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COURSE INTRODUCTION




                          Unified Sports ® PE Curriculum



                                                  Description of Course

                          This is an inclusive program which combines individuals with intellectual
                          disabilities (Athletes) and individuals without intellectual disabilities
                          (Unified Partners) on sport teams for training and competition.  Athletes
                          and Unified Partners compete alongside one another each in a
                          meaningful and integral role on Unified Sports team.

                                                    District Outcomes

                   Exhibit life-management skills:
                         New friendships among the Athletes and Unified Partners
                         Improved self-esteem for all students
                         Positive changes in attitude, behavior and performance
                         Community Awareness of Unified Sports within the Peoria School
                          Unified District

                                             Benchmark Assessment Task

                                                           Safety

                   Assessment Task 1:  Students will apply safety techniques and respectable
                   social behavior in all areas.

                   Standards Alignment: Standard 5   Students exhibits responsible personal and
                   social behavior that respects self and others in physical activity settings.
                       o  PO 1   Concept 1    Apply safe practices, rules, procedures and etiquette
                          in all physical activity settings.


                                                    Skill Development

                   Assessment Task 2:  Students will identify the different skills per individual sports.

                   Standards Alignment: Standard 2   Students will demonstrate understanding of
                   movement concepts, principals, strategies, and tactics as they apply to the
                   learning and performance of physical activities.



                   Special Olympics Arizona (SOAZ)                    1                       06.01.2011
                   Permission from PUSD #11
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