Launch - New Online Course for Teachers

New eLearning Course to Enhance PE Teaching for Students with Intellectual Disability and Autism

Sydney, Australia – Special Olympics Australia and Playbk Sports are excited to announce the upcoming release of a new eLearning course, Delivering Physical Education (PE) for Students with Intellectual Disability and Autism. This innovative course is available now on the Inclusive Sport Academy, Special Olympics Australia's Learning Management System.

Targeted at PE and classroom teachers in both mainstream and special schools, this course aims to enhance the physical education and sport experiences for students with intellectual disability and autism. It offers professional development for educators, equipping them with the specific skills and knowledge needed to support these students effectively.

Leisl Stimpson, Education and Training Manager at Special Olympics Australia, emphasised the course's practical impact: "This course is crafted to fill a crucial gap in educational training, equipping teachers with both fundamental and advanced instructional strategies specifically designed for the student cohort we are focusing on."

The course offers a comprehensive mix of foundational knowledge, expert insights from experienced PE and classroom teachers, and a variety of resources. It includes immersive videos that demonstrate best practices in real-world educational settings with a strong focus on authentic application, encouraging teachers to immediately integrate and adapt these strategies in their teaching environments.

Special Olympics Australia is committed to promoting inclusivity through sports, providing athletes with intellectual disability and autism opportunities to achieve their best. This course aligns with their mission to enhance developmental opportunities for these athletes, by supporting their teachers with access to equitable, world-class knowledge and learning experiences.

The course can be found on the Inclusive Sport Academy where you can create a free account.

Media: media@specialolympics.com.au