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Promoting Physical Activity for Children of All Abilities

This course examines the essential role of physical activity in nurturing children's health, development, and emotional well-being. Through a lens of empathy and equity, the course highlights how thoughtful adaptations, relational support, and culturally responsive programming can transform physical activity into a source of joy, connection, and empowerment. (2 hours)
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This online course is presented in English.

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Course curriculum

1. Pre-Assessment Survey
1. Nurturing Motor Skills for All Children
  FREE PREVIEW
2. Locomotor Skills: Building Pathways to Movement
  FREE PREVIEW
3. Exploring Nonlocomotor Skills: Building Body Awareness
4. Supporting the Development of Manipulative Skills
5. Chapter 1 Review Questions
6. Chapter 1 Open-Ended Question
1. Movement Through Play
2. Everyday Movement
3. Why Physical Activity Is So Much More Than Just Movement
4. Building Strong Hearts and Inclusive Habits
5. Supporting Independence and Confidence
6. Flexibility: Expanding Possibility, Comfort, and Joy
7. Chapter 2 Review Questions
8. Chapter 2 Open-Ended Question
1. All Kids Deserve to Play—Let’s Make It Happen
2. Barriers to Physical Activity
3. Making Physical Activity Inclusive for All Children
4. Expanding Activity Variety
5. Accessibility for Children with Disabilities
6. Staffing for Inclusion
7. Barriers and Benefits to Physical Activity
8. Americans with Disabilities Act
9. Chapter 3 Review Questions
10. Chapter 3 Open-Ended Question
1. Valuing Every Child’s Right to Belong and Learn
2. Peer Support in Inclusive Environments
3. Honoring Diverse Needs
4. Inclusive Motor Development Experiences
5. Supporting Focus and Understanding Through Thoughtful Instruction
6. Supporting Skill Development
7. Chapter 4 Review Questions
8. Chapter 4 Discussion
1. Adapting Activities to Support Inclusion and Participation
2. Creating an Inclusive Environment for Physical Activity
3. Adapting Rules and Instructions
4. Individualized Goals and Responsive Support
5. Adapting to Support Inclusive Engagement
6. Modifying Physical Activities in Child Care Settings
7. End of Course Summary
1. End of Course Reflection
2. Course Completion
3. End of Course Quiz
4. Course Feedback Form

About this course

$19.00
2 Clock Hours
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Promoting Physical Activity for Children of All Abilities

Course curriculum

Getting Started

Before we begin...

Chapter 1

Chapter 2

Chapter 3

Chapter 4

Chapter 5

Wrapping It Up

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