Adapted Sport: Organizational Structure, Classification, and Inclusion Strategies

What is the primary objective of adapted sport?

To provide equitable opportunities for individuals with disabilities to participate in sports.

What are the two key components of the sport framework for individuals with disabilities?

Sport settings and transition services.

What legal act do schools address regarding adapted sports?

The Rehabilitation Act.

What must school districts avoid when assessing participation in sports programs?

Generalizations and stereotypes.

What is one responsibility of schools in providing adapted sport programming?

Ensure equal opportunity for participation.

What types of sport settings are included in the sport framework for individuals with disabilities?

School-based, interscholastic, community, college, and open settings.

What should transition services in physical education and sport aim to foster?

Independence and inclusion.

How can adapted sport be integrated into general physical education?

By making it part of an Individualized Education Program (IEP).

What are the four key steps to teach and implement adapted sport?

Cross-reference general sport to adapted sport, learn similarities, assess skill performance, and implement teaching.

Which organization governs sports for Olympic athletes without disabilities?

The International Olympic Committee (IOC).

What does the term 'Paralympic Games' refer to?

The equivalent of the Olympic Games for athletes with physical disabilities or visual impairments.

What is the role of national governing bodies (NGB) in adapted sport?

To oversee and manage specific sports at the national level.

What are the Warrior Games?

An event created to introduce injured, ill, or wounded service members and veterans to Paralympic sports.

What is the purpose of sports classification?

To ensure equitable competition by assessing the athlete's impairment and its impact on sport performance.

What factors are considered in the medical examination for sports classification?

Level of visual acuity, spinal cord injury level, and location of an amputation.

What is a common feature of court sport wheelchairs?

Camber, which improves stability and turning characteristics.

What is the design purpose of a racing chair in adapted sports?

To be light and rigid with an adjustable bucket seat for height.

How does strapping benefit athletes in adapted sports?

It improves stability and aids in skill development.

What is the significance of the U.S. Paralympic sports management?

It is managed by the USOPC and various national governing bodies.

What should be the deciding factor in competition for athletes with disabilities?

Ability, not disability.

What is the role of classifiers in sports classification?

To observe athletes performing their sport to determine their range of motion and physical capabilities.

What is the importance of community-based sport programs in adapted sports?

To engage individuals with disabilities in recreational activities and promote inclusion.

What type of assessment must schools use for denying participation in sports?

Some form of performance assessment.

What is one benefit of teaching adapted sport in general PE?

It helps students with disabilities improve their sport skills.