M.Sc. (Ed.) Adapted Physical Education

Master of Education in Adapted Physical Education

  1. List of Academic Staff
NameStatus and QualificationResearch Interests
S.T.BakindeSenior Lecturer & Ag. Head of Department
B.Sc. (Ed.), M.Ed., Ph.D. (Ilorin)		Exercise Physiology and Fitness Therapy
A. A. AdesoyeProfessor
B.Ed. (ABU, Zaria); M.Ed.,Ph.D. (Ibadan)		Administration of Human Kinetics and Sport
Olufunmilola L. DominicReader
B.Sc. (Ed.), M.Ed. (Ilorin); Ph.D. (ABU, Zaria)		Exercise and Sports Science Musculoskeletal Disorders, Fitness and Wellness
T. O. IbraheemSenior Lecturer & Ag. Head of Department
B.Sc. (Ed.), M.Ed., (Ilorin); Ph.D. (Ibadan)		Recreation and Tourism Education Sports Administration
Memunat T.AjadiSenior Lecturer
B.Sc. (Ed.), M.Ed., Ph.D. (Ilorin)		Administration of  Human Kinetics and Sport Management.
*M. O. YusufProfessor
B.A. (Ed.), M.A. (Ed.) (OAU Ile-Ife); Ph.D. (Ilorin)		Educational Technology, Advanced Research Methods
*L. A. YahayaProfessor
B.Ed., M.Ed., MPA, Ph.D. (Ilorin)		Counseling  Education and Research Methods
*H. O. OwolabiProfessor
B.Sc. M.Ed., Ph.D. (Ibadan)		Educational Research Measurement and Evaluation
Bolanle O. OlawuyiProfessor
B.Sc. M.Ed., Ph.D. (Ibadan)		Educational Psychology and Disability Studies

* Lecturers from other departments

B.  Introduction

Modern challenges in physical exercise and health problems have called attention to the provision of qualified postgraduate and competent personnel in the area of Human Kinetics Education especially in area of Adapted Physical Education. Thus, giving rise to the achievable programme delivery system facilities and equipment maintenance culture, proper budgeting and financing culture, and general administrative efficiency to cater for the special needs students. Academic and professional backings at the postgraduate level are the ingredients to proffer possible and appropriate solutions to the aforementioned challenges.

C.   Philosophy

The philosophy of the programme is to develop professional Special Needs Educators/Experts who will advance researches and practices that impart on sports performance, human health and wellness across lifespan regardless of physical, physiological, psychological or biomechanical disabilities.

D.  Aim and Objectives

The aim of the programme is to produce graduates of Adapted Human Kinetics Educators and be adequately equipped with relevant knowledge, research, competence, professional skills and attitudes to effectively function and practice as high level manpower in delivery of physical education programme to the special needs individual.

Objectives:

  1. developing Adapted Physical Education expertise of students;
  2. producing Adapted Physical educators who are knowledgeable and committed to the implementation of the National Policy on Education;
  3. developing competent and knowledgeable Adapted physical education experts researchers who will provide leadership in professional practice and intellectual competence in the field that is relevant to global context;
  4. producing Adapted Physical Education professionals who can give Nigerian sports world, Fitness, wellness and health industries and education a national identity while making it relevant in a global context to the special needs populace; and
  • serving as a medium for economic, social and Fitness and wellness empowerment for the students thus promoting entrepreneurship.

E.  Admission Requirements

Candidates for the Master degree in Adapted Physical Education must have the following:

‗O‘ Level Credits or equivalent in five subjects including English Language and Mathematics.

A good first degree honours in Human Kinetics/Physical Education with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division and other related course of study.

A good first degree honours in other disciplines with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division plus postgraduate Diploma in Education/Physical Education from any recognised university obtained at Credit Level.

In all cases, candidates may be expected to undergo a selection process involving qualifying examinations. However, all candidates who satisfy the Board of Postgraduate School, by scoring the minimum of 60% in the University qualifying examination may be admitted. Only University of Ilorin graduates with First Class and Second Class Upper division will be exempted from the qualifying examination.

Evidence that meet the matriculation requirements of the University of Choice. Evidence of NYSC discharge certificate or exemption/exclusion certificate is required.

F.  Duration of the Programme

  1. The Full-time programme shall run for a minimum of 18 calendar months and a maximum of 36 calendar months.
  2. The Part-time programme shall run for a minimum of 36 calendar months and a maximum of 48 calendar months.
  3. For extension beyond the maximum period, a special permission of the university shall be required.

