Table 1. Alignment of Course
Objectives to Learning Outcomes for the Basic and Advanced Core
Basic Core (Personal Perspective) All students take all of these courses.
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Learning Outcome |
Health 110[1] |
Ex Sp 255 |
Ex Sp 258 |
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Content knowledge. . |
Define and discuss the dimensions of health. (exams,
class discussion2) Discuss the history of health as it relates to infectious
and lifestyle diseases. (class
discussion) Describe the interrelationships among
behavioral, hereditary, and environmental factors for a given health issue.
(exams & or class discussion) List the steps in a behavior self-management program.
(exam) Recognize the major health risks connected with unhealthy
lifestyles. (multiple choice[?] exam) Evaluate individual risk factors,
characteristics, and personal choices that contribute to their current
lifestyles. (Exam) Reflect upon and write reactions to selected health
concepts in a journal format. (paper) Select a specific health goal to accomplish and work hard
to achieve that goal. (paper) |
Describe the basic concepts and
applications associated with each of the major disciplines in the kinesiology
field. (multiple choice exams, paper, group presentation) Describe the different job
responsibilities and requirements associated with different professional
positions in the field. (multiple choice exams, group presentation) |
Understand the relationships among
physical activity, physical fitness and health. (exams) |
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Discovery and Critical Thinking. |
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Learn behavioral and cognitive skills to help them maintain
an active lifestyle. (multiple choice exam) |
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Communication.
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(paper, journal, class discussion) |
Demonstrate basic levels of proficiency in
specific communication skills so they can internalize and apply the content
from future coursework. (oral presentation, class discussion[2],
position paper) |
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Numeracy. |
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Be able to evaluate their current level of health
related fitness. (Lab project 1 & 2, exercise log book, fitness testing) |
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Technology.
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(on-line discussion WebCT) |
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Advanced Core (Scholarly Perspective) Biological All students take one or more of these
courses.
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Learning Outcome |
Ex Sp 355 (biomechanics) |
Ex Sp 358 (ex phys) |
HS 350 (human disease) |
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Content knowledge. . |
Define the terminology, list the goals and identify
questions asked by biomechanists.
(homework 1 & midterm exam) Obtain and analyze positions, velocities and
accelerations (kinematics) that occur during human movement. (homeworks 2 & 3, exercise 2 & 3,
labs 1,2 & 3, midterm exam) Obtain and analyze forces and torques (kinetics)
that occur during human motion.
(homework 4 & 5, exercise 4, laboratory 6 and final exam) Explain the process of estimating segment mass, center of
mass location and moment of inertia (anthropometrics) in the human body. (homework 4 & 5, exercise 4, laboratory
6 and final exam) Calculate internal forces and torques using kinematic,
inetic and anthropometric variables during static and dynamic human
motion. (homework 5, exercise 5,
laboratory 6 and final exam) Utilize the research process—know how to ask relevant
questions, formulate hypotheses, collect data, synthesize results and
evaluate the results relative to the hypotheses. (laboratory reports) |
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Discuss the history of disease—same in
both. Exam Discuss the principles of disease
occurrence—same. exam Describe the disease agents of
selected infectious and noninfectious diseases-same. exam Explain the current trends in human disease—Schabel. Exam Discuss the principles of the
study of epidemiology—almost same. Construct personal health projection by
collecting family disease history record—Schabel. (written & oral
presentation) Research and present information on a specific
disease—Schabel. (oral presentation) Explain the descriptive epidemiology of various human
disease and idenfity where such information can be found—Eisenmann. exam |
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Discovery and Critical Thinking. |
Utilize the research process—know how to ask relevant
questions, formulate hypotheses, collect data, synthesize results and
evaluate the results relative to the hypotheses. (laboratory reports) |
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Search and critically assess the literature
pertaining to the etiology, epidemiology, and prevention and treatment of
human disease—Eisenmann. Exam |
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Communication.
