Exercise and physical activity for people with intellectual disabilities

Recommended Prerequisites

NA

Teaching Methods

Module 5B is split into three sub-modules and various themes. The transition between the sub-modules is done freely, although for each sub-module there is a schedule with specific dates and activities. Module 5B has a duration of 42 days, with an estimated average 2h30h work / daily dedication to the contents of the module. Module 5B activities promote the individual study and reflection as well as collaborative work, assuming that the student will investigate and reflect on the contents and materials available in the platform.

Learning Outcomes

The curricular unit promotes theoretical and practical scientific knowledge for ​​intervention with individuals with intellectual disabilities and to develop students ability to plan and implement programs and recreational sport activities adjusted to the specific needs of this population.

 

A7. Meet and review policies from education and sports organizations that are active in recreational physical activity, sport, tourism and motor, psychological and social rehabilitation activities;

A10. Knowing the problem of physical inactivity in contemporary society, risk factors for health and well-being and major policies to combat sedentary lifestyles;

A11. Knowing the fundamentals that support the policies for integration of citizens with special needs from the full integration point of view in different educational, professional and socio-cultural settings.

Work Placement(s)

No

Syllabus

• Sub module 5B.1 - Characterization of intellectual disability

Theme 5B.1.1 | Definition, profile, etiology, classification, levels of support

Theme 5B.1.2 | The particular case of Down's syndrome

Theme 5B.1.3 | The affections in Intellectual Disabilities

• Sub module 5b.2 - Adapted physical activity in young people with intellectual disabilities

Theme 5B.2.1 | Pedagogical Strategies and Principles of Adaptation of Games and Activities

• Sub module 5B.3 - Intellectual Disability and sport

Theme 5B.3.1 | Eligibility Criteria in Intellectual Disabilities

Theme 5B.3.2 | World and National Context - INAS-FID; Special Olympics; ANDDI

Head Lecturer(s)

Maria João Carvalheiro Campos

Assessment Methods

Assessement
Module 5B assessment and supervised study activities is provides with specific submission dates. All activities are mandatory, but only the assessment activities are of summative nature, accounted for the final classification of the module and course. : 100.0%

Bibliography

(1) Mactavish, J. & Dowds, M. (2003). Physical activity and sport for individuals with intellectual disability. In R.D. Steadward, G.D. Wheeler, & E.J. Watkinson (Eds.), Adapted Physical Activity (pp. 559-587). Alberta: University of Alberta Press.

 (2) Pitetti, K.H., Rimmer, J.H., & Fernhall, B. (1993). Physical fitness and adults with mental retardation: An overview of current research and future directions. Sports Medicine, 16, 23-56.

(3) Chanias, A.K., Reid, G., & Hoover, M.L. (1998). Exercise effects on health-related physical fitness of individuals with an intellectual disability: A meta-analysis. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 15, 119-140.

(4) Fernhall, B. (1997). Mental Retardation. In American College of Sports Medicine (Eds.), Exercise management for persons with chronic diseases and disabilities (pp. 221-225). Champaign, Il: Human Kinetics Publishers