Amelia Simpson
Graduate Student
Oregon State University

Autism Spectrum Disorder is known for deficits in communication, socialization, and often neglected deficits in motor skills. Socialization plays a significant role in a student’s ability to successfully engage and interact with their environment. Physical education and activity programs provide opportunities for peer-to-peer engagement through skill development and physical activity. In this seminar, participants will take part in six stations focused on integrating social skills within recreational activities.  The purpose of this session is to provide activity ideas and techniques to integrate social opportunities in an inclusive physical education and activity program setting. Each activity incorporates motor skill development, while also providing strategies and techniques for social skill development. Modification guidelines will be provided for each activity.

Recorded: September 30, 2017