Home Institution
St. Michael's College
Publication Date
Spring 2017
Abstract
Around the world historically special needs persons were not always recognized as equals. Physical activity has multiple benefits physically and mentally to promote personal growth. This study examined the implementation of physical activity energizers to enhance class-based learning. The Aoga Fiamalamalama School for the intellectually handicapped was the site for this study which examined programs implemented in the organization to help Samoans with special needs. This research was based around observations and analysis of the energizers and the effects of these activities on approximately 27 students’ active learning in the classroom setting and the feedback from administration and staff. Six (6) physical activity energizers were implemented to increase class participation overall throughout six (6) school days. The physical activity energizers were Morning Warm Up, Wiggles, Memory Lane, “The 12 Days of Fitness”, Red light, Green light, and the Name and Action Game. Analysis reveals PA energizers did increase class participation overall throughout the school day.
Disciplines
Education | Health and Physical Education | International and Area Studies | Special Education and Teaching
Recommended Citation
Santos, Coral, "Physical Activity and Movement In the Classroom Setting" (2017). Independent Study Project (ISP) Collection. 2677.
https://digitalcollections.sit.edu/isp_collection/2677
Included in
Health and Physical Education Commons, International and Area Studies Commons, Special Education and Teaching Commons
Program Name
Samoa: Pacific Communities and Social Change