ERIC Number: EJ1086465
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2016
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Developing an Appropriate Goalball Unit for Secondary Physical Education
Laughlin, Michael K.; Happel, Kathleen
Strategies: A Journal for Physical and Sport Educators, v29 n1 p16-23 2016
Goalball, a sport designed for those with visual impairments, is a competitive and recreational sport enjoyed by athletes around the world. Students with and without visual impairments can experience positive outcomes when teachers appropriately include a goalball unit as part of their inclusive secondary physical education curriculum. This article aims to help teachers identify these outcomes through strategies that encourage student success and appreciation for the sport. A framework to implement a goalball unit is provided along with strategies to target skill, tactical and game-play development.
Descriptors: Physical Education, Curriculum Development, Units of Study, Secondary School Curriculum, Visual Impairments, Adapted Physical Education, Educational Strategies, Game Theory, Skill Development, Play, Learning Activities, Curriculum Implementation
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Secondary Education
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Language: English
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