The Possibility of Learning Outcomes of Gym and Sports Curriculum in Secondary Schools for the Visually Impaired in Turkey


This study examined the views of teachers regarding the possibility of learning outcomes of gym and sports curriculum in secondary schools for the visually impaired in Turkey. The descriptive research (survey) model was utilized in order to describe and present current and actual experiences. While the population consisted of gym and sports teachers working at 16 M.N.E secondary schools for the visually impaired in 14 cities throughout Turkey, it was aimed to reach the entire limited population. Descriptive statistics were utilized in order to analyze the data, which were collected in one setting through a survey developed by the researcher, and the frequency distribution, central tendency and variability measures of each outcome were calculated. Lastly, the descriptive statistical distributions, in which the minimum, maximum, arithmetic mean, and standard deviation were calculated on the classroom basis, were included in order to assess the general situation. In the light of the findings obtained from the study, it was observed that the possible level of targeted behaviors in "Mobility Skills" and "Active and Healthy Life" learning domains were as "Medium-Level Competence". In addition, at the end of the survey, the participant teachers were asked to submit their opinions and suggestions and their suggestions might help to the study. These findings were interpreted that the insufficient qualification of the overall curriculum in terms of the developmental and educational needs of visually impaired students; the negative attitudes of school management, teachers, and parents towards gym and sports and mobility lessons; insufficient course hours; and the lack of tools and physical infrastructure might negatively affect the possibility of learning outcomes. It is thought that if the experts preparing the curriculum of the applied courses such as gym and sports which are in touch with life considered the theoretical targets as well as the practical targets of teachers and students, it would make it easier for the students with special needs to attain the targeted learning outcomes.


Keywords


Visually Impaired Children, Gym and Sports Curriculum, Learning Outcomes, Views of Teachers

Author : Sevda KILIÇ -Banu ALTUNAY ARSLANTEKİN
Number of pages: 1275-1300
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.29228/TurkishStudies.41919
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Turkish Studies-Social Sciences
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