MODULE DESCRIPTION:

This module was designed to make pre-service and inservice teachers aware of the appropriateness of considering therapeutic/leisure recreation as a related service when developing the IEP. In addition the module will describe the benefits of recreational activities such as therapeutic riding that might be provided through the IEP (related services – adaptive PE). The module experience begins with related readings (online links are provided) accompanied by questions designed to guide the reader. Next students will take an electronic field trip to Anthony Wayne Services, Red Cedar Center located in Fort Wayne, Indiana. A question and answer discussion via e-mail may be arranged (by the instructor) with Red Cedar Center staff at (260) 637-3608.  You may visit the Red Cedar Center at their Internet address fore more information. 

INSTRUCTIONAL OUTCOMES:

1. The teacher understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and the structures of the discipline(s) he or she teaches and can create learning experiences that make these aspects of subject matter meaningful for students (IDPS 2, 3, INTASC 1 & NBPT 1, 2, 4).
   • Discuss the impact of exceptional conditions on the individual in relation to the need for therapeutic and/or leisure recreation.
   • Discuss the importance of recreation and leisure in the overall education of a child and how they fit into the current trends in special education.
   • Define under PL 105-17 (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act [IDEA], related services.
   • Describe the related services component of the Individual Education Plan (IEP).
   • Explain how recreation as a related service is different from physical education.
   • Identify what should be done to implement effective recreation/leisure services for students with exceptionalities when developing the IEP.
2. The teacher understands how students differ in their approaches to learning and creates instructional opportunities that are adapted to diverse learners (IDPS 5, INTASC 3 & NBPT 1, 2).
3. The teacher fosters relationships with school colleagues, parents, and agencies in the larger community to support students' learning and well-being (IDPS 9, 10, INTASC 10 & NBPT 5).
4. The teacher reflects on the effectiveness of technology integrated instruction that was provided through this module.

The teacher reflects on the effectiveness of technology integrated instruction that was provided through this module.