Description:

This course will introduce the student to the field of physical education and sport. This course will discuss the historical, biomechanical, physiological and psychological foundations of physical education and sport. It will examine the role of physical activity as a means to help individuals acquire the skills, fitness levels and knowledge that contribute to the arena of physical development and organized competition. It will also discuss the role physical education and sports play in our society. Each individual will develop a personal philosophy for physical education and sports. 3 hrs./wk. This course will meet the general education requirement for Health and/or Physical Education.

Supplies: Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Prerequisites: NONE

Textbook(s): For information see - http://bookstore.jccc.net

Course Fees: NONE

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course the student should be able to:

1. Articulate the meaning and philosophy of physical education and sport.
2. Discuss the role of physical education and sport in our society.
3. Justify the importance of movement as the keystone of physical education and sport.
4. Organize the historical foundations of physical education and sport.
5. Interpret the biomechanical foundations of physical education and sport.
6. Explain the importance of exercise physiology in physical education and sport.
7. Explain the importance of fitness in physical education and sport.
8. Review the sociological foundations of physical education and sport.
9. Review the psychological foundations of physical education and sport.
10. Appraise teaching and coaching careers in physical education and sport.
11. Appraise fitness and health related careers in physical education and sport.
12. Appraise sport management careers in physical education and sport.
13. Appraise media careers in physical education and sport.
14. Summarize professional development in physical education and sport.
15. Discuss the future of physical education and sport.

Content Outline & Competencies:

I. Philosophy of Physical Education and Sport
   A. Discuss the nature of contemporary physical education and sport.
   B. Define the following: sport history, sport sociology, sport
psychology, motor development, motor learning, biomechanics, exercise
physiology, sports medicine, sport pedagogy, adapted physical activity,
and sport management.
   C. Describe the goals of education in our society.
   D. Identify the characteristics of a physically educated person.
   E. Articulate the contributions of physical education and sport to the
field of general education.
   F. Discuss the importance of assessment in physical education and
sport.
   G. Develop a personal philosophy of physical education and sport.

II. The Role of Physical Education and Sport in our Society
   A. Interpret to ones peers the role physical education and sport plays
in health and wellness.
   B. Discuss the fitness movement.
   C. Compare the current educational reform movement to physical
education programs.

III. The Movement Revolution and Physical Education
   A. Explain why movement is the keystone of physical education and
sport.
   B. Define locomotor skills.
   C. Show the relationship between movement concepts, fundamental
movement skills, sport skills, dance, and fitness activities.
   D. Analyze techniques to demonstrate in teaching fundamental movement
skills.

VI. Historical Foundations of Physical Education and Sport
   A. Trace the history of physical education and sport.
   B. Explain the contributions of the Athenian Greeks to physical
education and sport.
   C. Identify historical philosophies that were deterrents to Physical
education and sport.
   D. Identify historical events that served as catalysts for physical
education and sport.
   E. Identify leaders and the contributions of each to the field of
physical education and sport.

V. Biomechanical Foundations of Physical Education and Sport
   A. Define the term biomechanics and indicate its relationship to
kinesiology.
   B. Identify the value of biomechanics for the physical education an
sport profession.
   C. Define and illustrate an example of the following: stability,
motion, leverage, force.
   D. Describe several techniques used to analyze motion.

VI. Exercise Physiology
   A. Define exercise physiology.
   B. Explain the importance of exercise physiology in organizing training
parameters.
   C. Discuss training programs that utilize exercise physiology.

VII. Fitness
   A. Identify concepts of health and motor-performance fitness.
   B. Explain the principles and guidelines for designing fitness
programs.
   C. Identify and discuss contributors and deterrents to fitness.

VIII. Sociological Foundations of Physical Education and Sport
   A. Distinguish how sport is a socializing force in the American
culture.
   B. Discuss the state of “physical education” in our society today.

   C. Discuss the state of “sport” in our society today.
   D. Formulate a philosophy of physical education.
   E. Formulate a philosophy of sport.

IX. Psychological Foundations of Physical Education and sport
   A. Identify and give examples of the following: cognitive learning,
affective learning and psychomotor learning.
   B. Discuss motor learning in relationship to the following: readiness,
motor development, motivation, reinforcement,  and individual
differences.
   C. Define and discuss sport psychology.
   D. Describe the psychological benefits of participation in sport and
physical activities.
   E. Discuss the roles of anxiety, arousal and attention in performing
motor skills.

X. Teaching and Coaching Careers in Physical Education and Sport
   A. Describe the qualities of an effective teacher
   B. Describe the similarities and differences between teaching and
coaching.
   C. Discuss strategies to maximize opportunities for employment in a
teaching or coaching position.

XI. Fitness and Health Related Careers in Physical Education and Sport
   A. Research the responsibilities of a fitness and/or exercise
specialist.
   B. Research Web Sites for the various employment opportunities for a
fitness or an exercise specialist.
   C. Distinguish the differences between the fitness/exercise specialist
and an athletic trainer.
   D. Discuss the responsibilities of an athletic trainer. 

XII. Sport Management Careers
   A. Identify opportunities for professionals in sport management.
   B. Research Web Sites for entry level positions in sport management.

XIII. Sport Media Careers
   A. Describe career opportunities in sports media.
   B. Explain how preparation in physical education and sport can assist
individuals seeking media career opportunities.

XIV. Professional Develop in Physical Education and Sport
   A. Self-assess strengths, interests, goals, and career preferences.
   B. Discuss the role of practical experience in increasing professional
opportunities.
   C. Identify leadership skills for physical education and sport
professionals.
   D. List professional organizations in physical education and sport.

XV. Issues and Challenges of Physical Education
   A. Discuss the role of physical educators in promoting the development
of fitness values.
   B. Discuss the role of sport professionals in promoting fitness and
sportsmanship.
   C. Interpret the role of physical educators and sport professionals
from the perspective of today’s youth.
   D. Distinguish the role fitness plays in reducing the health care
crisis in America.
   E. Describe specific strategies that promote lifespan involvement in
physical activity and sport.

Methods of Evaluation of Competencies:

Evaluation of student mastery of course competencies will be accomplished using the following methods:

Tests and Final Exam            50-70% of grade
Projects                        20-50% of grade
Quizzes/Lab Assignment/Homework 15-25% of grade
Total                             100%

Caveats: NONE

Disabilities:

If you are a student with a disability, and if you will be requesting accommodations, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services. Access Services will recommend any appropriate accommodations to your professor and his/her director. The professor and director will identify for you which accommodations will be arranged.

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you desire support services, contact the office of Access Services for Students With Disabilities (913) 469-8500, ext. 3521 or TDD (913) 469-3885. The Access Services office is located in the Success Center on the second floor of the Student Center.