Debate on Inclusion in Sport
Discussion about inclusion in sports: how to make sure everyone can take part.
How to play
- Question: who gets left out of sports, and why?
- Each group takes one group of people (disability, gender, family income, background).
- Ideas for including them.
- Whole-class share.
Rules
- Respect.
Variations
Easier
One question.
Standard
Groups.
Harder
A proposal for the class.
Adaptations
- Shy students: in writing.
- Groups.
Learning goals
- Build inclusive values.
- Develop critical thinking.
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