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How To: Hop, Pop, and Jump (Using a Wheelchair): Part One Instructional VideoHow To: Hop, Pop, and Jump (Using a Wheelchair): Part One Instructional Video
Publisher
National Center on Health, Physical Activity, and Disability
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Grade
3rd - 12th
Subjects
Physical Education
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Resource Type
Instructional Videos
Media Length
6:14
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For Teacher Use
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Instructional Strategies
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Year
2013
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Instructional Video

How To: Hop, Pop, and Jump (Using a Wheelchair): Part One

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My disability might change the way I do things, but it never diminishes my independence. An inspirational young woman takes viewers through her tips and tricks for how to make any situation accessible while in a wheelchair.  

10 Views 6 Downloads

Concepts

the special olympics, physical disabilities, disabilities

Additional Tags

physical education

Instructional Ideas

  • Take a look at the comments provided below the video for an understanding of how those in wheelchairs might react to the information and get an idea of questions that might arise

Classroom Considerations

  • This video is part of a larger collection on general wheelchair use and accessibility; other topics covered include choosing a wheelchair, transferring from floor to chair, and talking to a doctor
  • This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

  • Engaging for young adults
  • Presenter is motivating and comforting
  • Includes useful metaphors and graphics to support instruction

Cons

  • None

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