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. Starting Winter 2015: Advanced 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. Starting Winter 2015: Students examine and discuss how psychosocial implications of disabilities relate to the classroom, what appropriate program planning should be implemented to help all students be successful, and how to asses students with disabilities in all domains. Students also explore current issues related to adapted physical education, inclusive physical education, and disability sport. Furthermore, students participate in a practicum component where they work with people with disabilities in a school or agency setting. 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. Starting Winter 2015: Seminar in Current Challenges 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. Starting Winter 2015: In this course students learn and apply knowledge and skills to successfully navigate current challenges in athletics as a coach or athletic administrator. Students explore a variety of topics including, but not limited to, the role of athletics in education and the larger community, administration of facility scheduling and personnel matters, effective management of issues concerning diversity, student athlete behavior, performance enhancing drugs, and sports medicine. 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. Starting Winter 2015: Students investigate issues related to prevention and basic care of selected injuries and sudden illness in athletes. They also receive training in emergency cardiovascular care including cardiopulmonary resuscitation, first aid, and use of an automated external defibrillation device and will be eligible for certification. By the end of the course students demonstrate ability to apply strategies for minimizing injury risk of athletes in a sport setting. 3 sh.

PEMJ557: Human Motor Development. Starting Winter 2015: Motor Behavior in Youth (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. Starting Winter 2015: In this course, students learn about the developmental changes in human motor skill that occur from early childhood to adulthood. Students focus attention on the motor development of school-aged children, and the way in which teaching and coaching methods must be tailored to each developmental period. 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. Starting Winter 2015: Students examine strategies to promote adoption of a physically active lifestyle in education, community, and health fitness settings. Specifically, students explore factors predictive of an active lifestyle, assessment of engagement in physical activity, application of age appropriate programming designed to maximize daily activity, and development of effective physical activity interventions for youth and adults. 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. Starting Winter 2015: Students examine reflective practice in teaching physical education, applying strategies and pedagogical skills rooted in theory and effective practice. Furthermore, students explore various teaching behaviors and teacher effectiveness with the aim of maximizing student learning in physical education. 3 sh.

PEMJ575: Philosophical and Sociological Foundations of Sport and Physical Education. Starting Winter 2015: 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. Starting Winter 2015: In this course students conduct an in-depth analysis of the different societal constructs that play a role in sport and physical education. Students examine how constructs such as race, gender, and social class affect sport and physical education. In addition, students discuss different philosophies regarding sports and physical education, and evaluate their own personal philosophy. 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.