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Communicate the research to others in a coherent and
precise manner. (Laboratory reports,
exercise 1 and exams) |
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Numeracy. |
Obtain and analyze positions, velocities and
accelerations (kinematics) that occur during human movement. (homeworks 2 & 3, exercise 2 & 3,
labs 1,2 & 3, midterm exam) Obtain and analyze forces and torques (kinetics)
that occur during human motion.
(homework 4 & 5, exercise 4, laboratory 6 and final exam) Explain the process of estimating segment mass, center of
mass location and moment of inertia (anthropometrics) in the human body. (homework 4 & 5, exercise 4, laboratory
6 and final exam) Calculate internal forces and torques using kinematic,
inetic and anthropometric variables during static and dynamic human
motion. (homework 5, exercise 5,
laboratory 6 and final exam) |
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Calculate basic epidemiological statistics—Eisenmann.
exam |
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Technology |
Obtain and analyze positions, velocities and
accelerations (kinematics) that occur during human movement. (homeworks 2 & 3, exercise 2 & 3,
labs 1,2 & 3, midterm exam) Obtain and analyze forces and torques (kinetics)
that occur during human motion.
(homework 4 & 5, exercise 4, laboratory 6 and final exam) Explain the process of estimating segment mass, center of
mass location and moment of inertia (anthropometrics) in the human body. (homework 4 & 5, exercise 4, laboratory
6 and final exam) Calculate internal forces and torques using kinematic,
inetic and anthropometric variables during static and dynamic human
motion. (homework 5, exercise 5,
laboratory 6 and final exam) |
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Advanced Core (Scholarly Perspective) Behavioral All students take one or more of these
courses.
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Learning Outcome |
Ex Sp 360 (sociology) |
Ex Sp 365 or 366 (psychology) |
Ex Sp 372 (motor learning) |
HS 310 (Consumer Health) |
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Content knowledge. |
Increase their understanding of the sociology of
physical activity and sport and recognize the value of studying the
phenomenon. (exams) Distinguish and apply theoretical models and
concepts pertaining to the sociology of physical activity and sport. (exams) Using data based research think reflectively and critically
about the many myths relating to physical activity and sport associated with
a sociological perspective. (exams) Evaluate the sociological relationships
that exist between the different aspects of physical activity and society’s
institutions and the social processes that operate. (exams) Utilizing data based research and class discussions, think
reflectively and critically about the sociological issues and problems
presented in the course in relation to their present and future life
experience. (exams) |
List and describe definitions, distinctions and
proposed causal mechanisms for most causal mechanisms of most major
psychological theories that have been employed to study human behavior in the
context of physical activity (including personality, motivation, anxiety,
goal-setting, and social support). Analyze, distinguish, and apply the
theoretical knowledge to respond to challenges commonly encountered in the
arena of physical activity. (quizzes,
exams, homework) Examine and use some instruments of professional
practice in the domain of exercise psychology, such as self-report
questionnaires for assessment of anxiety and motivation. (exams, homework) Demonstrate an understanding of the interdisciplinary
nature of the study of sport and physical activity. (exam) |
Demonstrate a basic understanding of how each level of the
central nervous system contributes to motor control, and how these work
cooperatively resulting in coordinated movement. Describe and explain basic motor control
concepts, such as motor programming, dynamical systems theories, the roles of
attention and memory in movement, factors that affect reaction tim and the
speed-accuracy trade-off. Describe and explain the concept of motor
learning and what factors facilitate the motor learning process, such as
practice strategies, practice schedules, the use of augmented feedback, the
use of demonstrations, etc. |
Explain the concept of community and implications of this
concept in disease prevention and control. (Group project) Understand the principles and philosophy
of public health. Review the basic applications of epidemiology and
demography. Describe prevention and health promotion
methods to reduce the incidence of major diseases by the year 2010. |
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Discovery and Critical Thinking. |
Distinguish and apply theoretical models and
concepts pertaining to the sociology of physical activity and sport. (exams) Using data based research think reflectively and critically
about the many myths relating to physical activity and sport associated with
a sociological perspective. (exams) Evaluate the sociological relationships
that exist between the different aspects of physical activity and society’s
institutions and the social processes that operate. (exams) Utilizing data based research and class discussions, think
reflectively and critically about the sociological issues and problems
presented in the course in relation to their present and future |
Engage in discovery and independent critical thinking
by undertaking a semester long problem solving exercise (identify a research
question, use technology, evaluate, synthesize and draw conclusion). (written problem solving exercise) |
Develop the ability to analyze data and draw
conclusions. Address a question through scientific inquiry. Apply theoretical concepts to practical movement
settings. |
Explain the concept of community and implications of this
concept in disease prevention and control. (Group project) Relate current issues in community health to their
historical precedents. |
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Communication.
