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Undergraduate Bulletin
Document Number 4.04.04(b)

Kinesiology and Physical Education

[1] Courses in Kinesiology and Physical Education (KPED)

1320 CONCEPTS OF LIFETIME HEALTH AND FITNESS A required general education health studies course designed to help students adopt and maintain the behaviors associated with an active and healthy lifestyle. The course uses a team-teaching approach between the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education and the Department of Health Sciences. Primary methods of instruction include lecture/discussion, interactive video, student participation in a health-risk appraisal, a behavior-change project, journal writing, fitness-assessment laboratories, a fitness prescription and implementation, and required participation in a variety of physical activities. Students with disabilities limiting or excluding participation in physical activities should contact the Office of Disability Support Services and enroll in KPED 1191 and HED 2200 under the guidance of their advisor. To earn a passing grade for this course, students must earn a passing grade in both the health and fitness sections. Fall, spring.

1350 INTRODUCTION TO ATHLETIC TRAINING A prerequisite course required of all students considering athletic training as a major and career. This course introduces athletic training as a profession, outlines its history and the role of the National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA), and exposes students to the professional preparation of athletic trainers and their role as health care professionals. In weekly laboratories and athletic training room observation, students will learn the basis of organization, prevention, recognition, care and rehabilitation of athletic injuries and illnesses. Lecture, discussion, laboratory, and required athletic training room observations. Prerequisite: BIOL 1400 or 1440 with a C or better.

2201 BASIC RHYTHMICS A course required of kinesiology and physical education majors. This course introduces students to the development of sequential fundamental movement patterns, creative rhythms, singing games, basic folk, round, and square dance. Lecture, activity, micro-teaches, and a required 15-hour field experience scheduled outside of class meeting times. Prerequisite: Major status or consent of instructor. On demand.

2203 GAMES FOR ELEMENTARY GRADES A course required of kinesiology and physical education majors. This course introduces students to the sequential development of individual and group game skills through drills, relays, line, circle, tag, lead-up, and classroom games. Lecture, activity, and a required 15-hour field experience scheduled outside of class meeting times. Prerequisite: Major status or consent of instructor. On demand.

2212 TEACHING BOWLING AND GOLF An elective individual-sport course for kinesiology and physical education majors. Course content is presented in two half-term sessions. The course emphasizes the rules, skills, and strategies used to participate in and teach bowling and golf. Lecture, activity, micro-teaches, and a 10-hour field experience scheduled outside of class meeting times. Prerequisite: Major status or consent of instructor. On demand.

2213 TEACHING ARCHERY AND BADMINTON An elective individual-sport course for kinesiology and physical education majors. Course content is presented in two half-term sessions. The course emphasizes the rules, skills, and strategies used to participate in and teach archery and badminton. Lecture, activity, micro-teaches, and a required 10-hour field experience scheduled outside of class meeting times. Prerequisite: Major status or consent of instructor. On demand. Spring.

2214 TEACHING TENNIS An elective individual-sport course for kinesiology and physical education majors and athletic training majors. This course emphasizes the rules, skills, and strategies used to participate in and teach tennis. Lecture, activity, micro-teaches, and a required 10-hour field experience scheduled outside of class meeting times. Prerequisite: Major status or consent of instructor. Fall, spring.

2215 TEACHING GYMNASTICS: WOMEN An elective individual-sport course of kinesiology majors and athletic training majors. This course emphasizes the rules, skills, and strategies used to participate in and teach gymnastics. Lecture, activity, micro teaches, and a required 10-hour field experience scheduled outside of class meeting times. Prerequisite: Major status or consent of instructor. On demand.

2216 TEACHING GYMNASTICS: MEN An elective individual-sport course for kinesiology and physical education majors and athletic training majors. This course emphasizes the rules, skills, and strategies used to participate in and teach gymnastics. Lecture, activity, micro teaches, and a required 10-hour field experience scheduled outside of class meeting times. Prerequisite: Major status or consent of instructor. On demand.

2222 TEACHING RACQUETBALL An elective individual-sport course for kinesiology and physical education majors. This course emphasizes the rules, skills, and strategies used to participate in and teach racquetball. Lecture, activity, micro teaches, and a required 10-hour field experience scheduled outside of class meeting times. Prerequisite: Major or minor status or consent of instructor. On demand.

