Functional Limitations and Physical Exercises
Study Course Implementer
LSPA, Brīvības gatve 333, Riga, LV-1006
About Study Course
Objective
Provide basic knowledge of the concepts of disability and individual differences in functioning. Provide knowledge of theoretical models of disability/functional limitations, adaptations, modifications, terminological explanations of support collateral. Provide knowledge of adaptation, inclusion and teaching in adapted physical activity (PFA). Provide knowledge of the PFA’s long-term role in ensuring quality of life.
Preliminary Knowledge
Knowledge of basic principles of pedagogy and educational psychology, human anatomy and development. Skills to plan, implement and evaluate the learning process according to individual needs of learners. Competence to adapt physical activity to different target groups, choose appropriate learning and assessment methods, promote an inclusive learning environment and engage with learners, their families and other specialists.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Understand and explain comprehensive and sport-specific knowledge of the theoretical basics, legal relationships, methodological principles and approaches based on scientific literature of tailored physical exercise.
Individual work • Concept of disability and differences in individual functioning • Scientific theoretical models of functional limitations • Terminology of customizations, modifications, support provisions. • Adjusted physical activity and quality of life
2.Know and analyse the importance of support services, resources and environmental adaptations for the inclusion of learners in the sports and health learning process, as well as understand the principles of choosing individually tailored goals and teaching strategies.
3.Understand and analyse the possibilities for the implementation of adapted sports education in school sports education by evaluating the strengths and areas to be developed in the study programme in relation to the provision of inclusive sports education.
Individual work
Skills
1.Adapt the training process for sports and health education to learners with special educational needs by selecting and implementing training methods and means appropriate to individual needs.
Individual work • Adjustment levels for inclusion in custom physical activity (PFA)
2.Plan, organise and implement practical tasks of training independently and in cooperation with others, taking responsibility for the work result.
3.Assess the impact of human functional limitations on movement and physical ability using appropriate assessment methods and interpreting the results obtained.
Competences
1.Independently evaluate the mobility and physical abilities of students with special educational needs (SEN) by selecting and applying physical exercises, loads and teaching methods appropriate to individual needs.
Laboratory work cycle with individual protocols
Assessment
Individual work
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Individual work |
30.00% from total grade
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“Individual practical work” job description: Within the framework of individual practical work, the student independently analyses the impact of functional restrictions on a person’s quality of life, including development of theoretical justification, collection and compilation of data, interpretation of the acquired data and formulation of conclusions based on analysis of scientific literature and empirical data. Fulfilment conditions:
Evaluation criteria:
Rating scale: the work credited has been completed in full in accordance with the performance conditions, meets the requirements set, all stages of work have been carried out in a qualitative manner and the conclusions are reasonable. |
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Laboratory work cycle with individual protocols |
30.00% from total grade
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Test
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“Individual performance of the laboratory work cycle” within the framework of the independent work, each student shall individually process and analyse the results of the laboratory work, accurately document the results of the measurements, evaluate their compliance with the specified norms, interpret the acquired data and formulate reasoned conclusions based on the results obtained during the laboratory work. Fulfilment conditions:
Evaluation criteria:
Rating scale: The performance of the credited work is assessed with “credited”, if the student has completed all the tasks in accordance with the specified requirements and demonstrates an understanding of the results obtained, the analysis and interpretation of the results are correct, the conclusions are justified. |
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Examination
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Examination |
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Knowledge, skills and competences of students are assessed in five test works for which points are obtained.
1. Disability concept and individual functioning differences.
2. Scientific theoretical models of functional limitations.
3. Terminology of adaptations, modifications, support provisions.
4. Levels of adaptation for inclusion in APA.
5. APA and quality of life.
Skills and competences of students are assessed in one practical work (preparation of theoretical justification, collection and compilation of data, their interpretation and drawing up of conclusions corresponding to the data obtained regarding the impact of functional restrictions on parameters of the quality of life).
Students master skills: to prepare a theoretical justification of practical work in team work, to prepare a theoretical justification, collection and compilation of data, their interpretation and drawing up of conclusions corresponding to the data obtained regarding the impact of functional restrictions on parameters of the quality of life.
At the end of the study course, a differentiated assessment is provided based on the sum of points obtained without an additional examination. To get a positive assessment for the study course, the total points should sum up to at least 4.
Summative assessment of knowledge and competences in test works. All written test works must be passed.
If a student is absent or does not pass a test work, the test work must be retaken and passed. For a student to have a successful final assessment, he/she must have successfully written all three of the intended test works.
