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This volume addresses a range of philosophical and ethical issues in adapted physical activity and disability sports participation more broadly. It is comprised of a range of essays by international scholars whose backgrounds embrace different traditions of philosophy, pedagogy and adapted physical activity.The principal aim of the symposium was to open up and critically explore a range of conceptual and ethical issues and perspectives that have arisen with respect to the engagement of persons with dis/abilities in a range of physical activity contexts including, but not exclusively located in, mainstream sporting activities.This book was published as a special issue in Sport, Ethics and Philosophy.
This volume critically explores the philosophical and ethical dimensions of adapted physical activity and disability sports participation. It is composed of essays by international scholars from diverse backgrounds in philosophy, pedagogy, and adapted physical activity, aiming to open up and examine conceptual and ethical issues arising from the engagement of persons with disabilities in various physical activity contexts, including mainstream sports.
This collection, published as a special issue of Sport, Ethics and Philosophy, brings together international scholars to examine the complex ethical landscape of disability sports and adapted physical activity. The essays are designed to critically explore a range of conceptual issues and perspectives that emerge when individuals with disabilities engage in physical activities. The book's approach suggests a deep dive into the philosophical underpinnings of inclusion and fairness within sports contexts.
Page Count:
190
Publication Date:
2009-01-01
ISBN-10:
0415487978
ISBN-13:
9780415487979
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