Exercise Science and Physical Education, Teaching and Supervision of Physical Education Concentration (M.A.) - Graduate - 2009 University Catalog
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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. The program is designed to develop and augment competencies necessary for teaching in school programs, coaching of athletics, conducting individualized exercise programs, administration of physical education and/or athletics, and administration of specialized exercise programs in a non-school setting.
Both theoretical and practical approaches are emphasized throughout the program. In addition to coursework in an area of concentration, all students complete a core of required courses to develop competency in evaluating and interpreting research. Within the core, students are given an option of conducting an applied project, a formal research project or completing an internship. In addition, up to 9 semester hours of electives are available to provide students with an opportunity to explore other areas or take courses to satisfy state requirements for the Supervisory Certificate. 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. These facilities are available for class work and independent research by students and faculty.
The Department of Exercise Science and Physical Education is a member of the Panzer School Council and is administered by the College of Education and Human Services. The Master of Arts degree with a major in Physical Education has been offered at Montclair State since 1964.
ADMISSIONS
All applicants must meet the basic admission requirements for graduate study at Montclair State University. Additional requirements more specific to the program in Exercise Science and Physical Education are as follows. Applicants for the concentration in Exercise Science must have a bachelor’s degree with evidence of coursework in anatomy and physiology, and physiology of exercise. A bachelor’s degree is also required for the concentration in Sports Administration and Coaching. Students applying to this concentration without previous coursework in motor learning and kinesiology will be assigned selected readings to acquire a base level of knowledge in these areas. Applicants for the concentration in Teaching and Supervision in Physical Education must have a bachelor’s degree with a major in Physical Education (teaching track), or a teaching certificate in Physical Education. Students lacking adequate preparation may be required to take additional coursework at the undergraduate level as a prerequisite to matriculation in the master’s program.
EXERCISE SCI & PE w/CONC:Teach&Supv PE
Complete 33 semester hours including the following 3 requirement(s):
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REQUIRED CORE COURSES
Complete 2 courses for 6 semester hours:
PEMJ 502 Methods of Inquiry and Analysis 3 PEMJ 598 Applied Project 3 -
TEACHING/SUPERVISION OF PE CONCENTRATION
Complete 6 courses for 18 semester hours:
PEMJ 556 Teaching for Skill Acquisition 3 PEMJ 557 Human Motor Development 3 PEMJ 560 Curriculum in Physical Education 3 PEMJ 562 Concepts in Physical Activity 3 PEMJ 565 Reflective Teaching in Physical Education 3 PEMJ 577 Supervision in Physical Education 3 -
FREE ELECTIVES
Complete 9 semester hours of graduate courses (500 level or above) from any department.
PEMJ 521 Technology Integration in Exercise Science and Physical Education 3 PEMJ 531 Practicum in Physical Education for the Handicapped 3 PEMJ 542 Applied Cardiac Rehabilitation 3 PEMJ 548 Practicum in Individualized Exercise Programs 3-6 PEMJ 552 Seminar in Current Problems in Athletics 3 PEMJ 554 Orientation to Sports Medicine 3 PEMJ 575 Philosophical and Sociological Foundations of Sport and Physical Education 3 PEMJ 580 Independent Study in Physical Education 1-3 PEMJ 592 Selected Topics in Exercise Science and Physical Education 3
Course Descriptions:
PEMJ502: Methods of Inquiry and Analysis
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
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 Physical Education for the Handicapped
Practical experience with mentally retarded, emotionally disturbed, physically handicapped or sensory handicapped persons. Requirement is for 120 hours (including conference time). 3 sh.
Prerequisites: PEMJ 557 and instructor's permission.
PEMJ542: Applied Cardiac Rehabilitation
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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