Examining the Motor Development Patterns and Physical Activity Behaviors of autistic individuals

12/03/2021 47 min Temporada 6 Episodio 6

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Episode Synopsis

Using a radical pragmatic lens, Dr. Andrew M. Colombo-Dougovito uses his expertise in mixed methodology to employ both qualitative and quantitative methods to examine the motor development patterns and physical activity behaviors of autistic individuals across their lifespan. Within this work, he explores the societal and environmental structures that influence physical activity engagement and skill development to ensure equal opportunities are provided to autistic individuals and their families. Presently, Andrew is an Assistant Professor at the University of North Texas. There he also acts as the Director of the Physical Activity & Motor Skills Program, the Director of the Disability & Movement Research lab, and a faculty liaison to the Kristin Farmer Autism Center. He joined me this week to tell me more.
For more information: https://www.colombodougovito.com/
Twitter:  @ThatHippieProf

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