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Skill Crossover in O&M and Physical Education

Access Academy webinar banner with logo. A cropped photo shows the waist and legs of three children running in place. Text reads: 3/21/2023, Skill Crossover in O&M and Physical Education. Kirsten French, Matt Coelho. 3:00 - 4:00 PM (ET). ACVREP Credits.

Dates

March 21, 2023, 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT

Description

In this presentation we will explore the various ways that orientation and mobility and physical education can be mutually beneficial and how skill crossover can be maximized to increase student success.  This presentation will start with a broad overview of Orientation and Mobility skills and their crossover into/in Physical Education before moving onto seamless practical application.

Presenters

  • Kirsten French; Programs Manager, Camp Spark & Sports Adaptations; Northwest Association for Blind Athletes
  • Matt Coelho; Programs Specialist, Camp Spark & Sports Adaptations; Northwest Association for Blind Athletes

Primary Core or ECC Area

Orientation and Mobility

Target Audience

Orientation and Mobility Specialist, Teachers of Students with Visual Impairments

Lesson Plan Goal

Explore O&M skills that can be supported in PE. 

Learning Objectives

  1. Name and describe at least five cross function skills between orientation and mobility and physical education.
  2. Defend at least three benefits of O&M skill practice in PE.
  3. Design three activities to implement into your teaching.

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