2223 TEACHING OUTDOOR EDUCATION AND RECREATIONAL GAMES A required course for kinesiology and physical education majors. Course content is presented in two half-term sessions. The outdoor-education section introduces students to a variety of individual and team self-testing activities while the recreational-games section covers a variety of individual and dual games. Both sections emphasize the importance of and benefits from the inclusion of these types of activities in the physical education curriculum and in the individual's use of leisure time. Lecture, activity, micro-teaches, and a required field experience scheduled outside of class meeting times. Prerequisite: Major status or consent of instructor. Spring, summer.

2224 TEACHING SOCCER AND BASKETBALL An elective team-sport course for kinesiology and physical education majors and athletic training majors. Course content is presented in two half-term sessions. This course emphasizes the rules, skills, and strategies used to participate in and teach soccer and basketball. Lecture, activity, micro teaches, and a required 10-hour field experience scheduled outside of class meeting times. Prerequisite: Major status or consent of instructor. Fall.

2226 TEACHING VOLLEYBALL AND TRACK AND FIELD An elective team-sport course for kinesiology and physical education majors and athletic training majors. Course content is presented in two half-term sessions. The course emphasizes the rules, skills, and strategies used to participate in and teach volleyball and track and field. Lecture, activity, micro teaches, and a required 10-hour field experience scheduled outside of class meeting times. Prerequisite: Major status or consent of instructor. Spring.

2227 TEACHING ROUND AND FOLK DANCE An elective course of kinesiology and physical education majors. Course content is presented in two half-term sessions. The course emphasizes the history and fundamentals of round and folk dancing from various countries as well as instruction and practice in the techniques of teaching dance in educational, commercial and recreational settings. Lecture, activity, micro teaches, and a required 10-hour field experience scheduled outside of class meeting times. Prerequisite: Major status or consent of instructor. On demand.

2228 TEACHING SQUARE DANCE An elective course for kinesiology and physical education majors. This course emphasizes the history, skills, and techniques of square dancing and the techniques of calling square dance as well as instruction and practice in the techniques of teaching dance in educational, commercial, and recreational settings. Lecture, activity, micro teaches, and a required 10-hour field experience scheduled outside of class meeting times. Prerequisite: Major status or consent of instructor. On demand.

2229 TEACHING BALLROOM DANCE An elective course for kinesiology and physical education majors. This course covers the courtesies, techniques, and skills involved in ballroom dance as well as instruction and practice in the techniques of teaching dance in educational, commercial, and recreational settings. Lecture, activity, micro teaches, and a required 10-hour field experience scheduled outside of class meeting times. Prerequisite: Major status or consent of instructor. On demand.

2250 INTRODUCTION TO DANCE AND RHYTHMICAL ACTIVITIES A required course for kinesiology and physical education majors. This course provides students with a basic knowledge of several dance genres and rhythmical activities as well as instruction and practice in the techniques of teaching dance in educational, commercial, and recreational settings. Lecture, activity, cooperative learning, micro teaches, and a required 10-hour field experience scheduled outside of class meeting times. Prerequisite: Major status or consent of instructor. Fall.

2300 PRINCIPLES OF KINESIOLOGY AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION A core course for kinesiology and physical education majors and athletic training majors. This course provides an overview of physical education, exercise science, and athletic training and an examination of historical, biological, psychological, sociological, and curricular foundations impacting the discipline. Lecture, activity, and required professional activities scheduled outside of class meeting times. Prerequisites: Sophomore classification and major status or consent of instructor. Fall, spring.

2322 RECREATION LEADERSHIP An elective course for kinesiology and physical education majors. This course introduces students to the skills and techniques needed to conduct a variety of school and community recreation activities. Lecture, cooperative learning, and a required 10-hour field experience scheduled outside of class meeting times. Prerequisite: Major status or consent of instructor. On demand.

2340 MOTOR DEVELOPMENT AND LEARNING A required course for kinesiology and physical education majors. This course emphasizes a lifespan approach to the study of motor development and motor learning. The motor development portion of the course emphasizes theories and task analysis focused on motor skill acquisition. The motor learning and behavior section covers the processes underlying skilled performance, including how skill performances are learned and how to apply the principles of performance and learning in teaching, coaching, and rehabilitation settings. Lecture, laboratory, use of specialized computer software, videotapes, student presentations, and a required 10-hour field experience scheduled outside of class meeting times. Prerequisites: Admission to PETE or KPED program or consent of instructor, Co-requisite KPED 3330. Fall.

