Module Details
Module Code: |
SPRT |
Module Title:
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Sport and Physical Activity for Special Population Groups
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Title:
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Sport and Physical Activity for Special Population Groups
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Module Level:: |
8 |
Module Coordinator: |
Paula Rankin
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Module Author:: |
Niamh Spratt
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Module Description: |
The aim of this module is to develop students' knowledge and understanding of the role of sport and physical activity for health and well-being, the factors affecting sport and physical activity participation, and the skills involved in the design and implementation of evidence-based practical interventions for specific populations.
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
Explore the role of sport, exercise and physical activity for health and well-being in special populations including people with disabilities |
LO2 |
Critically appraise current physical activity guidelines and investigate the factors affecting exercise uptake, participation and adherence in special populations |
LO3 |
Design and implement safe and effective physical activity intervention programmes for special populations, to include appropriate screening and testing to meet individual needs, abilities and limitations |
Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Additional Requisite Information
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No Co Requisites listed
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Indicative Content |
Indicative content
The effects of sport, exercise and physical activity on physical and mental health and well-being in special populations
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Indicative content
Physical activity guidelines for special populations
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Indicative content
Physiological and psychological considerations for exercise with special populations
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Indicative content
Adapted physical activity
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Indicative content
Design and implementation of safe, effective and inclusive interventions to improve physical and mental well-being in special populations
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Indicative
Barriers, motivators and facilitators involved in physical activity uptake, participation and adherence in special populations
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Indicative content
Community engagement interventions with special populations
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Module Content & Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Project | 50.00% |
Practical | 50.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
No End of Module Formal Examination |
Reassessment Requirement |
Exam Board
It is at the discretion of the Examination Board as to what the qualifying criteria are.
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SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Category |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
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Contact |
Lecture |
12 Weeks per Stage |
2.00 |
24 |
Practicals |
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Contact |
Practical |
12 Weeks per Stage |
2.00 |
24 |
Independent Learning |
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Non Contact |
Independent learning |
15 Weeks per Stage |
5.13 |
77 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
4.00 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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John P. Buckley. (2008), Exercise Physiology in Special Populations, Churchill Livingstone, p.357, [ISBN: 9780443103438].
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NSCA-National Strength & Conditioning Association,Jacobs, Patrick. (2017), NSCA's Essentials of Training Special Populations, Human Kinetics, p.528, [ISBN: 9780736083300].
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Peggie Williamson. (2018), Exercise for Special Populations, LWW, p.448, [ISBN: 9781496389015].
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Horvat, Michael,Kelly, Luke,Block, Martin,Croce, Ron. (2018), Developmental and Adapted Physical Activity Assessment, 2E, Human Kinetics, p.288, [ISBN: 9781492543800].
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Stuart Biddle,Kenneth R. Fox,Stephen Hugh Boutcher. (2000), Physical Activity and Psychological Well-being, Psychology Press, p.205, [ISBN: 9780415234399].
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Claude Bouchard,Steven N. Blair,William L. Haskell. (2012), Physical Activity and Health, Human Kinetics Publishers, p.441, [ISBN: 9780736095419].
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Other Resources |
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Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly.
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European Journal of Public Health.
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Sports Medicine.
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Journal of Sports Sciences.
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Journal of Sports Science and Medicine.
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Health Psychology Open.
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