Physical education for children with autism spectrum disorder in an educational organization

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Golikova E.M.
Orenburg State Pedagogical University, Orenburg

Botagariev T.A.
Zhubanov Aktobe Regional University, Aktobe, Kazakhstan

Kubieva S.S.
Zhubanov Aktobe Regional University, Aktobe, Kazakhstan

Otegenov N.O.
Zhubanov Aktobe Regional University, Aktobe, Kazakhstan

Objective of the study:
To identify the specifics of organizing physical education and sports activities for children with autism spectrum disorder in an educational organization.

Methods and structure of the study:
Analysis and generalization of physical education and sports activities for children with autism spectrum disorder, involving children aged 9-10 years in special and general education schools.

Results and conclusions:
The study showed significant improvements in physical fitness indicators for children engaged in both lessons and extracurricular activities, highlighting the need for supplementary physical education to enhance motor skills, coordination, and self-control.

Keywords:
physical education, children, autism spectrum disorder

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