Empowering Adapted and Inclusive Physical Education Through Artificial Intelligence: A Systematic Review
- AIOR Admin
- 7 days ago
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Jeddahlyn B. Falyao
Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the education sector. It can offer inclusivity for students with special educational needs in Physical Education (PE). This review synthesized current researches and reviews that focused on the application and future directions of AI in Adapted Physical Education (APE) and Inclusive Physical Education (IPE). It is grounded in established theoretical frameworks, including the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT), and Universal Design for Learning (UDL). The AI-driven methods help overcome the drawbacks of traditional methods, such as large class sizes and insufficient individualized support. With the help of AI, personalized learning, real-time feedback, and data-driven instructional modifications become feasible. The application of AI to APE/IPE includes motion analysis, adaptive learning platforms, intelligent tutoring systems, and virtual and augmented reality for skills development, injury prevention, and health monitoring. However, concerns and difficulties persist around data privacy issues, ethical considerations, inadequate teacher training, infrastructure limitations, and ensuring equal access to AI technology. The review emphasizes the necessity for professional development of educators, clear policy frameworks for data protection, and inclusive design with stakeholders to ensure that AI tools align with the pedagogical goals and learner needs. Future research should focus on the longitudinal impacts, cultural adaptability, and the balance of AI support with human interaction to sustain the social and motivational aspects of physical education. Ultimately responsible, clear, and well-supported AI integration in APE/IPE holds promise for transforming teaching and learning practices towards a more engaging, personalized, and effective physical education for all students.
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