Module Details

Module Code: CHLD8006
Title: APE for the Young Child
Long Title: APE for the Young Child
NFQ Level: Advanced
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2022/23 ( September 2022 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 7610 - Childcare
Module Delivered in: 4 programme(s)
Module Description: This adapted physical education (APE) module is designed to prepare the learner for working with young children with
additional needs, disabilities and chronic illnesses in the context of movement and
physical activity. The module will be delivered through lecture and practical format. The lectures will provide the theoretical underpinning, while the practicals will provide the learner with opportunities to gain experience working with individuals with disabilities in a practical setting.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Discuss the term Adapted Physical Education and associated definitions for a young child with additional needs, disability or chronic illness.
LO2 Interpret motor developmental theory incorporating dynamic systems theory and phases of motor development.
LO3 Examine a range of disabilities and chronic conditions in young children, determining the implications for movement and physical activity.
LO4 Design, implement and evaluate an adapted physical activity programme for young children with additional needs and disabilities in a practical context.
LO5 Evaluate the health benefits of physical activity for children with additional needs.
Dependencies
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 MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Adapted Physical Education (APE)
Definition and discussion of APE, historical development. Adaptation and Contact Theory perspectives. Disability awareness. Barriers to participation.
Motor Development- birth to three and three to six years
Interpretation of phases and stages of motor development, Perceptual-motor process, sensory systems.
Range of disabilities and implications for physical activity
Intellectual disability, behavioural conditions, dyspraxia/ developmental coordination disorder, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), blind, deaf, visual impairment and hard of hearing, cerebral palsy, asthma and epilepsy. Implications for physical activity and planning.
Programme planning and design
Programme planning - Learning outcomes, implementation and evaluation. Inclusion strategies and guidelines. Participation in practical sessions and reflective practice.
Current status of provision in Ireland for children with a disability
The Education for People with Special Educational Needs (EPSEN) Act 2004, sporting organisations for children with disabilities, Disability Act 2005. Inclusion concept and government policy. Early intervention. Healthy Ireland: A Framework for Improved Health & Well-being 2013-2025. First 5 (2019).
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 40
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 3,4
Assessment Description
Practical Teaching and participation: the learner will be
observed participating in a range of practical activities.
The learner will be assessed leading a group of peers
or children in a practical setting.
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 8 Learning Outcomes 1,3,5
Assessment Description
The learner will successfully complete a written report
on a current topic in the area of adapted physical
activity.
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 40
Timing Week 13 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Assessment Description
Written project assignment: the learner will submit a
project based on research on adapted physical activity
and the young child.
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University 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 Classroom based Every Week 1.00 1
Lab Contact Sports hall Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Library & home study Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Classroom based Every Week 1.00 1
Lab Contact Sports hall Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Library and home study Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Haibach-Beach, P., Reid, G., and Collier, D.. (2018), Motor Learning and Development, Human Kinetics, Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics, [ISBN: 9781492536598].
  • Hodge, S.R., Lieberman, L. J. & Murata, N.M.. (2012), Essentials of Teaching Adapted Physical Education: Diversity, Culture & Inclusion, Holcomb Hathaway Publishers, Scottsdale, Arizona, USA, [ISBN: 9781934432372].
  • Lieberman, L. and Houston - Wilson, C.. (2018), Strategies for Inclusion: A Handbook for Physical Educators, 3rd. Human Kinetics, Champaign: IL, [ISBN: 9781492517238].
  • Winnick, J.P and Porretta, D.. (2017), Adapted Physical Education & Sport, 6th. Human Kinetics Champaign, IL, USA, [ISBN: 9781492511533].
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
  • Blagrave, J.. (2017), Experiences of children with autism spectrum disorders in adapted physical education, European Journal of Adapted Physical Activity, 10 (1),
    http://DOI: 10.5507/euj.2017.003
  • Duff, C., Issartel, J., O’ Brien, W. and Belton, S.. (2019), Physical Activity and Fundamental Movement Skills of 3- to 5-Year-Old Children in Irish Preschool Services, Journal of Motor Learning and Development.
  • Palaestra. Journal on physical activity and disability,
    http://www.palaestra .com
  • Petrie, K. Devcichb, J. Fitzgerald, H. (2018), Working towards inclusive physical education in a primary school: ‘some days I just don’t get it right’, Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy, 23(4).
  • Yang, H. W., Ostrosky, M. M. and Meadan-Kaplansky, H.. (2020), ‘Parental perceptions of participation in physical activities for pre-schoolers with disabilities, Early Child Development and Care, 190(5),
    http://doi: 10.1080/03004430.2018.1485673.
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_HECEC_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Early Childhood Education and Care 1 Mandatory
CR_HMONT_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Montessori Education 8 Mandatory
CR_HMOED_8 Bachelor of Education (Honours) in Montessori Education 8 Mandatory
CR_BCSSP_8 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Coaching Science and Sports Pedagogy 7 Group Elective 2