Juegos predeportivos del atletismo paralímpico para favorecer las actitudes hacia la discapacidad visual.

Abstract

This article aims to present the results of a research process implemented within an inclusive classroom at José Félix Restrepo school in the city of Bogotá, with the intention of estimating the influence of a pedagogical proposal on the attitudes of non-disabled students towards students with visual disabilities, throughpre-sports games of Paralympic athletics. The research methodology is based on a socio-critical paradigm with an action-research design, since these are mainly focused on the self-reflection process that participants can have to contribute to the improvement of the society in which they are immersed (Alvarado and García, 2008). In parallel, the methodology used during the sports pedagogical proposal follows the guidelines of the inclusive and reciprocal teaching styles mentioned by Muska Mosston and Sara Ashworth (1986), as well as the inclusive dynamics of reverse integration or disability simulation. In this way, the analysis categories include considerations regarding attitudes, actions, and manifestations expressed by students throughout the interventions conducted. The main results show an increased interest on the part of the students in getting involved during physical education class with their classmates who have some type of disability. To conclude, it is relevant to mention the importance of creating other inclusive sports activities within the school, in order to favor interaction and attitudes towards people with visual impairment.