This course equips physical education (PE) teachers with advanced pedagogical skills and strategies for PE. This course emphasizes student engagement and learning enhancement from early childhood to grade 12 through innovative curriculum development and teaching methods. By covering technology integration, inclusive practices, contemporary theories, and assessment techniques, this course wm equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to create and evaluate comprehensive PE programs that cater to diverse student needs, thereby promoting lifelong physical wellness.

This course is designed to equip current physical education (PE) teachers with advanced, innovative techniques and strategies for monitoring and evaluating student progress within the K-12 PE education setting. Statistical software tools (e.g., Excel, SPSS, R) are integral for conducting data analysis in this course.

Designed to study lifetime sports such as tennis, archery, golf, swimming, badminton, and many others in which one may participate throughout life.

PE 522 Motor Behavior This graduate-level course explores the intricate relationship between the human brain, body, and behavior as it pertains to motor skills acquisition, control, learning, and performance across the lifespan. Through lectures, discussions, readings, and practical applications, students will investigate contemporary theories of motor control and the cognitive, associative, and autonomous stages of motor learning. Topics include the progression of motor skills from infancy to adulthood, expert performance characteristics, and factors influencing skill acquisition. Students will also examine neurodevelopmental and acquired motor disorders and learn principles of motor rehabilitation and intervention strategies. Practical applications will encompass coaching, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and human-computer interaction design. By critically analyzing research literature and studying case studies, students will deepen their understanding of motor behavior phenomena. By the course's end, students will possess analytical skills and a theoretical foundation necessary to address complex issues related to motor behavior across diverse oootdations and contexts.

Study of the organizational structure of physical education in two and four year colleges. The course will cover theory, professional preparation and practices and administration. The course will show how administrative theories are developed. It will dwell on the broad process of administration that might be designed as decision making, communicating, activating, planning and evaluating.

Study and application of research techniques to selected problems in health, physical education, and recreation.

In-depth study of the application of mechanical principles to athletic performance. The study will make application of laws of balance, motion, force, work and energy, to track and field, baseball, football, swimming, diving, gymnastics, basketball, golf, and tennis.

Lectures, discussions and experiments dealing with the structure, function and metabolism of skeletal and cardiac muscles Emphasis on correlating muscle function with metabolic events. The biochemical basis of adaptation of muscle function is considered.

Implementation of individual student research project under the guidance of an advisor.

Opportunity for students to undertake independent study and research under the direction of a faculty member. The student will submit a written report and may be asked to stand a comprehensive examination of his work.

This course will enable the student to develop knowledge and expertise in the areas of strength training, cardiovascular endurance, flexibility, reaction time, speed, and agility in traditional and non-traditional sports. Emphasis will be placed on implementation and measurement of the above programs in conjunction with athletic development.

This Course is intended to develop knowledge of current concepts and trends in sport and exercise nutrition, as well as the ability to plan and implement a nutrition program designed to meet the unique needs of all individuals.

This course provides a comprehensive analysis of the field of social psychology and the theories that apply to the world of sport and physical activity. This course will focus upon and provide an overview of the major social factors and theories that affect those involved in sport. In-depth discussion of the interactions between the athlete, team, coach and spectators will occur.

The internship is the capstone experience for the Graduate Sport Science student. The internship allows the student to work and learn outside of the classroom at an approved site selected by the student. This internship is designed to be a mutually beneficial experience and provide a practical, experiential learning environment for competent, energetic students. The student is required to complete a total of 250 hours (per 3 hour credit) working at an approved internship site.

Students select a topic for original research; conducts and writes their research during the course of the class.

This lab will enable the student to develop practical knowledge and expertise in the areas of strength training, cardiovascular endurance, flexibility, reaction time, speed, and agility in traditional and non-traditional sports. Emphasis will be placed on hands-on implementation and measurement of the above areas in conjunction with athletic development.

A study of definitions, characteristics, educational programs and problems of exceptional individuals. (

A study of administrative and organizational structures, programmatic procedures, policies, resources, and guidelines essential to the delivery of educational services for exceptional learners. ()

Observational methodology in behavioral assessment, behavioral management and a review of principles and procedures of behavior change from social learning and applied behavior analysis perspectives. Particular attention will be given to the design, implementation, and evaluation of behavioral interventions with children and families. Emphasis will be placed on effective school-based interventions to include current techniques and tools for understanding and handling behaviors in the classroom.