2353 PREVENTION, RECOGNITION AND CARE OF GENERAL MEDICAL PATHOLOGY A required course for athletic training majors, this course is designed for athletic training students to gain knowledge and experience in managing a variety of medical conditions and disabilities. Students will be introduced to the roles that other medical and allied health personnel play in the referral, management, and treatment of athletes and physically active people. Students will learn the importance of a systematic and thorough assessment process in the management of pathology and disabilities in athletes. Lecture, guest lecture, discussion, laboratory, and required field study experience. Prerequisites: Admission to the athletic training education program and FACS 1300 with a grade of C or better. Spring.

2381 ANATOMICAL KINESIOLOGY A core course required of kinesiology majors, athletic training majors, and students seeking a coaching endorsement. This course is a directed study of human anatomy with its adaptations to biomechanical principles. In-depth study of the skeletal and articulation system and the muscular and nervous systems along with other key anatomical structures and functions. Lecture and use of anatomical computer software by students. Prerequisite: BIOL 1400 or 1410 with a grade of C or higher. Fall, spring, summer.

2395 COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORT An elective course for kinesiology and physical education majors, athletic training majors, and students seeking a coaching endorsement. This course provides students with the opportunities to develop competency in the selection and use of computer hardware and software pertinent to health and physical education, exercise science, athletic training, coaching, and sport. Lecture and computer laboratory sessions. Laboratory sessions are designed to provide direct experience with keyboard data entry using specialized software as well as the use of peripheral equipment. Prerequisites: Sophomore classification and major status or consent of instructor. On demand.

3210 COACHING BASEBALL An elective course for kinesiology and physical education majors and students seeking a coaching endorsement. This course emphasizes techniques of effective coaching, a study of the fundamentals of baseball, the use of progressive drills, and team development for competitive baseball programs. Lecture, simulations, discussion, and a required 10-hour field experience scheduled outside of class meeting times. Prerequisite: Major status or consent of instructor. On demand.

3211 COACHING FOOTBALL An elective course for kinesiology and physical education majors and students seeking a coaching endorsement. This course emphasizes techniques of effective coaching, the use of progressive drills, a study of the basic offensive and defensive formations and patterns, and team development for competitive football programs. Lecture, simulations, discussion, and a required 10-hour field experience scheduled outside of class meeting times. Prerequisite: Major status or consent of instructor. On demand.

3212 COACHING BASKETBALL An elective course for kinesiology and physical education majors and students seeking a coaching endorsement. This course emphasizes effective coaching techniques, the use of progressive drills, a study of the basic offensive and defensive patterns, and team development for competitive basketball programs. Lecture, simulations, discussion, and a required 10-hour field experience scheduled outside of class meeting times. Prerequisite: Major status or consent of instructor. On demand.

3213 COACHING TRACK An elective course for kinesiology and physical education majors and students seeking a coaching endorsement. This course emphasizes effective coaching techniques, the use of progressive drills, and team development for competitive track and field programs. Lecture, simulations, discussion, and a required 10-hour field experience scheduled outside of class meeting times. Prerequisite: Major status or consent of instructor. On demand.

3214 COACHING VOLLEYBALL AND GYMNASTICS An elective course for kinesiology and physical education majors and students seeking a coaching endorsement. This course emphasizes effective coaching techniques, the use of progressive drills, a study of the basic offensive and defensive volleyball patterns, and team development for competitive volleyball and gymnastics. Lecture, simulations, discussion, and a required 10-hour field experience scheduled outside of class meeting times. Prerequisite: Major status or consent of instructor. On demand.

3220 MOTOR SKILLS AND FITNESS ACTIVITIES FOR P-4 LEARNERS A required course for P-4 childhood education majors and taken as part of the academic content block during the junior year. The course emphasizes the development of skills, knowledge, disposition and strategies in activities appropriate for P-4 elementary physical education programs. Lecture, cooperative learning, peer micro teaches, and a required field experience including observation, participation and teaching in elementary physical education under the direct supervision of an elementary physical education specialist. Prerequisites: Admission to teacher education; KPED 1320, ECSE 3400, and EDUC 3309. On demand.

3240 SECONDARY SCHOOL ATHLETIC PROGRAMS An elective course for kinesiology and physical education majors and students seeking a coaching endorsement. This course provides fundamental knowledge of the leadership and management skills necessary for the administration of secondary school athletics. Lecture, discussion, guest speakers, and a required 10-hour field experience scheduled outside of class meeting times. Prerequisite: Major status or consent of instructor. On demand.

