Course

Inclusive Physical Activity

Faculty
Science & Technology
Department
Sport Science
Course Code
SPSC 3158
Credits
3.00
Semester Length
15 weeks
Max Class Size
30
Method(s) Of Instruction
Lecture
Course Designation
None
Industry Designation
None
Typically Offered
To be determined

Overview

Course Description
In this course students will examine historical and contemporary theories and models for inclusive physical activity and consider the implications of each in practice. Students will learn to assess, plan, and implement inclusive physical activity programs designed to meet the individual interests, abilities, and needs of all participants. Through this process, students will learn to assess and respond to context-related, person-related, and task-related factors. Using a Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework, students will explore successful strategies and practices in the creation of meaningful physical activity.
Course Content
  • Philosophy of inclusion and models of disability
    • Historical and contemporary approaches of (dis)ability
    • Language, terminology, and perspectives of inclusion 
  • Experiences of ‘disability’
    • Exposure to individual experiences 
    • Narratives of disability 
    • Simulations and accessibility audits
    • Parasports
  • Unique attributes of individuals
    • Intellectual disabilities
    • Behavioural disabilities
    • Developmental disorders
    • Learning disabilities
    • Neurodiversity
  • Approaches for inclusive physical activity
    • Self determination, humanism, and understanding of diversity
    • Experiential equity of participants; Rights of all to full participation
    • Personal choice, individualization, autonomy
    • Participation in decision making for activity
    • Emphasis on abilities 
    • Collaborative decision-making processes
  • Universal design for learning
    • Multiple means of engagement 
    • Multiple means of representation
    • Multiple means of action & expression
  • Barriers to physical activity
    • Context-related barriers 
    • Person-related barriers
    • Task-related barriers
  • Assessment for inclusive physical activity spaces
    • Purpose
    • Aims
    • Considerations
  • A functional approach for modifying movement experiences
    • Analysis and assessment of task requirements
    • Analysis and assessment of current capabilities of individual
    • Modification for alignment of task, environmental, and participant capabilities
    • Evaluating modification effectiveness
    • Application of theory and concepts in practice
  • Preparing and planning for inclusive physical activity
    • Curriculum theory and implementation
    • Curriculum and instructional planning
    • Preparing for curriculum implementation
    • Pedagogical considerations
    • Roles and collaborative practices 
Learning Activities
  • Case study (individual and group work)
  • Lecture
  • Discussion groups (small and large)
  • Practical application
  • Field observation and/or video observation
  • Self-study via print or online materials
  • Reading assignments
  • Online discussion groups
  • Experiential learning
Means of Assessment

Assessment will be in accordance with the Douglas College Evaluation Policy. The instructor will present a written course outline with specific evaluation criteria at the beginning of the semester. Evaluation will be based on the following:

Quizzes/Exams

0-25%

Application of learning (e.g. journals, forum discussions)

10-40%

Parasport assignment/Project

15-40%

Inclusive physical activity project

25-35%

Participation/professionalism

0-10%

Total

100%

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • identify issues surrounding the construct of disability over time;
  • describe current concepts and trends in inclusive physical activity and sport;
  • critically reflect and develop a professional philosophy of inclusion;
  • articulate and apply contemporary approaches around inclusive language;
  • describe the complexities of individual experiences within physical activity spaces;
  • analyze and respond to barriers that may limit inclusive physic activity;
  • identify sport and physical activity opportunities that respond to the dynamic capabilities and interests of all individuals;
  • analyze, prepare, plan, and implement physical activity programming that utilizes universal design for learning to include individuals with differing abilities.

 

Textbook Materials

Consult the Douglas College Bookstore for the latest required textbooks and materials. Example textbooks and materials may include:

Kasser, S.L., & Lytle, R.K. (Current Edition). Inclusive Physical Activity: A Lifetime of Opportunities. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.

Requisites

Prerequisites

60 credits, including SPSC 1103 and SPSC 1195 and SPSC 1164

Corequisites

No corequisite courses.

Equivalencies

No equivalent courses.

Course Guidelines

Course Guidelines for previous years are viewable by selecting the version desired. If you took this course and do not see a listing for the starting semester / year of the course, consider the previous version as the applicable version.

Course Transfers

These are for current course guidelines only. For a full list of archived courses please see https://www.bctransferguide.ca

Institution Transfer Details for SPSC 3158
Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) No credit
Thompson Rivers University (TRU) TRU PHED 2XXX (3)
University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) UFV KIN 465 (3)
University of Victoria (UVIC) UVIC EPHE 445 (1.5)

Course Offerings

Summer 2024