2024, Vol. 4, Issue 1, Part A
Effect of dance movement therapy on gross motor functioning skills among children with visual impairment having additional disabilities
Author(s): Yukti Gupta and Dr. Sujata Bhan
Abstract: Given how inherent movement is to human existence, its significance is frequently undervalued. Nonetheless, it is essential for a child's social, cognitive, and physical development. Experiences also aid in the acquisition and growth of basic movement abilities. Early childhood education lays the groundwork for these abilities, which are crucial for promoting an active lifestyle. Movements are integral to development of fine and gross motor skills, and encourage young children to reach out and actively explore the world around them. Children with visual impairment having additional disabilities experience difficulties in motor co-ordination which reduces functional skills. The current research made an attempt to investigate the effect of dance movement therapy on gross motor skills among children with visual impairment having additional disabilities. Experimental method of single subject design was adopted for the present study. Pretests and post-tests of motor performance were given before and after a four-week treatment period to assess changes. Five children with visual impairment having additional disabilities from a special school at Navi Mumbai were selected as sample through purposive sampling technique. A researcher made questionnaire with 25 items was used to collect the data. Results of the study indicate that dance movement therapy could serve as a form of gross motor stimulation in children with visual impairment having additional disabilities.
DOI: 10.22271/27103862.2024.v4.i1a.65
Pages: 09-14 | Views: 304 | Downloads: 232
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Yukti Gupta and Dr. Sujata Bhan. Effect of dance movement therapy on gross motor functioning skills among children with visual impairment having additional disabilities. International Journal of Research in Special Education. 2024; 4(1): 09-14. DOI: 10.22271/27103862.2024.v4.i1a.65
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