individual needs are all discussed.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Student-centered approach to tailored physical activity
Description

A student-centred and holistic approach to tailored physical activity, planning physical activity goals and tasks, evaluating inclusion and support levels (LREs), and tailoring physical activity to students’ individual needs are all discussed.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Student-centered approach to tailored physical activity
Description

A student-centred and holistic approach to tailored physical activity, planning physical activity goals and tasks, evaluating inclusion and support levels (LREs), and tailoring physical activity to students’ individual needs are all discussed.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Student-centered approach to tailored physical activity
Description

A student-centred and holistic approach to tailored physical activity, planning physical activity goals and tasks, evaluating inclusion and support levels (LREs), and tailoring physical activity to students’ individual needs are all discussed.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Student-centered approach to tailored physical activity
Description

A student-centred and holistic approach to tailored physical activity, planning physical activity goals and tasks, evaluating inclusion and support levels (LREs), and tailoring physical activity to students’ individual needs are all discussed.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Interdisciplinary cooperation in inclusive sports education
Description

Cooperation with healthcare and rehabilitation professionals, sports and recreational organisations, parents or guardians of pupils and non-governmental organisations is under consideration. by providing support to pupils with special educational needs in sports education.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Interdisciplinary cooperation in inclusive sports education
Description

Cooperation with healthcare and rehabilitation professionals, sports and recreational organisations, parents or guardians of pupils and non-governmental organisations is under consideration. by providing support to pupils with special educational needs in sports education.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Interdisciplinary cooperation in inclusive sports education
Description

Cooperation with healthcare and rehabilitation professionals, sports and recreational organisations, parents or guardians of pupils and non-governmental organisations is under consideration. by providing support to pupils with special educational needs in sports education.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Interdisciplinary cooperation in inclusive sports education
Description

Cooperation with healthcare and rehabilitation professionals, sports and recreational organisations, parents or guardians of pupils and non-governmental organisations is under consideration. by providing support to pupils with special educational needs in sports education.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Interdisciplinary cooperation in inclusive sports education
Description

Cooperation with healthcare and rehabilitation professionals, sports and recreational organisations, parents or guardians of pupils and non-governmental organisations is under consideration. by providing support to pupils with special educational needs in sports education.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Interdisciplinary cooperation in inclusive sports education
Description

Cooperation with healthcare and rehabilitation professionals, sports and recreational organisations, parents or guardians of pupils and non-governmental organisations is under consideration. by providing support to pupils with special educational needs in sports education.
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
2.00
Contact hours:
24 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam

Bibliography

Required Reading

1.

Winnick, J. P. & Porretta, D. (Eds.). (2017). Adapted physical education and sport (6th ed.). Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.

2.

Block, M. E. (2016). Including students with disabilities in physical education. New York, NY: McGraw Hill.Suitable for English stream

3.

Kļaviņa, A. (2007). Iekļauj Mani. Rokasgrāmata bērnu ar invaliditāti iekļaušanai sporta nodarbībās. Jelgavas Tipogrāfija, 88lpp.

4.

Kļaviņa, A. (2014). Pielāgotā sporta izglītība skolā. LSPA, 78lpp.

Additional Reading

1.

Lieberman, L. J. (2007). Paraeducators in physical education: A training guide to roles and responsibilities. Reston, VA: American Association of Physical Activity and Recreation (AAPAR).

2.

Block, M., E. (2016). A teacher’s guide to including children with disabilities in general physical education (4rd ed.).

Other Information Sources

1.

Horvat, M., Kelly, L., Block, M., & Croce, R. (2018) Developmental and Adapted Physical Activity Assessment, 2nd Ed. With Web Resource, Human Kinetics

2.

UNESCO (2020). Global Education Monitoring Report: Inclusion and Education.

3.

WHO (2022). Global report on health equity for persons with disabilities.