Exercise Science and Physical Education, Teaching and Supervision of Physical Education Concentration (M.A.) - Graduate - 2012 University Catalog
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Overview:
The graduate program in Exercise Science and Physical Education provides students the opportunity to pursue advanced study in the general field of exercise science and physical education, and to enhance proficiency in an area of concentration. Concentrations are offered in Exercise Science, Sports Administration and Coaching, and Teaching and Supervision in Physical Education. Many of the courses in this program are offered in a hybrid format in which some of the class meetings take place in the classroom while the remaining class sessions are conducted online. Facilities for learning activities and research in motor learning, biomechanics, and exercise physiology are provided in the state-of-the art Human Performance Laboratory and the Physical Education Activity Laboratory in University Hall.
The concentration in Teaching and Supervision in Physical Education is designed to augment competencies necessary for teaching in school programs and administration of physical education. A primary strength of the program is the curriculum, which provides the practicing physical educator with opportunities to study advanced theory in the development of motor skills and physical activity habits, as well as principles in curriculum design, supervision, and reflective teaching specific to physical education.EXERCISE SCI & PE w/CONC:Teach&Supv PE
Complete 33 semester hours including the following 4 requirement(s):
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REQUIRED CORE COURSES
Complete for 3 semester hours.
PEMJ 502 Methods of Inquiry and Analysis (3 hours lecture) 3 -
TEACHING/SUPERVISION OF PE CONCENTRATION
Complete 6 courses for 18 semester hours:
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FREE ELECTIVES
Complete 9 semester hours of graduate courses (500 level or above) from any department.
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CAPSTONE EXPERIENCE
Complete for 3 semester hours.
PEMJ 598 Applied Project 3
Course Descriptions:
PEMJ502: Methods of Inquiry and Analysis (3 hours lecture)
An introduction to the theory and design of historical, descriptive and experimental methods of research in physical education, sport and exercise science. Descriptive and inferential statistics will be applied to various methods of inquiry, including qualitative and quantitative approaches to research. 3 sh.
PEMJ521: Technology Integration in Exercise Science and Physical Education (3 hours lecture)
This course provides the fundamentals of current technologies in the three following areas: (a) integrating technology in the classroom to introduce teachers to those aspects of educational technology that are designed to facilitate teaching and learninng; (b) integrating technology in the fitness lab to introduce teachers and fitness specialists to computer-based health-management systems that allow for exercise evaluation, nutrition evaluation and health-risk assessments; and (c) using technology to manage the professional office including document processing, spreadsheet applications, database management, graphic construction, and communications. 3 sh.
PEMJ531: Practicum in Adapted Physical Education
A class that provides students with the opportunity to work directly with people with disabilities in the school or agency setting. Class sessions will also be scheduled to discuss current issues in inclusive and adapted physical activity classrooms and to further elaborate on appropriate pedagogical techniques to be used within the classroom. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: PEMJ 351 or departmental approval.
PEMJ542: Applied Cardiac Rehabilitation (3 hours lecture)
The course is designed to provide the student with current information regarding the application of scientific and programming principles of cardiac rehabilitation in a variety of settings. Students are also given the opportunity to work with actual cardiac rehabilitation patients in an appropriate hospital setting. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: An undergraduate course in exercise physiology.
PEMJ548: Practicum in Individualized Exercise Programs
This course provides the student the opportunity for practical experience in the application of individualized exercise prescriptions for asymptomatic and/or symptomatic individuals in a variety of nonschool settings. 3 - 6 sh.
Prerequisites: Completion of required courses within area of specialization in exercise sciences (12 s.h.) or permission of instructor.
PEMJ552: Seminar in Current Problems in Athletics (3 hours seminar)
The organization, planning and administration of intramural and interscholastic sports programs for men and women. Program development, scheduling, promotion and conduct of the program and personnel selection. Other persistent problems identified by the students will be discussed as will trends in such areas as sports media, coaching and officiating. 3 sh.
PEMJ554: Orientation to Sports Medicine (3 hours lecture)
An introductory course in the prevention and basic care of selected injuries and sudden illness in athletes. Students receive training and certification in sport safety including cardiopulmonary resuscitation, first aid, and use of an automated external defibrillation device. They also develop strategies for minimizing risk of athletes in a sport setting. 3 sh.
PEMJ556: Teaching for Skill Acquisition (3 hours lecture)
This is an advanced course examining the process of skill acquisition. It is aimed at practitioners (e.g. educators, coaches, therapists) who want to better understand how humans learn motor skills, and how to facilitate this process. Students explore theories of skill acquisition and examine research evidence of best practice for learners in varying periods of development. They integrate this knowledge with practical methods applicable to teaching and coaching settings. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: An undergraduate course in motor learning.
PEMJ557: Human Motor Development (3 hours lecture)
In this course, students learn about the lifespan changes in human motor skill that occur from the first movements of the fetus to the adaptive movements of the elderly. To focus on issues relevant to practitioners, special attention is given to the motor development of school-aged children, and students learn how teaching and coaching methods must be tailored to each developmental level. 3 sh.
PEMJ560: Curriculum in Physical Education (3 hours lecture)
This course provides an analysis of current curricular models for physical education programs grades K-12. Strategies for curriculum change are also examined, and students have opportunities to apply theories of curriculum development to actual school settings. 3 sh.
PEMJ562: Concepts in Physical Activity (3 hours lecture)
This course provides and in-depth examination of strategies to promote adoption of a physically active lifestyle in and outside of a physical education classroom. Assessment of physical activity and application of age appropriate programming designed to maximize daily activity will be emphasized. 3 sh.
PEMJ565: Reflective Teaching in Physical Education (3 hours lecture)
The focus of this course is on reflective practice. In particular, specific strategies for reflection will be presented, and different ways of studying teaching behavior and teaching effectiveness will be explored. 3 sh.
PEMJ575: Philosophical and Sociological Foundations of Sport and Physical Education (3 hours lecture)
The historical development of modern physical education programs. The sociological factors affecting behavior in modern society applied to teaching and coaching situations. 3 sh.
PEMJ577: Supervision in Physical Education (3 hours lecture)
An analysis of theory and research related to supervision in facilitating effective teaching to provide pupils with appropriate learning experiences in Physical Education programs. 3 sh.
PEMJ580: Independent Study in Physical Education
An experience in the pursuit of study of topics which may be outside the scope of regular curricular offerings or may be an extension of a course or courses. May be repeated for a maximum of 3.0 credits. Completion and approval of independent study application form required prior to registration. 1 - 3 sh.
Prerequisites: Departmental approval.
PEMJ592: Selected Topics in Exercise Science and Physical Education (3 hours lecture)
In this course, students engage in an in-depth theoretical and practical study of a current aspect of exercise science, sport or physical education. Topics will be determined prior to the course offering and will be publicized. This course may be repeated once for a maximum of 6.0 credits as long as the topic is different. 3 sh.
PEMJ598: Applied Project
Guidance in conducting an applied project in physical education, sport or exercise science. Each student is required to develop a tangible product such as position paper, journal article, action research investigation, instructional videotape/CD ROM, review of curriculum, policy manual, etc. A formal written report of the completed project is to be submitted to the faculty of the Department of Exercise Science and Physical Education. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: Completion of a minimum of 21 credits in the program, including PEMJ 502.
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