Inclusion in Phys. Ed.How to provide an inclusive, safe and fun classroom.

Inclusion Spectrum

The Golden Rule of Inclusion

Maximize individual potential while maintaining the

integrity of the activity

Keep the goals of the activity in mind when making modifications

Provide alternatives if needed.

Be flexible and willing to try new ideas.

Think about and question your modifications – for example, will the

integrity of the activity be affected if you change the type of striking

implement/bat?

Teaching Style

The way an activity is delivered can have an impact on how inclusive it is.

use appropriate language for the group use visuals and demonstrations use a buddy system use appropriate physical assistance - guide keep instructions short and to the point check for understanding

Be Inclusive: Think TREE when Adapting and Modifying

RulesMay be simplified, changed and then re-introduced as the

skill levelincreases. Examples: allow for multiple bounces in a game like tennis allow for multiple hits or a bounce in a game like

volleyball have more players on a team to reduce the amount of

activity required by each player reduce the number of players to allow for more movement continually substitute players

Be Inclusive: Think TREE when Adapting and Modifying

Be Inclusive: Think TREE when Adapting and Modifying

Rules…

allow substitute runners in games like cricket and baseball

eliminate time restrictions allow different scoring systems increase opportunities to score vary passing styles for example, bouncing, rolling,

or tossing instead of overarm throw eliminate competitive elements specify that 3 team members must touch the ball

before scoring a point

Equipment Strategies for equipment:

use lighter bats or racquets use bats or racquets with shorter handles use lighter, bigger and/or slower bouncing balls use balls with bells inside use balloons with rice inside use brightly coloured equipment introduce a batting tee (and a stationary ball) if

a player ishaving difficulty hitting a moving ball

Be Inclusive: Think TREE when Adapting and Modifying

Be Inclusive: Think TREE when Adapting and Modifying

Environment Strategies to modify the environment:

reduce or increase the size of the playing area or court

use a smooth or indoor surface rather than grass lower net heights – volleyball, tennis, basketball,

etc. use visible markers and equipment – florescent

balls, white markers on grass use zones in playing areas – players are restricted

to their zones minimize distractions surrounding the playing area

Be Inclusive: Think TREE when Adapting and Modifying

Thoughts:

safety always comes first there are situations where including everyone all the

time may not be possible you can change part of an activity changes do not have to be permanent it may not be necessary to modify the game’s rules or

equipment for everybody – it may only require a change for one person

**True Inclusion  ask individuals what would improve the game for them

and/or how their involvement could be increased or provide options they could choose from to encourage

ownership