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• PE 230: Teaching and Coaching of Track & Field

  3.00 Credits

  Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course is designed to introduce the student to the teaching and coaching aspects of track & field. Skill acquisition, strength and conditioning methods, teaching and coaching skills and historical perspectives of track & field will be studies. Emphasis will be placed on planning and applying developmentally appropriate activities for all learners.
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• PE 231: Strategies for Teaching Physical Activity

  3.00 Credits

  Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course is designed to teach evidence-based educational methods and adult learning strategies to equip the student to educate individuals throughout the lifespan through: 1) a basic understanding of learning and developmental theories; 2) communication techniques; 3) positive behavior management; 4) environmental modifications; and 5) group engagement strategies.
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• PE 236: Introduction to Kayaking

  2.00 Credits

  Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

  
  This introductory course is designed to explore the fundamental skill and safety concepts necessary to paddle a kayak effectively. Safety procedures will be emphasized such as entering and exiting the kayak, the bow rescue, the Eskimo roll, as well as self-rescue and group-rescue approaches. Various paddling techniques including power strokes, turning strokes, and bracing with the paddle will be examined. In addition, equipment selection and care, boating regulations, tripping planning and logistics, outdoor leadership, basic water reading skills, white water classification and minimum environmental impact techniques will be addressed. An overview of the various types of kayaks and kayaking, such as whitewater kayaks, sit-on-top kayaks, and touring kayaks, as well as necessary safety equipment, will be explored.
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• PE 237: Emergency Medical Response

  3.00 Credits

  Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course is designed to provide the student with the knowledge and skills necessary to work as an emergency medical responder (EMR) to help sustain life, reduce pain and minimize the consequences of injury or sudden illness until more advanced medical help takes over. The course content meets or exceeds the current Emergency Medical Services Educational Standards for Emergency Medical Responders and current NATA Education Competencies.
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• PE 238: Applied Principles of Exercise

  3.00 Credits

  Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course will provide students with an understanding of applied exercise principles associated with both health and skill related fitness, topics will include: warm up and cool down protocols, exercise frequency, intensity, type and time (FITT) principles, overload, progression, specificity, regularity and individuality (Basic Training Principles) and target heart-rate.
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• PE 240: Downhill Snow Skiing II

  1.00 Credits

  Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

  
  Advanced techniques of downhill skiing are presented. Instruction takes place at Peek N' Peak Resort. This is a Wellness and Lifetime Activity Course (offered to all students).
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• PE 241: Outdoor Pursuits

  3.00 Credits

  Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course is designed to introduce the student to the varied but interrelated topics of outdoor pursuits, adventure programming, experiential education, group problem-solving, and cooperative games philosophy. The course will provide physical activity, direct experience, and leadership techniques in adventure challenges which require elf-discipline, a willingness to try, and personal commitment. This is a Theory and Technique Course.
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• PE 242: Physical Health and Fitness Education

  3.00 Credits

  Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course is designed to provide knowledge of evidence based benefits associated with regular physical activity along with knowledge to develop, organize, administer and assess age appropriate physical activity and fitness programs for children, adolescents and adults.
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• PE 243: Educational Movement in Health & Wellness

  3.00 Credits

  Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course helps students achieve individual competency in applying educational gymnastics, fundamental movement, educational/multicultural games and educational/creative dance to learn Laban's educational movement concepts through the use of cooperative learning, problem solving and guided discovery. Students construct developmentally appropriate interdisciplinary standards-based expressive movement experiences that show meaningful application to children's learning inclusive of children with special needs and English language learners. Content will also address health and wellness concepts central to grades PreK-4 as it relates to educational movement. Students will reflect (metacognition) upon their educational movement experiences including but not limited to individual competency, diversity, critical thinking, core subject integration and differentiating instruction.
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• PE 250: Equine Assisted Activities

  3.00 Credits

  Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

  
  An introduction to equine assisted activities including basic safety skills, lesson preparation, benefits for individuals with disabilities, tack/equine selection, and certification procedures. Students will gain practical experience through riding horses and assisting individuals with disabilities during lessons.
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