kin 2200 project

The speaker's assignment involves teaching a student with Down syndrome how to ride a bike independently. The program focuses on developing balance and coordination through various activities. Adaptive equipment such as tricycles or bikes with training wheels are considered to provide stability and build confidence. Gradual progression is incorporated to introduce key cycling skills, with regular assessments and adjustments based on the student's progress. Practice takes place in controlled environments with visual aids and a supportive atmosphere. Consistency and routine are emphasized, and peer support is encouraged. The program aims to promote inclusive movement and active participation for individuals with disabilities. For my assignment, my activity will be cycling, and the skill involved that we will be practicing and teaching is balance, and this is for my student that has Down syndrome. Our goal is to help the student achieve independent bicycle riding with a focus on balance and coordination. The program is structured with specific objectives, assessment strategies, behavior management, and adaption for different abilities. These basic balance activities are important because they help develop core stability and spatial awareness. These foundational skills are crucial for maintaining equilibrium while riding a bicycle, and also enhances the individual's ability to stay balanced and coordinated during the learning process. Next, we will incorporate adaptive equipment. We will first consider using a tricycle or a bike with training wheels, or a push bike, which is a bike with no pedals, but the feet could touch the ground, so they could incorporate balance through that. And this will provide added stability and build confidence. This will also allow the student to get accustomed to the bike and encourage the sense of balance while moving. Next, we will incorporate gradual progression, which is structured sessions to gradually introduce key cycling skills. First, we will incorporate practice sitting on a bike stationary. Also, we will start placing the feet on the pedals, push the bike forward. We will also incorporate steering the bike in a straight line, and introducing pedaling while a focus on consistency, and ride the bike independently for an extended distance. Each of these will be different sessions and gradually increase their key cycling skills. With each one of these, we will also have an assessment, which we will conduct regular assessments using a combination of observations and feedback from the student, and adjust goals based on the progress and comfort level they are experiencing. Next, we will practice in a controlled environment. With this, we will use a flat, smooth surface, like a parking lot or a quiet street with minimal traffic to avoid areas with too many distractions or uneven terrain. This is important because we want a nice, safe environment for the student to feel comfortable and to be able to ride and practice their bike with no harm. We will also use visual aids. We will use visual aids such as cones or markers to create a simple course. This can help the individual to focus on specific paths and improve their steering and balance. We also must create a supportive environment. With this, we must encourage and support the individual throughout the learning process and create a positive reinforcement so that it can go a long way in building confidence. We may also have physical support, which depending on the individual's needs, you might need to provide physical support. This could include holding onto the bike to provide stability or using a harness for added security. We may also encourage a positive learning atmosphere and provide positive reinforcements for efforts and also include a reward system for reaching specific milestones. That is very important because reaching those milestones can be very important to the student. Also, we may consider individual needs such as gradually reduce stability assistance and also be mindful of sensory sensitivities. After that, we would want to implement a consistent routine and make sure they are consistent with their activity and their practice. With regular sessions, we can help the individual build a muscle memory and gradually improve their skills. And we can also implement peer support if possible. We want to involve peers or family members in the learning process. Sometimes having others to ride with can provide motivation and a sense of trust. With that, we can conclude that this comprehensive program aims to systemically develop the student's cycling skills while considering their unique abilities and needs. Regular assessments and positive reinforcement will contribute to their progress and confidence in independent bicycle riding. This will help with our goal of promoting inclusive movement and active participation for all individuals, including those with disabilities, through a creative and engaging activity. Thank you.