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Physical Education And Sports For Differently Abled

Question
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What is the role of a physical education teacher for children with special needs.

Solution

The rights of persons with disabilities Act 2016, that gives the pupil a right to inclusive activity. So physical education teachers are expected to take action within the individual school context and modify and adapt existing practices in order to facilitate full entitlement to the access of physical activity for pupils with the special need.
The PETs organize ball games for disabled children to improve overall strength and agility hand-eye coordination and gross motor skills. Students have shown that throwing, catching, rolling and passing the ball improves the disabled child’s muscle response.

Scientific research has demonstrated that physical education can enhance academic performance and cognitive function. So parents with the help of teachers should always encourage the child with the special need to participate in activities.