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Increase their understanding of the sociology of
physical activity and sport and recognize the value of studying the
phenomenon. (exams) Distinguish and apply theoretical models and
concepts pertaining to the sociology of physical activity and sport. (exams) Using data based research think reflectively and critically
about the many myths relating to physical activity and sport associated
with a sociological perspective. (exams) Evaluate the sociological relationships
that exist between the different aspects of physical activity and society’s
institutions and the social processes that operate. (exams) Utilizing data based research and class discussions, think
reflectively and critically about the sociological issues and problems
presented in the course in relation to their present and future |
Engage in discovery and independent critical thinking
by undertaking a semester long problem solving exercise (identify a research
question, use technology, evaluate, synthesize and draw conclusion). (written problem solving exercise) Submit writing in a formal technical style demonstrating
appropriate substance (content) and style of written communication. (problem
solving, homework) |
Develop scientific writing and speaking skills through
addressing a question via primary research articles in a library research
paper and a formal verbal presentation.
Develop logical and concise communication through
preparation of lab reports, a library research paper and formal verbal
presentation. |
Explain the concept of community and implications of this
concept in disease prevention and control. (Group project) Relate current issues in community health to their
historical precedents. Identify major agencies, foundations,
and associations supporting community health at the local, state, national,
and international levels. |
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Numeracy. |
Using data based research think reflectively and critically
about the many myths relating to physical activity and sport associated with
a sociological perspective. (exams) Utilizing data based research and class discussions, think
reflectively and critically about the sociological issues and problems
presented in the course in relation to their present and future |
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Measure motor control and motor learning through data
collection and analysis. Record and analyze performance while learning a
new motor skill. |
Explain the concept of community and implications of this
concept in disease prevention and control. (Group project) |
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Technology.
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Utilizing data based research and class discussions, think
reflectively and critically about the sociological issues and problems
presented in the course in relation to their present and future |
Engage in discovery and independent critical thinking
by undertaking a semester long problem solving exercise (identify a research
question, use technology, evaluate, synthesize and draw conclusion). (written problem solving exercise) |
Use Excel to plot data and Powerpoint for the verbal
presentation. Use computer databases to find relevant research
articles for paper. |
Relate current issues in community health to their
historical precedents. |
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Citizenship. |
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Relate current issues in community health to their
historical precedents. Identify major agencies, foundations,
and associations supporting community health at the local, state, national,
and international levels. |
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Lifelong learning. |
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Demonstrate appreciation and understanding of issues
related to professional ethics and responsibility in the domains of sport and
exercise psychology, such as credentialing, referral and confidentiality. |
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Identify major agencies, foundations,
and associations supporting community health at the local, state, national,
and international levels. |
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Diversity. |
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Demonstrate sensitivity to issues of diversity by
demonstrating understanding of research on topics such as cross-cultural
differences in psychological assessment, gender differences in personality
characteristics, and the cognitive and emotional changes associated with the
aging process. |
Explain how motor control and motor learning in children
and in elderly differ from young adults. |
Review the basic applications of epidemiology and
demography. |