3301 ATHLETIC TRAINING CLINICAL EXPERIENCES I A required course for athletic training majors, this course provides students with knowledge of the care, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries occurring to the lower extremities. Athletic training students will assess and recognize acute, as well as, overuse conditions in the lower extremity. Students will be introduced to and practice many contemporary assessment, treatment and rehabilitation techniques used in caring for physically active patients. Lecture, discussion, laboratory, and required field study experiences. Prerequisites: KPED 2353 with a grade of B or better. Pre- or co-requisite: KPED 3382 with a grade of C or better. Fall.

3315 SPORTS OFFICIATING An elective course for kinesiology and physical education majors and students seeking a coaching endorsement. This course examines the basic elements of sports officiating including interpretations of rules and regulations and provides students with opportunities to fulfill the role of officials in a variety of sports. Lecture, activity, simulations, and a required 15-hour officiating practicum scheduled outside of class meeting times. Prerequisite: Major status or consent of instructor. On demand.

3316 CURRICULUM A required course for kinesiology and physical education majors. This course is designed to familiarize students with basic curricular theories, models, trends, and issues and the relationship between curriculum and instructional strategies. Lecture, discussion, student presentations, professional portfolios, use of e-mail and internet, and required field experiences. Prerequisites: Admission to PETE or KPED programs; junior classification; and major status or consent of instructor. Spring.

3327 ATHLETIC TRAINING CLINICAL EXPERIENCES II A required course for athletic training majors, this course provides students with knowledge of the care, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries occurring to the upper extremities. Athletic training students will assess and recognize acute, as well as, overuse conditions in the upper extremity. Students will practice many contemporary assessment, treatment and rehabilitation techniques used in caring for physically active patients. Lecture, discussion, laboratory, and required field study experiences. Prerequisite: KPED 3301 with a grade of B or better, KPED 3354 with a C orbetter. Spring.

3330 PHYSICAL EDUCATION FOR ELEMENTARY GRADES A required course for kinesiology and physical education majors. This course helps students develop their knowledge and understanding of the planning, organization, and instructional styles included in physical education at the early childhood and elementary school level. Lecture, cooperative learning, peer micro teaches, and a required 15-hour field experience including observation, participation, and teaching in elementary physical education under the direct supervision of an elementary physical education specialist. Field experience is scheduled outside of class meeting times. Prerequisites: Admission to PETE or KPED program, junior classification; and major status or consent of instructor. Co-requisite KPED 2340. Fall.

3331 CARE AND PREVENTION OF EXERCISE AND SPORT INJURIES A required for kinesiology and physical education majors and students seeking a coaching endorsement. This course introduces students to the broad discipline of caring for exercise and sports injuries. Key topics of study include anatomy, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation techniques, emergency procedures and liability issues in athletics and activity. Lecture, discussion, and laboratory. Laboratory sessions will introduce various wrapping and strapping techniques in addition to basic rehabilitation procedures. Prerequisite: KPED 2381 or BIO 2405 or 2406 with a grade of C or better. On demand.

3335 THERAPEUTIC EXERCISE A required course for athletic training majors, this course is designed for students to learn contemporary knowledge and skill in the rehabilitation of athletes and the physically active. Students learn the indications, contraindications, and physiological effects of resistance methods prescribed in therapeutic and injury preventive exercise. Primary methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, a research project and required hands-on laboratory experiences. Prerequisites: KPED 1125 and KPED 1135 with a grade of C or better and KPED 2353 with a grade of B or better. Fall.

3345 THERAPEUTIC MODALITIES A required course for athletic training majors, this course is designed for athletic training students to learn contemporary knowledge and skill in the application of therapeutic modalities for athletic injuries. Students will explore the concepts of how thermal, electrical, and mechanical agents affect the stages of wound healing. Students will establish a sound rationale for selecting modality protocols that are appropriate for the treatment of a variety of athletic injuries. Lecture, discussion, case-study presentations, and required hands-on laboratory experiences. Prerequisites: BIOL 2405 or 2406 and KPED 3335 with a grade of C or better. Spring.

3351 EVALUATION TECHNIQUES FOR LOWER EXTREMITY A required course for athletic training majors, this course provides students with an understanding of the relationship of injuries to various lower extremity anatomical structures and the injuries affect on normal musculoskeletal function. Students will learn a systematic method of assessment, learning various techniques that ensure thorough injury assessment. Lecture, discussion, and required laboratory experiences. Prerequisite: Admission to the athletic training education program. Spring.

