COOL-APA, Collaborative online and onsite learning in Adapted Physical Activity

<< Objectives >>The main objective is to raise awareness of APA among students in sports, rehabilitation, education, social work, and health care. Additionally, the project aims to expand opportunities for individuals with special needs to participate in both guided and independent physical activities and sports. Furthermore, it seeks to enhance access to online courses for students with special needs by improving teachers’ competencies in developing inclusive and accessible digital and pedagogical solutions.<< Implementation >>Our activities will develop six 5-credit COOL-APA modules. Through needs assessment, we will design an up-to-date curriculum to include responses to conflict. This program will prioritize accessibility, incorporating inclusive digital and pedagogical solutions. Additionally, we will provide information for higher education teachers on creating inclusive learning environments. The project aims to empower students, enhance competence, and foster inclusivity in the realm of APA.<< Results >>The COOL-APA modules offer six 5-credit online and onsite modules for higher education students. On completion of 30-credits, students receive a European-endorsed APA certificate. The modules, annually delivered with six partners, targets students in the fields of sports, rehabilitation, special and primary school education, social work and health care, which improves opportunities for marginalised groups. Teachers’ competence in creating inclusive online digital and pedagogical solutions grows.