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Overview
The Physical Education programs provide course work and related activities leading to competencies in the area of Physical Education. The courses embrace sufficient scope in content and variety in activities to fully equip a prospective graduate with adequate educational orientation and activity skills to meet the demands of the teaching profession. Practicum experiences with public school students, internships, and directed teaching are integral parts of the four year curriculum.
The department offers graduate and undergraduate level courses in physical education leading to certification by the state. The non-teaching degree program in physical education prepares the student to plan and manage programs similar to those in wellness centers, YMCA's and community centers. A minor in another discipline is required when electing the non-teaching physical education program.
Objectives
1. To provide a broad background in the historical and philosophical perspective of physical education.
2. To provide the basic knowledge in biological and other sciences that are required to understand the human body and principles of human movement.
3. To develop an appreciation for wellness and reacted aspects of physical fitness.
4. To provide instruction in motor skill development designed for multicultural and least restrictive educational settings.
5. To develop skills to organize, implement, administer an evaluate the physical education and athletic programs at all grade levels.
6. To develop a professional consciousness and an awareness of the need to keep abreast of current trends in physical education.
HEALTH, PHYSICAL EDUCATION, AND RECREATION PROGRAM AREA
The Program Area of Health, Physical Education and Recreation provides course work and related activities leading to competencies in the areas of Health and Physical Education.
The objectives of the Physical Education Program are to prepare professionals who:
1. Demonstrate knowledge of the historical, philosophical, psychological and sociological perspectives of physical education,
2. Demonstrate knowledge of the biological and other sciences required to understand the human body and principles of human movement,
3. Demonstrate knowledge and show appreciation for wellness and related aspects of physical fitness,
4. Demonstrate possession of the skills needed for the assessment, development, and maintenance of cardiovascular and physical fitness for a lifetime,
5. Possess the competencies needed to plan and teach activities for motor skill development designed for multicultural and least restrictive educational settings,
6. Possess the skills needed to teach a variety of motor skill activities,
7. Demonstrate ability to organize, implement, administer, and evaluate the physical education program at all grade levels,
8. Demonstrate mastery of knowledge and skills needed for the prevention and treatment of injuries,
9. Demonstrate knowledge of and the ability to apply techniques of coaching and officiating, and
10. Demonstrate knowledge of current trends in physical education and an awareness of the need to be informed.
The Program embraces sufficient scope in content and variety in activities to fully equip a prospective graduate with substantial educational orientation and activity skills to meet the demands of the profession. In this light, it desires to develop generally and, at the same time, lay a firm foundation for specialists in any areas which are included.
The Program offers areas of study leading to a Bachelor of Science degree in
1) Physical Education; and
2) Non-Teaching in Physical Education.
Students completing the Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Education are eligible for the State of Alabama Class "B" Teacher Certificate.
Physical Education Electives
PED 113 Badminton/Table Tennis/Shuffleboard
PED 115 Floor Hockey/Basketball
PED 116 Contemporary Dance
PED 117 Archery & Bowling
PED 132 Beginning Swimming, Aquatic Education
PED 135 Advanced Swimming and Lifesaving
PED 309 Psycho/Social Aspects of Physical Activity
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