3354 EVALUATION TECHNIQUES FOR UPPER EXTREMITY A required course for athletic training majors, this course provides students with an understanding of the relationship of injuries to various upper extremity anatomical structures and the injuries affect on normal musculoskeletal function. Students will learn a systematic method of assessment, learning various techniques that ensure thorough injury assessment. Lecture, discussion, and required laboratory experiences. Prerequisite: KPED 3351 with a C or better. Fall.

3363 ADAPTED PHYSICAL EDUCATION A required course for kinesiology and physical education majors. This course provides basic information on disabling conditions and how to provide adapted physical education programs based upon an individual's assessed needs. Lecture, discussion, and a required 10-hour clinical and field experience scheduled outside of class meeting times. Prerequisites: Admission to PETE or KPED program. Fall, summer.

3382 MECHANICAL KINESIOLOGY A core course required of kinesiology and physical education majors and athletic training majors. This course is designed to develop students' understanding of the mechanical principles that govern the effectiveness with which physical education, fitness, and sport skills are performed. Lecture, discussion, and individual research projects. Prerequisites: PHYS 1400 or CHEM 1402 or 1450 with a grade of C or higher. Fall, summer.

4230 FITNESS ASSESSMENT AND EXERCISE PRESCRIPTION A core course required of kinesiology and physical education majors and athletic training majors. This course focuses on the foundations, theories, principles, and measurement of physical fitness and in particular the means for conducting fitness testing and providing exercise prescriptions. Students will learn how to screen subjects, assess physical fitness levels, and prescribe appropriate exercise training based upon an individual's goals and assessed needs. Lecture, activity, simulations, and required field experiences. Prerequisites: KPED 4300 major status or consent of instructor. Fall, spring, summer.

4300 EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY A core course required of kinesiology and physical education majors, and athletic training majors and an elective for students with an allied health career interest. This course emphasizes the study of muscular activity and the associated energy systems, the general effects of exercise on physiologic processes and body functions, and the adaptations that occur as a result of physical exercise training. Lecture, laboratories, specialized computer software and a research project. Prerequisites: KPED 2381 or BIOL 2405 or BIOL 2406 or consent of instructor. Fall, spring, summer.

4301 ATHLETIC TRAINING CLINICAL EXPERIENCES III A required course for athletic training majors, this course is designed for athletic training students to learn about and experience how to care for and prevent the injuries that occur in equipment intensive sports. Athletic training students will attain knowledge and skill regarding a variety of injuries (e.g., brain injuries, fractures, dislocations, wound management, and emergency on-the-field evaluation of spine injuries). Students will learn the principles regarding protective equipment, including standards for design, construction, maintenance, and reconditioning of protective sports equipment, bracing and protective pad fabrication. Lecture, discussion, laboratory, and required field study experiences. Prerequisite: KPED 3327 with a grade of B or better and KPED 4325 with a C or better. Fall.

4310 METHODS AND MATERIALS OF SECONDARY PHYSICAL EDUCATION A required course for kinesiology and physical education majors. The application of instructional methods including writing and implementing instructional objectives, performing task analysis, designing and implementing lesson plans, and microteaching. Lecture, cooperative learning, physical activities, unit planning, and peer micro teaches. Clinical and field experiences will be required. Prerequisites: Admission to PETE or KPED program and KPED 2340 and 3316, Co-requsiite KPED 4380. Fall.

4315 PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT IN ATHLETIC TRAINING A required course for athletic training majors taken during the final semester of enrollment. Students will explore current trends and issues in the profession of athletic training. Students will develop methods for educating others about the profession and disseminating information about injury/illness prevention. Students will gain knowledge regarding the academic preparation, credentialing (certification and licensure) and continuing education needed for the legal and ethical practice of athletic training. Primary methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and student presentations. Computer applications used in this course. Prerequisite: KPED 4301 with a B or better, KPED 4330 with a C or better. Co-requisite KPED 4327. Spring.

4320 MEASUREMENT AND EVALUATION IN HUMAN PERFORMANCE A required core course for kinesiology and physical education majors and athletic training majors. This course focuses on the analysis of theoretical and practical issues involved in evaluation of motor performance, behavior and knowledge. Interpretation of research with an emphasis on statistical techniques is included. Lecture, discussion, laboratory experiences, and use of statistical analysis software. Prerequisites: admission to PETE, KPED or ATE program; junior or senior classification; and major status or consent of instructor. Spring.

