System of Adapted Physical Activities for the Inclusion of Students with Mild Autism Spectrum Disorder in Physical Education
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https://doi.org/10.56200/mentor.v5i3.13034Keywords:
Autism Spectrum Disorder, Inclusive Physical Education, Adapted Physical Activity, Educational Inclusion, Motor CoordinationAbstract
The educational inclusion of students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) continues to represent a challenge within Physical Education classes due to limitations related to group participation, social interaction, and adaptation to school sports dynamics. The objective of the research was to analyze the contribution of a system of adapted physical and sports activities to the inclusion of students with mild ASD in Physical Education classes at Unidad Educativa Particular Santa María de los Ángeles. The study adopted a mixed-methods approach. The sample consisted of seven students diagnosed with mild ASD and three teachers involved in the educational process. Data collection included direct observation, systematic observation, semi-structured interviews, and the application of the 3JS Motor Coordination Test. The results showed improvements related to group participation, social interaction, adaptation to sports activities, and motor performance during the development of the adapted physical activities. Likewise, the interviews conducted with teachers revealed methodological limitations and the need to strengthen inclusive strategies within Physical Education classes. It is concluded that adapted physical and sports activities constitute a relevant pedagogical alternative to promote educational inclusion processes for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder within the school context.
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