General Orientation

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Special Olympics Exercise

1. Who is eligible to participate in Special Olympics? *

2. What five unique aspects differentiate Special Olympics from other sports organizations? *

3. What program does Special Olympics offer to athletes with the more severe levels of disability? *

4. List two unique characteristics of people with intellectual disabilities/developmental disabilities that affect how they learn sports and require coaches to modify their instruction? *

5. What is the minimum amount of time (weeks/hours) required within a sport season that Special Olympics athlete needs to train and compete? *

6. Does Special Olympics stress the recreational or competition approach to sports? *

Recreational Competition Both Neither

7. Name one way Special Olympics competition differs from other sports competitions. *

8. What is Special Olympics Unified Sports? *

9. List three opportunities available to individuals who want to be involved with Special Olympics as non-competitors. *

10. List the steps you take if you suspect an athlete is being abused or neglected. *

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