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Physical Education CoursesNote: Coaching seminars and professional skill courses are identified by course number and title only.
An overview of the discipline of physical education, its foundations, and career opportunities within the profession. The class format includes small-group discussion as well as guest lectures by physical educators representing all facets of the profession. Freshmen only. 2 credits. (F,Y)
Introduction to computers and their application in the field of physical education, including word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software in a Microsoft Windows environment. HTML and Web-authoring software are used to create Web pages for professional applications. Cross-listed with 662-13900. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: 312-11000, 660-13900, 662-13900. Open only to majors in the Department of Health Promotion and Human Movement. Prerequisites: One 660- or 662-prefix course. 3 credits. (F-S,Y)
An introductory course for preparing prospective physical education teachers to teach public school-aged children. Students study the fundamental theories and principles related to motor, cognitive, and affective development throughout the life span, with emphasis on children and adolescents. In addition, detailed analysis of fundamental movement skills and their relationship to effective, developmentally appropriate teaching is conducted. 3 credits. (F-S,Y)
Provides future physical educators with an understanding of the most common disabilities many individuals in our country face both in and out of school. Emphasis is placed on the knowledge and strategies necessary for these future teachers to identify, assess, plan, and advocate for students with special needs, with the ultimate goal of providing a safe and successful learning experience for individuals with special needs in physical education settings. A practical lab situation is part of the course, as students work with other students with special needs in a weekly aquatics setting. Prerequisites: 660-10300 or 662-15200. 3 credits. (F-S,Y)
Instructs future teachers of physical education in the selection, planning, and implementation of developmentally appropriate activities for elementary school children. Students gain a conceptual framework for children's physical education curricula based upon the "skill theme approach" to curriculum development. Emphasis is placed on developing an applied understanding of what to teach. Prerequisites: 660-15500. 3 credits. (F-S,Y)
Incorporates basic kinesiological, biomechanical, and physiological principles and concepts with practical applications for physical activity, health-related fitness, and health promotion. Clinical procedures include body composition measurement, submaximal oxygen uptake testing, assessing blood pressure, calculating body mass indexes, and cholesterol screening. A major emphasis is placed on the assessment of health-related fitness and the prescription of various types of physical activities for children, adolescents, and adults. Prerequisites: 663-12000; 663-12100. 4 credits. (F-S,Y)
The philosophy and principles of coaching young athletes. Emphasis is placed on development of a coaching philosophy through critical examination of issues relating to coaching. Coaching responsibilities, developmental characteristics of children and youth, and their implications for the conduct of athletic programs, instructional and administrative methods, effective design and conduct of practices, and enhancement of contest performance are also discussed. Prerequisites: Sophomore standing. 3 credits. (F-S,Y)
Provides students with practical guidelines for the development and assessment of contemporary elementary physical education programs. Pedagogical skills and strategies for successful teaching as they pertain to the elementary school teaching situations are also emphasized. Developmentally appropriate physical education content using a movement framework (movement concepts and skill themes) serves as the basis for the course, which involves practicum teaching experiences in local elementary schools. Prerequisites: 330-21010; 660-23000; junior or senior standing. 3 credits. (F-S,Y)
Analysis of the program of physical education in secondary schools; criteria for the selection and grade placement of activities; consideration of methods and teaching techniques; and problems relating to program planning, time allotment, administration of facilities, and program evaluation. Observation and teaching of secondary physical education classes in the Ithaca school system, as well as micro-peer teaching on campus. Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing; 330-21010. 3 credits. (F-S,Y)
Practical experience in public, voluntary, or commercial agencies or businesses providing various types of physical education, sports-related activities, or services. Prerequisites: Major or minor in the Department of Health Promotion and Human Movement or the Department of Exercise and Sport Sciences; junior standing or above; permission of department chair. 1-6 credits. (F-S,Y)
Topics of current interest to faculty and students. Experimental courses are offered under this course number and title. This course may be repeated for credit for different selected topics. Prerequisites: As appropriate to topics. 1-3 credits. (IRR)
Presents and develops the skills necessary to teach a variety of nontraditional activities and games that are popular in high school curricula. Skill areas such as the following are presented: water polo, cricket, team handball, orienteering, personal defense, yoga, pickleball, racquetball, floor hockey, and other innovative activities. Prerequisites: 660-33200 or 660-33300. 1 credit. (F-S,Y)
Prepares students to assess student learning in a K-12 physical education setting. Through a combination of lectures, labs, discussions, and field-based activities, opportunities are provided to understand and apply current educational testing and evaluation procedures. Course content includes study of the criteria for selection of tests, application of statistical procedures, construction and analysis of assessment tools, procedures for classification and grading of students, and program assessment techniques. Credit may not be given for this course and 662-43900. Prerequisites: 660-33200, 660-33300, or 662-36000. 3 credits. (F-S,Y)
Policies and procedures in the organization and administration of physical education and athletics in the public school setting. Directed discussions and investigation of the nature and scope of administrative responsibilities in programs of physical education and athletics. Prerequisites: 660-33200, 660-33300, or senior standing in athletic training/exercise science. 3 credits. (F-S,Y)
Observation and supervised student teaching. Assignment to approved, cooperating schools full-time for one semester in the senior year. Experience in classroom observation, participation, teaching, coaching, and intramural and noon-hour supervision. Individual conferences with Ithaca College coordinators of field experiences. Required of all students preparing to teach physical education in elementary or secondary school. Prerequisites: Current American Red Cross CPR and first aid card; 330-21010; 660-33200; 660-33300; 795-34000. 12 credits. (F-S,Y)
Observation and supervised student teaching. Assignment to approved, public schools full-time for a half semester in the senior year. Experience in structured observation, classroom assisting, and direct instruction; additional experience in planning, conferencing, and related school duties outside regular class periods. Individual conferences are held with Ithaca College supervisors of field experiences. Required of all dual health education and physical education majors. Prerequisites: Current American Red Cross CPR and first aid card; 330-21010; 660-33200; 660-33300; 795-34000. 6 credits. (F-S,Y)
A field course to be taken in conjunction with 660-44100 Student Teaching in Physical Education. Examines current trends and developments in teaching and extracurricular activities, as well as situations identified in student teaching. Special interest speakers. 2 credits. (F-S,Y)
Individual study program for investigation of special problems in the field of physical education. Written report required. Prerequisites: Permission of instructor and department chair. 1-3 credits. (F-S,Y)
Supervised work experience in a sports-related service agency or business during the summer or the regular academic year. Prerequisites: Minimum 2.50 cumulative GPA; junior standing or above; Current American Red Cross CPR and first aid card; permission of the instructor and department chair. 6-12 credits. (F-S-Sum,Y) Professional SkillsSkill courses are designed to develop competence in the areas of dance, gymnastics, aquatics, individual and dual sports, and team sports. The courses emphasize skill development, preparation of resource material, and methodology of teaching particular activity skills, unlike GIPPE courses which concentrate primarily on skill development. Exemption from basic courses may be possible when competence can be verified by meeting prescribed levels of proficiency. All persons who participate in any activity course must have a health clearance on file in the Ithaca College health center. Individual and dual sports Credits
Dance
Team sports
Gymnastics
Aquatics
Independent study
Coaching seminarsCourses designed to develop competence in areas directly related to athletic coaching. Topics include principles of coaching and training (e.g., philosophy of coaching, skill development, offensive and defensive strategy, physical conditioning), administration of athletics, public relations, and current research in athletics. Prerequisites: Previous undergraduate skill course or team experience in the sport. 1 credit each.
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