This course introduces selected topics in ethics and philosophy of sport as they relate to coaching and the broader conception of sport in our culture. Drawing on case studies and contemporary sources, the course examines beliefs about the value of competitive sport, its relationship to higher education and its implication for coaches. Students will develop and articulate their own coaching philosophy, and discuss related topics.

The physical and psychological components of stress, identification of personal stress response patterns and techniques for daily stress management.

The physical and psychological components of stress, identification of personal stress response patterns and techniques for daily stress management.

The goal of this course is to teach emergency medical care that enables the student to (a) recognize symptoms of illness and injuries; (b) implement proper procedures; (c) administer appropriate care; (d) achieve and maintain proficiency in all caregiving skills; (e) be responsible and behave in a professional manner; and (f) become certified in Community First Aid/AED and CPR for the Professional Rescuer.

The goal of this course is to teach emergency medical care that enables the student to (a) recognize symptoms of illness and injuries; (b) implement proper procedures; (c) administer appropriate care; (d) achieve and maintain proficiency in all caregiving skills; (e) be responsible and behave in a professional manner; and (f) become certified in Community First Aid/AED and CPR for the Professional Rescuer.

A beginning survey course of the disciplines that address physical activity and sport. The course takes into account the general effects of physical activity and how one studies and analyzes these experiences. Course content includes an examination of behavioral, sociocultural, and biophysical experiences and professional possibilities.

This one-credit, eight-week course will ask the question of what it means tostudy Africa. As the world’s second largest and most linguistically and culturallydiverse continent, Africa is also one of the world’s least understood historically,politically, socially, and culturally. This course thus aims to challengeconventional representations of the continent. In doing so, it also aims tointroduce students to the broader interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary study ofthe continent. Graded S/U only.

Offered both semesters each year for students pursuing educator licensure at the elementary level. Offered spring semester for students pursuing educator licensure at the middle and secondary school levels.

This course examines current theoretical perspectives about learning and teaching that are emerging from the learning sciences. Central to these theories are ideas about how people learn, both independently and in groups, in ways that facilitate critical thinking and the development of meaningful knowledge. Theories are applied to the design of curriculum, instruction and assessment. Open to seniors by permission of the instructor.

An examination of diversity in learning and background variables, and their consideration in promoting educational equity. Also, a look at special needs as factors in classroom teaching and student learning. Research and pre-practicum required.