In laboratory work, students should fill the measurement protocol individually. Conclusions should be drawn on compliance of the results obtained with the standard, and they should be interpreted.
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2.
Concept of disability and differences in individual functioning |
5.00% from total grade
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Test
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Job description: The student demonstrates the ability to understand and analyse disability in a biopsychosocial context based on current laws and regulations and the International Classification of functioning, Disability and Health (SFK/ICF). Conditions of performance:
The colloquium contains various tasks:
Evaluation criteria:
Rating scale: A credited report shall be granted if the student has obtained at least 60% of the maximum score and demonstrates sufficient understanding of the concept of disability and differences in individual functioning. |
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Scientific theoretical models of functional limitations |
5.00% from total grade
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Test
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During the colloquium, students demonstrate the ability to explain the nature of different theoretical models, compare them, analyse their advantages and limitations, and justify their importance in professional practice. Fulfilment conditions:
Evaluation criteria:
Rating scale: A credited report shall be granted if the student has obtained at least 60% of the maximum score and demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of scientific theoretical models of functional limitations, is able to characterise, compare and reasonably apply them in professional activity situations. |
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Terminology of customizations, modifications, support provisions. |
10.00% from total grade
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Test
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The student demonstrates understanding of the terminology of adaptation, modification and support provision, its proper use and ability to distinguish related concepts in the professional context, interpretation of definitions, comparison of terms and application of terminology in practical situations. Fulfilment conditions:
Evaluation criteria:
Rating scale: A credited report shall be granted if the student has obtained at least 60% of the maximum score and has demonstrated sufficient understanding of the terminology of adaptations, modifications and support provision, has adequate use of basic concepts, is able to distinguish and apply them in practical situations. |
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Adjusted physical activity and quality of life |
10.00% from total grade
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Test
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Job description: The colloquium examines theoretical knowledge of the role of physical activity in promoting quality of life for different groups of society, principles of adjusted physical activity, their planning, implementation and impact on physical, psychological and social wellbeing, as well as the ability to analyse and apply acquired knowledge in practical situations. Fulfilment conditions:
Evaluation criteria:
Rating scale: A credited student demonstrates sufficient theoretical knowledge and understanding of adjusted physical activity, is able to reasonably analyse situations and use professional terminology correctly, reaching at least 60% of the maximum score. |
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Adjustment levels for inclusion in custom physical activity (PFA) |
10.00% from total grade
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Test
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Adjustment levels for inclusion in custom physical activity (PFA) job description: The purpose of the colloquium is to assess students’ knowledge and understanding of adjustment levels in the organisation of inclusive tailored physical activities. The student shall demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the levels of adaptation in the organisation of inclusive tailored physical activities, understanding and analysis of the types of different adaptations, their importance and application according to the individual needs of participants in order to ensure full participation in physical activities. Fulfilment conditions:
Evaluation criteria:
Rating scale: A credited student has demonstrated sufficient knowledge of adjustment levels, correctly explains their application, analyses situations and provides reasoned answers, reaching at least 60% of the maximum score. |
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Study Course Theme Plan
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Disability concept and individual functioning differences.
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Scientific theoretical models of functional limitations.
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Levels of adaptation for inclusion in APA.
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Correction of components of APA quality of life.
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Bibliography
Required Reading
Sherrill, C. (2004). Adapted physical activity, recreation, and sport. 6th ed. New York: McGraw Hill. Sherrill, C. (2004). Adapted physical activity, recreation, and sport. 6th ed. New York: McGraw Hill. (Part 1- Part 3)(akceptējams izdevums)
Winnick, J. P. & Porretta, D. (Eds.). (2022). Adapted physical education and sport. 7th ed. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics. (1.-355.)
Block, M. E. (2016). A teacher's guide to adapted physical education: Including students with disabilities in sports and recreation (4th ed.). Brookes Publishing. (55. -231.)
Additional Reading
Henderson, H., Lavay B., & French, R. (2016). Positive behavioral approaches in physicaleducation 2nd ed. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics. (3.-161.)
Reid G. (2015). The International Federation of Adapted Physical Activity: historical perspectives Part 1, Palaestra, Vol. 29, 4, p. 9-16.
Reid G. (2016). The International Federation of Adapted Physical Activity: Historical perspectives Part 2, Palaestra, Vol. 30, 1, p. 7-12.
McGinnis, P. (2013). Biomechanics of sport and exercise. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics. (Part 3)
Other Information Sources
Horvat, M., Kelly, L., Block, M., & Croce, R. (2018). Developmental and Adapted Physical Activity Assessment, 2nd Ed. With Web Resource, Human Kinetics (1.-229.)