Article
Enhancing the Motor Skills of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Pool-based Approach
Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance
(2013)
Abstract
Children with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) often experience difficulties with motor skill learning and performance. The pool is a unique learning environment that can help children with ASDs learn or improve aquatic skills, fitness, and social skills. A pool-based approach is also aligned with the elements of dynamic systems theory, which suggests that movement patterns develop as a result of a complex interaction between the environment, task, and learner. This article introduces pool-based activities for enhancing fundamental motor-skill development in children with ASDs, as well as task, environment, and learner variations. A lesson plan is also provided.
Disciplines
Publication Date
January, 2013
DOI
10.1080/07303084.2013.746154
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Citation Information
Jihyun Lee and David L. Porretta. "Enhancing the Motor Skills of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Pool-based Approach" Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance Vol. 84 Iss. 1 (2013) ISSN: 0730-3084 Available at: http://works.bepress.com/jihyun-lee/16/