The environment in support of physical activity and ability to function (5cr)

Objectives (course unit)

Learning goals The student is able to: • Define the main concepts used in the course. • Based on scientific evidence, explain the influence of various environmental factors on physical activity and functional capacity. • Name with justification the factors that promote and hinder physical activity and functional capacity from the perspective of the environment. • Evaluate critically and based on evidence accessibility and availability regarding the environment from the perspective of physical activity and ability to function. • Critically evaluate the importance of environment in increasing participation, as well as find evidence based solutions for participation in the planning phase of the environment. • Evaluate critically and based on evidence the impact that decisions concerning the environment have regarding promotion of physical activity and functional capacity.

Content (course unit)

Contents • Main concepts, such as the environment, physical activity, functional capacity, and participation • The environmental effects on physical activity and functional capacity • Factors related to the environment that promote and hinder physical activity and functional capacity • Environment accessibility and availability • Participation in planning the environment and in promoting physical activity and functional capacity • Technological solutions for promoting physical activity and functional capacity • Impact evaluation

Prerequisites (course unit)

This course is meant for Master's Degree students.

Assessment scale

1-5