Human Kinetics and Recreation for the Physical Handicapped Children
- Education
- 400 level
- 2 credit units
- 156 pages
- 15 units
This course involves an in-depth exploration of human kinetics and recreation for physically handicapped children. It covers the nature and special needs of this population within school and societal contexts. The course examines the benefits, values, and constraints of their participation in various human kinetics and recreation activities. Additionally, it delves into curricular and class manipulations, programming sports, games, and lifetime activities, and offers practical tips for effective and safe program delivery.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 90 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, practical
- Practical work
- Yes
- Assignments
- Tutor Marked Assignments
- Final Examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of KHE402, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
- Module 2: Benefits, values and constraints of involving physically handicapped children in various forms of in and out of schools human kinetics and recreation activities in various cultures/environments
- Unit 2: Constraints to involving physically handicapped children in various forms of in and out of schools human kinetics and recreation activities in various cultures/environments
- Unit 3: Strategies for overcoming the constraints to involving physically handicapped children in various forms of in and out of schools human kinetics and recreation activities in various cultures/environments
- Unit 1: Theoretical Basis for Manipulating Human Kinetics and Recreation Curriculum to Suit Physically Handicapped Children Needs.
- Unit 2: The Inclusion Spectrum and Necessary Changes for Manipulating a Human Kinetics and Recreation Classes to Suit Physically Handicapped Children’s Needs
- Unit 3: Collaborative processes in Human Kinetics and Recreation Education for Physically Handicapped Children
- Unit 1: Tips for Ensuring Children‘s Health and Safety during Human Kinetics and Recreation Programmes.
- Unit 2: Ensuring Successful Interactions with Physically Handicapped Children during Human Kinetics and Recreation Programmes and Classes.
- Unit 3: Qualities of Good Human Kinetics and Recreation Teachers and Classes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
KHE402 · Unit 1: Nature of physically handicapped children in schools and in society
This unit will introduce you to the specific types of physical handicapping conditions with the intention of pointing out the characteristics and differences of handicapped children.
What you should be able to do
- Demonstrate understanding of the nature and special needs of physically handicapped children.
- Identify benefits and values of involving physically handicapped children in human kinetics and recreation.
- Discuss determinants and constraints to human kinetics and recreation activities' participation.
- Describe the theoretical basis for manipulating human kinetics and recreation curriculum.
- Explain collaborative processes in human kinetics and recreation education.
- Describe how to program sports, games, and activities for physically handicapped children.
- Explain tips for effective and safe delivery of sports and games.
What it prepares you for
- Adapted Physical Education Teacher
- Recreational Therapist
- Special Education Instructor
- Sports Coach
- Recreation Director
- Education
- Healthcare
- Sports and Recreation
- Community Services
- Non-profit Organizations
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 3: Curricular and class manipulations for engaging physically handicapped children in human kinetics and recreation programmes
Unit 2: The inclusion spectrum and necessary changes for manipulating a human kinetics and recreation classes to suit physically handicapped children's needs
Requires understanding of various teaching methodologies and adapting them to individual needs, demanding creativity and patience.
- Module 4: Programming Sports, Games and Lifetime Activities for Physically Handicapped Children
Unit 1: Assessments in programming sports, games and lifetime activities for physically handicapped children
Involves practical application of assessment techniques and adapting sports activities, requiring hands-on experience and problem-solving skills.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 78 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Nature and special needs of physically handicapped children in schools and in the society
Unit 1: Nature of physically handicapped children in schools and in society · 6 hours
Read the course guide to understand the course objectives, assessment methods, and study schedule.. Familiarize yourself with the introduction and course aims to grasp the course's purpose..
- Week 2Module 1: Nature and special needs of physically handicapped children in schools and in the society
Unit 2: Special Needs of Physically Handicapped Children in Schools and in Society · 6 hours
Study the characteristics that differentiate handicapped children from others.. Examine the locomotor and neurological disorders that affect physically handicapped children..
- Week 3Module 1: Nature and special needs of physically handicapped children in schools and in the society
Unit 3: Legislation regarding the special needs of physically handicapped children in schools and in society · 6 hours
Review the historical background to legislations on the rights and education of physically handicapped people.. Examine international and national legislations and policies related to the education of physically handicapped children..
- Week 4Module 2: Benefits, values and constraints of involving physically handicapped children in various forms of in and out of schools human kinetics and recreation activities in various cultures/environments
Unit 1: Benefits and values of involving physically handicapped children in various forms of in and out of schools human kinetics and recreation activities in various cultures/environments · 6 hours
Understand the role of human kinetics and recreation programs in the education of physically handicapped children.. Explain the value of making informed choices and leading a physically active lifestyle..
- Week 5Module 2: Benefits, values and constraints of involving physically handicapped children in various forms of in and out of schools human kinetics and recreation activities in various cultures/environments
Unit 2: Constraints to involving physically handicapped children in various forms of in and out of schools human kinetics and recreation activities in various cultures/environments · 6 hours
Describe the constraints that should be expected when engaging physically handicapped children in human kinetics and recreation programs within and outside the school setting.. Identify the various forms of human kinetics and recreation programs for physically handicapped children..
