Question

Mention the principles of adapted physical education

Answer 1

i. be observed and referred when the need for medical or other services are suspected;

ii. Be guided in an avoiding situation which would aggravate the condition or subject him to unnecessary risks of injury;

iii. Improve neuromuscular skills;

iv. Be provided with opportunities for improved psychological adjustment and social development

Answer 2

Principles of Adapted Physical Education :

Students with disabilities require adapted physical education activities to the limit of their capacity, to meet their physical, mental, social and emotional needs.

Every effort should be made to ensure that the adapted physical education programme is according to the needs and capacities of students.


Adapted physical education (APE) is the art and science of developing, implementing, and monitoring a carefully designed physical education instructional program for a learner with a disability, based on a comprehensive assessment, to give the learner the skills necessary for a lifetime of rich leisure, recreation,