4325 HEAD, NECK, AND SPINE INJURY MANAGEMENT A required course for athletic training majors, this course is designed to provide students with an ability to perform a systematic method of evaluation of injuries to the head, neck, thoracic region, and spine. Students will conduct clinical evaluations and practice the techniques used in managing various catastrophic injuries under the direct supervision of an approved clinical instructor. Lecture, discussion, and required hands-on laboratory experiences. Prerequisite: KPED 3354 with a C or better. Spring.

4327 ATHLETIC TRAINING CLINICAL EXPERIENCE IV A required capstone course for athletic training majors taken during the final semester of enrollment, this course is designed to afford the student an internship experience in the private sector of athletic training. Practical experiences will be directed and assigned by the approved clinical instructor. These activities may include school visitations, injury management, surgery observations, clinical evaluations, and rehabilitation. The primary method of instruction is an internship focusing on the transition of the learner from student to an entry level allied health professional under the direct supervision of an approved clinical instructor and the academic coordinator of clinical education. Prerequisite: KPED 4301 with a grade of B or better, KPED 4330 with a C or better. Co-requisite: KPED 4315. Spring.

4330 ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENT OF ATHLETIC TRAINING A required course of athletic training majors, students will learn management theories and strategies used in athletic training facilities will be explored. Specific topics include employment practices, budgeting, inventory, record keeping, facility design, occupational health and safety, computer applications, and legal issues. Lecture, discussion, projects. Prerequisite: admission to the athletic training program. Fall.

4351 PHYSICAL EDUCATION ADMINISTRATION An elective course for kinesiology and physical education majors and those seeking a coaching endorsement. This course is designed to cover the organization, planning, implementation, and administration of physical activity, sport, and exercise science programs in educational, clinical, corporate, and community settings. Topics include the arrangement of units within the program, the process of responsibility of leadership, public relations, budgets, and facilities. Lecture, discussion, case studies, and use of specialized computer software. Prerequisites: KPED 2300, 2340, and 2381; junior or senior classification; and major status or seeking a coaching endorsement. On demand.

4363 EVALUATION AND ASSESSMENT IN ADAPTED PHYSICAL EDUCATION An elective course for kinesiology and physical education majors. The course focuses on the development of evaluation and assessment skills and exposure to specific research questions in the field of adapted physical education. Lecture, discussion, case studies, and required field experience. Prerequisite: KPED 2300, 2340, and 2381; junior or senior classification; and major status or consent of instructor. On demand.

4380 INTERNSHIP I: PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH Internship I is a required course for Kinesiology and physical education majors. The internship occurs in a variety of settings where students gain experience in organizing instruction, creating a productive learning environment, identifying and using community resources, and developing professional behaviors. Prerequsite: admission to the PETE or KPED program, KPED 2340 and 3316, co-requisite KPED 4310. Fall.

4390 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN KINESIOLOGY AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION A course of directed study and independent work in a chosen area in kinesiology and physical education, exercise science, or athletic training under the supervision of a selected faculty member. Honors course. The primary instructional method is a mentor-protégé format. Prerequisites: minimum cumulative and departmental grade point average and consent of instructor and chair regarding selected topic. On demand.

4395 SPORT IN AMERICAN SOCIETY A core course for kinesiology and physical education majors and athletic training majors. This course emphasizes sport within a sociological context. Theories of sport and society will be examined to analyze and explain various relationships existing between sport and American society. Particular attention is directed toward sport and social groups, processes, forces, and institutions. Prerequisite: Junior or senior classification. Fall, summer.

4171, 4271, 4371 WORKSHOP IN KINESIOLOGY AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION Specific topics/problems in kinesiology and physical education with emphasis on current trends in physical education, exercise science and athletic training. Primary instructional strategies will vary depending on topic. Variable credit (1-3 hours). On demand.

4690 INTERNSHIP II This course involves teaching under supervision in a public school setting. Requires full-day involvement and seminars. Taken concurrently with KPED 4691. Prerequisites: Admission into the physical education - teacher education program, completion of Internship I with a C or better, and successful completion of Praxis II (Exam 0856 and 092). Spring.

4691 INTERNSHIP II This course involves teaching under supervision in a public school setting. Requires full-day involvement and seminars. Taken concurrently with KPED 4690. Prerequisites: Admission into the physical education - teacher education program, completion of Internship I with a C or better, and successful completion of Praxis II (Exam 0856 and 092). Spring.