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So what is adapted physical education?

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This means that physical education needs to be provided to the student with a disability as part of the special education services that child and family receive. Instead, adapted physical education is in addition to the general physical education class. 1402 (25)].

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Evidence Based Practices In Education

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” – Vanderbilt University – Special Education Resource Project Long story short, education research leads to research findings that use data and evidence to show the effectiveness of a teaching strategy. Many people use the five components of physical fitness to help drive the goals of physical education.

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Practical strategies physical educators can use when teaching children with Autism

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For example, routinely ask that the student help put equipment away, or sit in a designated spot with their squad, or even a calming routine such as lying down, breathing exercises or stretching (Groft-Jones & Block, 2006). These routine activities help make transitions easier for our students with ASD.

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Invisible Disabilities

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Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy is a form of exercise-based physical treatment that can improve balance and posture to alleviate symptoms of dizziness. There is no approved medical treatment for chronic fatigue, but many individuals benefit from counseling, dietary changes, sleep routine changes, and exercising ( , Mayo Clinic ).

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Adapted Physical Education – The Call For Inclusion

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Alex has an undergraduate degree in Physical Education Teaching and a master’s degree in Curriculum and Teaching in Physical Education. He has taught physical education at preschool, elementary, and high school levels and courses related to exercise science, coaching, health, and wellness at the university level.