Faculty: Physical Education and Sports This major focuses on exercise and sport for individuals with disabilities, covering adapted physical education, disability sport, rehabilitation, and inclusive fitness. It emphasizes specialized skills, empathy, and exercise science to enhance the quality of life and physical well-being of individuals with disabilities. Graduates are prepared for careers in rehabilitation centers, special education, sports organizations, and community fitness programs. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand adapted physical education and disability sport. - Develop skills in designing exercise programs for individuals with disabilities. - Learn techniques for assessing and improving physical fitness and motor skills. - Explore the role of exercise and sport in rehabilitation and inclusion. - Understand disability awareness, empathy, and ethical considerations. - Analyze challenges and opportunities in the field. - Develop teamwork and problem-solving skills for inclusive fitness and rehabilitation. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Exercise and Sport for Disabled** - Overview of the field, its history, and applications. 2. **Adapted Physical Education** - Principles and techniques for teaching physical education to students with disabilities. 3. **Disability Sport** - Fundamentals of disability sport, including Paralympic sports and coaching techniques. 4. **Exercise Prescription for Special Populations** - Principles of exercise prescription, assessment, and program design for individuals with disabilities. 5. **Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Exercise** - Principles of rehabilitation, therapeutic exercise, and assistive technology. 6. **Inclusive Fitness and Community Programs** - Fundamentals of inclusive fitness, program development, and community outreach. 7. **Disability Awareness and Ethical Considerations** - Principles of disability awareness, empathy, and ethical considerations. 8. **Assistive Technology and Adaptive Equipment** - Exploration of assistive technology and adaptive equipment. 9. **Emerging Trends** - Analysis of innovations and techniques for adapting to new trends. 10. **Capstone Project** - Real-world project to apply learned skills in adapted physical education, disability sport, or rehabilitation. **Assessment Methods:** - Practical assessments, teaching demonstrations, written assignments, group projects, and internships. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Adapted Physical Education and Sport" by Joseph P. Winnick. - "Disability Sport and Recreation" by Mary Ann Roberton and Cindy Sit. - "Exercise Prescription for Special Populations" by American College of Sports Medicine. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of exercise science, anatomy, and physiology. Suitable for students in kinesiology, physical education, rehabilitation sciences, and related fields. **Major Duration:** Typically 2-4 years, including coursework, practical training, and internships. **Certification:** Graduates may receive a degree in Exercise and Sport for Disabled and pursue certifications like Certified Adapted Physical Educator (CAPE) or Certified Inclusive Fitness Trainer (CIFT). **Target Audience:** Aspiring adapted physical educators, disability sport coaches, rehabilitation specialists, and fitness professionals. This major equips students with the skills needed to excel in exercise and sport for the disabled, supporting advancements in rehabilitation, inclusion, and community integration.