G.   Detailed Course Description

Description of General Courses for M.Sc. (Ed.) Human Kinetics Programmes

RME 801 Research Methods in Education     3 Credits

Interpreting science education researches. Research designs. Advantages and disadvantages. Formulating a research problem. Collecting data. Case studies. Action research and statistical techniques. 45h (T); C

RME 803        Statistical Methods in Educational Research   2 Credits

Review of basic statistical concepts: descriptive, parametric, inferential and non- inferential statistics. T-statistics: ANOVA, ANCOVA, regression analysis, chi- square and statistical techniques for post-hoc analysis. Application of computer in statistical analysis, meaning and results of statistical analysis. 15h; (T); C

RME 805     Educational Measurement and Test Construction  3 Credits

Measurement: scale and scaling models. Theory of measurement error. Test construction procedures: item writing, analysis and assembly in achievement. Aptitude and non-cognitive test reliability and validity of test, practical work in test construction. 30h (T); 45h (P); E

HKE 801     Research Methods in Human Kinetics and Health Education 3 Credits

Problems definition. Formulation of hypotheses and propositions. Approaches to data collection. Documentary. Survey and interview. Quasi- experimental/experimental. Cross sectional and   longitudinal designs. Instrumentation. Applications of statistical methods and computer language in human movement research. 45h (T); C

HKE 802   Statistical Methods in Human Kinetics and Health Education         3 Credits

Types of distributions: binomial, t, f and distributions. Hypotheses testing. Types of errors. Statistical tests: t-test, f-test and power of tests. Analysis of variance. Regression analysis. Test for paired observations and other randomised block design. Comparative techniques and trend analysis in human movement. 45h (T); C

HKE 803       Graduate Seminar      2 Credits

Analysis and discussion of current issues and problems in physical education, and sports. Review of current literature in research and contemporary trends in sports, physical education, exercise and sports science. Adapted physical education, curriculum and teacher development. Recreation and tourism in Nigeria and other countries.30h (T); C

Detailed Description of M.Sc. (Ed.) Adapted Human Kinetics Education

APE 804      Physical Education Programme for the Disabled      2 Credits

Planning of programmes. Developmental patterns. Learning and perception evaluation. Assistive devices. Graded exercises programmes. Individualised education plan. Basic skill activities. Postural and body awareness. Outdoor education and camping for disabled. 30h (T); C (Pre: PED/HKE 203)

APE 805     Physical Education Programme for the Deaf      2 Credits

Psychology of hearing, factors associated with hearing, classification of hearing, impairments intervention procedures, scope of physical education programmes for deaf. 30h (T); E

APE 806    Physical Education Programme for the Mentally Disabled       2 Credits

Nature and causes of mental retardation. Classification and prevalence. Methods of teaching mental retardation. Physical education curriculum goals in relation to mental disability. 30h (T); C


APE 807    Methods and Materials for teaching Handicapped Children         2 Credits

Etiological factors of various handicapping conditions. Environmental and instructional concerns. Nature and scope of curriculum. Behavioural modification and assessment. 30h (T); C

APE 808     Programme Development in Adapted Physical Education        2 Credits

Adapted physical education service model, factors affecting programme design, individualised programme planning, group assessment and programme planning, activity analysis, its application and programme evaluation. 30h (T); C

APE 809      Current Issues in Adapted Physical Education       2 Credits

Forum for gathering facts. Points of view. Value judgement and decision-making in the pedagogy of physical education and sports for handicapped. Consultation and study of research activities. Publications and presentation of papers and seminar. 30h (T); E

APE 810       Rehabilitation of the Physically Handicapped     2 Credits

Identification. Analysis and evaluation of physically handicapping conditions. Rehabilitation procedures: muscle testing, therapeutic exercise, massage and relaxation. 30h (T); E

APE 811   Survey of Physical Defects and Etiology  2 Credits

Survey of human physical disabilities, combined with adaptive and rehabilitative measures to promote better living for the individual. Study of the diseases involved. Methods of ameliorating the disabilities. Therapeutic exercise for conditioning. 30h (T); C

APE 812    Seminar and Research in Adapted Physical Education       2 Credits

Growth and development. Assessment of handicapped. Perceptual motor assessment. Therapeutic exercise for conditioning. Indoor adapted sports and games. Unit plans for adapted physical education programmes. Class discussion and writing of research reports on handicapped. 30h (T); C


APE 813    Practicum in Adapted Physical Education  2 Credits

Practical training in dealing with handicapped with special motor skills. Psychological evaluation. Physiological evaluation. Measurement of physical fitness of handicapped. 30h (T); E

APE 814     Physical Education Programme for the Visually Handicapped 2 Credits

Study of etiology and classification of visual impairment. Factors associated with blindness. Intervention procedures. Scope of physical education programmes for the visually impaired including modification and assistive devices. 30h (T); E

HKE 839      Dissertation      5 Credits

Independent research project on a topic approved by the department. 225h (P); C

  • Graduation Requirements

To qualify for the award of Master degree in Adapted Physical Education, a candidate must pass a minimum of 30 Credits including all Core and Electives courses.

Core and electives (chosen from the area of specialisation)                                                            24 Credits

Research project in the area of specialisation                               6 Credits

Total                                                   =                                           30 Credits

I.     Summary Core Courses:

HKE 801 (3), HKE 802 (3), HKE 803 (2), HKE 839 (5), HKE 801 (3) APE 804(2), APE 806 (2), APE 807 (2), HKE 808 (2), APE 811(2), APE 812 (2)           30 Credits

Elective Courses: APE 805 (2), APE 809 (2), APE 810 (2), APE 813 (2), APE 814 (2), RME 802(3)                                           13 Credits

Total                                                   =                                                            43 Credits

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