CPRP Therapeutic Recreation and Inclusive Programming 3

Question 1

What is a 'reasonable accommodation' under the ADA in a recreation setting?

Accepted Answer

A modification that provides equal access without fundamentally altering the program or creating undue burden

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Any modification requested by a participant, regardless of cost or impact

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A modification that fundamentally alters the essential nature of a program or service

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Only physical modifications to buildings and facilities

Question 2

When developing inclusive recreation programs, which approach is considered best practice?

Accepted Answer

Applying Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles to build flexibility and access into programs from the outset

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Designing separate specialized programs first, then integrating willing participants later

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Requiring all participants with disabilities to obtain physician clearance before enrollment

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Limiting program options to only those activities that are easiest to adapt

Question 3

'Adaptive sports' in recreational programming refers to:

Accepted Answer

Modified versions of mainstream sports or new sports designed to enable participation by individuals with physical, cognitive, or sensory disabilities

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Sports that change their rules frequently based on weather or environmental conditions

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Sports programs designed exclusively for elderly or senior participants

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Online or virtual versions of traditional physical sports activities

Question 4

Which federal law, passed in 1990, serves as the primary foundation for disability rights and accessibility requirements in public recreation facilities and programs?

Accepted Answer

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

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Rehabilitation Act of 1973

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Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

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Section 504 of the Vocational Rehabilitation Act

Question 5

A 'transition plan' in therapeutic recreation services primarily refers to:

Accepted Answer

A structured plan for moving a participant from more intensive TR services to a less restrictive environment with greater independence

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A plan for moving equipment and supplies between recreation facilities

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A staff scheduling plan for transitioning between seasonal programming periods

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A financial plan for transitioning program budgets between fiscal years

Question 6

When a park and recreation agency conducts an ADA 'self-evaluation,' what is the primary purpose?

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To review all policies, practices, and procedures to identify and correct any that discriminate against individuals with disabilities

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To evaluate the individual job performance of recreation staff members

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To assess the financial performance and profitability of recreation programs

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To evaluate the effectiveness of the agency's marketing and outreach campaigns

Question 7

In inclusive recreation programming, an 'inclusion aide' or 'support person' is best described as:

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A trained individual who provides targeted supports to enable a participant with a disability to independently participate in a program

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A staff member who completes all activities on behalf of a participant with a disability

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A general volunteer who socializes equally with all program participants

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A family member required by law to accompany all participants with severe disabilities