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Physical Education

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PHED 130 MOTOR DEVELOPMENT - 3 hrs
This course involves the study of motor maturation and development variances affecting motor efficiency in individuals. The focus is on the application of lifespan foundational growth and motor development knowledge needed by the Physical Education professional. Prereq: PHED 170.

PHED 140 MOTOR LEARNING - 3 hrs
Study of the principles of motor learning and performance and the acquisition of practical knowledge about motor skills and performance; the factors which affect skill acquisition, motor performance, and the teaching-learning process. Prereq: PHED 130 or permission of instructor.

PHED 150 THEORY AND PRACTICE OF RHYTHMIC ACTIVITY - 5 hrs (alt. yrs.)
A concentrated study of basic rhythmic activities and various dance forms fundamental to and appropriate for the PreK-12 physical education program. This course should be taken immediately after PHED 130 is completed. Prereq: PHED 130.

PHED 170 PROFESSIONAL PERSPECTIVES IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION - 3 hrs
This course is designed to acquaint students with basic information, history, philosophy, ethics, professional organizations, standards, and competencies unique to entry level physical educators in school and community settings. The Otterbein College Education Program as well as the State of Ohio licensure and the NASPE/NCATE standards will be introduced in this course.

PHED 211 EARLY CHILDHOOD PHYSICAL EDUCATION FOR CLASSROOM TEACHERS - 3 hrs
This course focuses on physical education for the preschool-primary age child (ages 3-8) from the prospective of the classroom teacher. Emphasis will be on acquiring a basic understanding of and screening strategies for normal motor development; developmentally appropriate motor programming for all children; and teaching strategies for effective learner-task-environment (materials, equipment, etc.) interrelationships which enable young learners to develop the fundamental motor and rhythmic skills that form the basis of all games, dance, and sport activities. Attention will also be given to the importance of integrating movement across the curriculum for increasing learner ownership of content concepts and skills. Prereq: EDUC 160 and INST 130, or permission of instructor.

PHED 212 EARLY CHILDHOOD PHYSICAL EDUCATION - 3 hrs
This course focuses on physical education for the preK-5 age child from the prospective of the physical education specialist. Emphasis will be on acquiring a basic understanding of and screening strategies for normal motor development; developmentally appropriate motor programming for all children; and teaching strategies for effective learner-task-environment (materials, equipment, etc.) interrelationships which enable young learners to develop the fundamental motor and rhythmic skills that form the basis of all games, dance, and sport activities. Attention will also be given to the importance of integrating movement across the curriculum for increasing learner ownership of content concepts and skills. Prereq: EDUC 160, INST 130 and PHED 130/140/150; or permission of instructor.

PHED 220 EARLY CHILDHOOD PHYSICAL EDUCATION FIELD EXPERIENCE - 2 hrs
Laboratory experiences in early childhood physical education for physical education majors in teacher education. Take concurrently with PHED 212.

PHED 290 TECHNIQUES AND STRATEGIES OF COACHING - 2 hrs
A study of the philosophies, ethics, methods, strategies and mechanics of coaching. Prereq: open to Physical Education majors/minors and Coaching minors only, or permission of instructor.

PHED 290.10 BASEBALL - 2 hrs
PHED 290.20 BASKETBALL - 2 hrs
PHED 290.30 FOOTBALL - 2 hrs
PHED 290.40 POWER VOLLEYBALL - 2 hrs
PHED 290.50 SOCCER - 2 hrs
PHED 290.60 TRACK AND FIELD - 2 hrs
PHED 290.70 SOFTBALL - 2 hrs

PHED 310 TECHNIQUES OF TEAM SPORTS - 4 hrs (alt. yrs.)
A study of principles and techniques of team sports. A presentation of learning experiences enabling students to gain knowledge of the rules and etiquette, basic skills, and strategies for team sports. Prereq: junior standing or permission of instructor.

PHED 320 TECHNIQUES OF INDIVIDUAL AND DUAL SPORTS - 4 hrs
A study of the principles and techniques of individual and dual sports. A presentation of learning experiences enabling students to gain knowledge of the rules and etiquette, basic skills and strategies for individual and dual sports. Prereq: junior standing or permission of instructor.

PHED 330 DEVELOPMENTAL TEACHING METHODS IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION FOR GRADES 6-12 - 3 hrs
A study of physical education teaching methods as they pertain to the 6th-12th grade levels. Involves teaching methods and materials in physical education and techniques for implementing classroom strategies. Prereq: PHED 170 or permission of instructor

PHED 360 ADAPTED PHYSICAL EDUCATION - 3 hrs
A study of physical education programming adjustments to accommodate children identified with special needs. It includes the legal basis and processes for identification, placement, support and programming strategies for infants to young adults as well as lifetime leisure opportunities. Open to juniors and seniors only; Prereq: PHED 212/220 and one course from PHED 310/320/330; or permission of instructor.

PHED 370 ADAPTED PHYSICAL EDUCATION FIELD EXPERIENCE 2 hrs
Laboratory experience in adapted physical education for health and physical education majors in teacher education. Take concurrently with PHED 360.

PHED 380 ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT: HEALTH, PHYSICAL EDUCATION, SPORT MANAGEMENT OR ATHLETIC TRAINING - 5 hrs
The nature, culture, and mechanisms of organizations and management of educational, athletic, sport and leisure, and athletic training programs. Open to junior and senior departmental majors or permission of instructor.

PHED 381 ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT LAB - 1 hr
This course is designed to supplement the PHED 380 course � Organization and Management: Athletic Training. As a laboratory course, the student will learn the necessary clinical skills associated with the didactic learning that is being taught in the classroom portion of the associated athletic training class. Coreq: PHED 380

PHED 410 MEASUREMENT AND EVALUATION IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION, SPORT AND WELLNESS - 4 hrs
This course will focus on the basic concepts of testing, measuring, and evaluating various forms of sport, physical activity, and wellness; evaluating and interpreting results of data from tests and performances, and making fundamental and valid decisions. Open to junior and senior departmental majors or permission of instructor.

PHED 440 EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY - 5 hrs
A study of the effect of exercise on the physiology of metabolism, circulation, respiration and muscle function. Athletic performance will be examined with factors such as environment, body composition, nutrition, ergogenic aids and training. Prereq: L SC 111, 112 or permission of instructor.

PHED 480 PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION - 4 hrs
A reflective study of the underlying principles and the nature of physical education as it relates to the issues and trends of contemporary physical education and sport in our culture. Case studies will be used. Course also includes discussions surrounding advocacy for physical education as well as researching and writing a potential manuscript. Open to junior and senior departmental majors or permission of instructor.