- Week 6Module 2: Benefits, values and constraints of involving physically handicapped children in various forms of in and out of schools human kinetics and recreation activities in various cultures/environments
Unit 3: Strategies for overcoming the constraints to involving physically handicapped children in various forms of in and out of schools human kinetics and recreation activities in various cultures/environments · 6 hours
Develop plans that can make human kinetics and recreation curriculum accessible to all children, particularly to physically handicapped children.. Understand the concept of physical literacy and its importance..
- Week 7Module 3: Curricular and class manipulations for engaging physically handicapped children in human kinetics and recreation programmes
Unit 1: Theoretical basis for manipulating human kinetics and recreation curriculum to suit physically handicapped children needs · 6 hours
Describe the scientific principles of training and their application.. Explain the universal design for learning (UDL) and its principles..
- Week 8Module 3: Curricular and class manipulations for engaging physically handicapped children in human kinetics and recreation programmes
Unit 2: The inclusion spectrum and necessary changes for manipulating a human kinetics and recreation classes to suit physically handicapped children's needs · 6 hours
Explain the Inclusion Spectrum and its various approaches.. Describe the five approaches to an inclusive human kinetics and recreation class..
- Week 9Module 3: Curricular and class manipulations for engaging physically handicapped children in human kinetics and recreation programmes
Unit 3: Collaborative processes in human kinetics and recreation education for physically handicapped children · 6 hours
Explain collaboration in human kinetics and recreation.. Describe the collaboration activities for meeting needs of physically handicapped children..
- Week 10Module 4: Programming Sports, Games and Lifetime Activities for Physically Handicapped Children
Unit 1: Assessments in programming sports, games and lifetime activities for physically handicapped children · 6 hours
Perform assessment on personnel who will need to collaborate in programming sports, games and play activities for physically handicapped children.. Perform assessment on facilities and equipment that are required in programming sports, games and play activities for physically handicapped children..
- Week 11Module 4: Programming Sports, Games and Lifetime Activities for Physically Handicapped Children
Unit 2: Programming informal games and play activities for physically handicapped children · 6 hours
Design and implement ball games for physically handicapped children.. Design and implement relay races for physically handicapped children..
- Week 12Module 4: Programming Sports, Games and Lifetime Activities for Physically Handicapped Children
Unit 3: Programming formal sports and fitness exercise for physically handicapped children · 6 hours
Make physically handicapped children play standard or the modified form of Boccia.. Make physically handicapped children play standard or the modified form of Football..
- Week 13Module 5: Tips for programming effective and safe sports and games in human kinetics and recreation for physically handicapped children
Unit 1: Tips for ensuring children's health and safety during human kinetics and recreation programmes · 6 hours
Learn the general tips for making physically handicapped children safely participate in human kinetics and recreation programmes.. Learn the handicapping condition-specific health and safety issues to be taken of during human kinetics and recreation programmes..
Preparing for the exam
- Review all study units, focusing on key concepts and definitions related to physical handicaps and special needs.
- Create detailed notes summarizing the main points of each unit, including examples and case studies.
- Practice applying the principles of training and UDL to design adapted physical activities for different disabilities.
- Study the international and national legislations related to the rights and education of physically handicapped children.
- Familiarize yourself with the various assessment methods used to evaluate physical fitness and motor skills in this population.
- Develop a study schedule that allocates sufficient time to each module, prioritizing areas of weakness.
- Form a study group with other students to discuss challenging concepts and share insights.
- Review all Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) and feedback provided by the facilitator.
- Practice answering essay questions related to the course objectives and learning outcomes.
- Create flashcards with key terms and concepts to aid memorization and quick recall.
- Simulate exam conditions by completing practice questions within the allotted time.
- Focus on understanding the practical applications of the course material in real-world scenarios.
Questions students ask about this course
What is KHE402 about?
This course involves an in-depth exploration of human kinetics and recreation for physically handicapped children. It covers the nature and special needs of this population within school and societal contexts. The course examines the benefits, values, and constraints of their participation in various human kinetics and recreation activities. Additionally, it delves into curricular and class manipulations, programming sports, games, and lifetime activities, and offers practical tips for effective and safe program delivery.
How many units does KHE402 have?
KHE402, Human Kinetics and Recreation for the Physical Handicapped Children, has 15 units across 5 modules, over 156 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is KHE402?
KHE402 carries 2 credit units, at 400 level in Education.
Is KHE402 hard?
KHE402 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and practical work, and it has a practical component.
How long does KHE402 take to study?
About 90 hours of study, spread across its 15 units.
How is KHE402 assessed?
KHE402 is assessed by Assignments, Tutor Marked Assignments and Final Examination.
What can I do with KHE402?
Adapted Physical Education Teacher, Recreational Therapist, Special Education Instructor, Sports Coach and Recreation Director.