Module Details

Module Code: SPOR H7015
Full Title: Adapted Physical Activities
Valid From:: Semester 1 - 2019/20 ( June 2019 )
Language of Instruction: 
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits:: 5
Module Owner:: David Cranny
Departments: Unknown
Module Description: no description provided
 
Module Learning Outcome
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Module Learning Outcome Description
MLO1 Identify the etiology and associated conditions of a broad spectrum of disabilities and understand their implications on the planning and implementation of physical activity, sport and exercise for this cohort.
MLO2 Explain Adapted Physical Activity theory and recognise the importance of applying adaptation variables to allow for inclusion in physical activity, sport and exercise.
MLO3 Apply the principles of exercise prescription to people with disabilities using evidence based adapted physical activity theory.
MLO4 Effectively communicate and coach individuals with disabilities in a manner that allows the utmost respect, dignity and empowerment of the individuals within this cohort.
MLO5 Critically analyse societal perceptions of disability, models of disability and legislation relating to people with disabilities
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named DkIT module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
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Module Indicative Content
Adapted Physical activity
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Intellectual Disabilities
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Physical Disabilities
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Types of Intellectual Disability
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Types of Physical Disabilities
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Visual Impairments
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Hearing Impairments
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Perceptions of people with disabilities
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Legislation for people with disabilities
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Module Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Course Work100.00%
Module Special Regulation
 

Assessments

Full-time

Course Work
Assessment Type Reflective Journal % of Total Mark 30
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing Every Week Learning Outcome 1,2,5
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Students must write short weekly reflections based on their experiences in the practical sessions and linked to literature surrounding perceptions of disability, models of disability and legislation relating to disability.
Assessment Type Portfolio % of Total Mark 30
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing End of Year Learning Outcome 1,2,5
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Students will compile a portfolio of the session plans implemented in practical sessions and will link literature theories and research to to practice in introduction and evaluation chapters.
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 40
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing n/a Learning Outcome 2,3,4
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
In pairs students will run one practical physical activity, sports or exercise sessions for an outside group of children and adults with intellectual disabilities. The students will be assessed on their planning, implementation and organisation of these sessions.
No Final Examination

Part-time

Course Work
Assessment Type Reflective Journal % of Total Mark 30
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing Every Week Learning Outcome 1,2,5
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Students must write short weekly reflections based on their experiences in the practical sessions and linked to literature surrounding perceptions of disability, models of disability and legislation relating to disability.
Assessment Type Portfolio % of Total Mark 30
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcome 1,2,5
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Students will compile a portfolio of the session plans implemented in practical sessions and will link literature theories and research to to practice in introduction and evaluation chapters.
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 40
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing n/a Learning Outcome 2,3,4
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
In pairs students will run one practical physical activity, sports or exercise sessions for an outside group of children and adults with intellectual disabilities. The students will be assessed on their planning, implementation and organisation of these sessions.
No Final Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Reattendance
The assessment of this module is inextricably linked to the delivery. Therefore reassessment on this module will require the student to reattend (i.e. retake) the module in its entirety.

DKIT reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full-time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Theory Class Every Week 1.00 1
Practical Contact Student Led Practical Sessions Every Week 2.00 2
Independent Study Non Contact Preparation of Assessment Materials Every Week 3.00 3
Directed Reading Non Contact Recommending Reading Prior to Theory Class Every Week 2.00 2
Total Weekly Learner Workload 8.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
Workload: Part-time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Theory Class Every Week 1.00 1
Practical Contact Student Led Practical Session Every Week 2.00 2
Independent Study Non Contact Preparation of Assessment Materials Every Week 3.00 3
Directed Reading Non Contact Recommending Reading Prior to Theory Class Every Week 2.00 2
Total Weekly Learner Workload 8.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
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