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Sara Scharoun Benson is a Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at the University of Windsor's Faculty of Human Kinetics. Her research focuses on inclusive physical education, motor skill development in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and accessibility in fitness facilities. She has secured over $4.1 million in federal research grants to advance her work.
Education: No specific academic credentials listed in the provided text.
Research interests include exploring the interplay between motor and social skills in neurodivergent children, promoting physical literacy in elementary students, and designing inclusive fitness environments. Recent studies investigate how adaptive exercise programs affect volunteers and caregivers, as well as the role of teacher training in fostering inclusive physical education practices.
Her 2025 articles emphasize accessibility barriers in gyms, participation patterns among children with disabilities, and interventions to enhance fundamental movement skills. Earlier work (2023-2024) examines motor planning in children and cross-sectional analyses of motor control across age groups.
- Scientific Awards: No specific awards listed beyond grant funding
Advising and grants: Supervised Master's student Danielle Salters. Her research group collaborates with communities to implement programs like adaptive exercise initiatives and walking school buses in Northeastern Ontario. Recent studies highlight caregiver perspectives on activity participation and the impact of ASD comorbidities on development.
Labs/Teams: Engaged with interdisciplinary teams in pediatric exercise science, disability studies, and facility design. Collaborates with organizations to translate research into practical solutions for inclusive fitness environments.