A survey of assistive technology/devices, legislation and issues related to assistive technology. Hands-on demonstration experiences of technology and software that facilitate new ways of teaching individuals with disabilities is provided. (

This course gives an overview of assistive technology, devices, services, legislation, computer literacy and other issues related to assistive technology specifically for individuals who are visually impaired. Participants will also learn how to: (a) identify resources, (b) funding sources, and (c) the fundamentals of assessing and adapting the latest technology appropriate for students with visual impairments.

Special diagnostic procedures with exceptional learners with implications for prescriptive planning. (

Introduction to the concepts, issues, instruments and procedures involved in assessment of visually impaired children and adolescents. (

Introduction to Children with Visual Impairments. (3) An introductory course providing a comprehensive, life-span overview of the field of visual impairments. Examines the legal, demographic, historical, and psychosocial perspectives, as well as the various services and programs available. Through demonstration, simulation, and practical experiences, students will be exposed to a variety of adaptive skills, techniques, and devices used by persons with visual impairments.

The students will design appropriate educational environments, plan instructional programs for low vision students, which will include: functional vision assessment, Braille literacy, learning media assessments, instructional strategies for activities of daily living, concept development, social skills, and subject content. (

This course provides an overview of normal and abnormal development of the human eye. Included are topics of ocular anatomy and physiology; pathological conditions affecting the human eye, and clinical and functional vision assessments. A strong component of low vision is provided within this course, which includes functional vision assessments, environmental vision assessments, optics, the use of optical devices, and the principles of optimizing visual efficiency. (

Emphasis will be placed on reading and writing Unified English Braille, educational strategies, and tools that will aid the teacher in learning to read embossed Braille visually; and write Unified English Braille using a Perkins Braille Writer, computer keyboard for six-key entry, a and slate and stylus. Understanding and addressing: (1) behavior related problems of students visual and multiple disabilities, and (2) issues related to the influence of additonal disabilities of students who have visual impairments will also be addressed.

This course is designed to give practical applications of orientation and mobility techniques to be used by teachers of students that are blind and visually impaired. This class will offer instruction and experiences through supervised blindfold activities in indoor and commercial environments; includes special travel situations, shopping malls, and in store travel. (

Course is designed to amplify basic knowledge and proficiency of Braille. An in depth study of tools and teaching strategies used in mathematics to include the Nemeth Code, Sciientific Notebook software and the abacus will be taught to include a review of te Unified English Braille code.

Emphasizes prevention and crisis management models, verbal intervention and personal safety skills applicable with verbal aggressive and physically violent behavior. (

Supervised practicum; application of methods and techniques appropriate to various exceptionalities. SPED 587 Practicum: Mildly Moderately Handicapped, SPED 588: Practicum: Visually Handicapped, SPED 589 Practicum: Behavior Disorders, Practicum: Gifted and Talented. (

Currents problems, issues, and trends in the field of special education. (Assignments are made according to area(s) of specialization - SPED 521 Seminar: Mildly/Moderately Handicapped, SPED 523 Seminar: Visually Impaired, SPED 524 Seminar: Behavior Disorders, SPED 526 Seminar: Gifted and Talented. (

Study of the problems of personal, social, educational, and vocational adjustment of exceptional children and youth.

Classroom application of strategies for managing behavioral problems in the school, emphasis on research in classroom behavior modification. (

Study of cognitive development of exceptional children with emphasis on the impact of exceptionality on cognition.

Procedures in assessing exceptional children and youth with special attention given to interpretation and application of diagnostic instruments for the purpose of planning prescriptive programs.

Analysis of organizational and administrative principles and practices for diverse programs in special education. (

Role responsibilities, and problems of consulting, itinerant, and resource teachers in special education. (

Special attention given to design, application, and evaluation of student research projects (to be conducted under the supervision of an adviser). (

Supervised practicum; application of methods and techniques appropriate to various exceptionalities. (Assignments are made according to area (s) of specialization SPED 670 Practicum: Mildly/Moderately Handicapped, SPED 671 Practicum: Visually Handicapped, SPED 672 Practicum SPED 674 Practicum: Gifted and Talented. (

Intensive study and analysis of contemporary issues and trends in the area of special education with implications for curriculum planning and teaching methodology. (Assignments are made according to area (s) of specialization SPED 608 Seminar: Mildly Moderately Handicapped, SPED 609 Visually Handicapped, SPED 610 Seminar, SPED 612 Seminar: Gifted and Talented. (

This course addresses the principles of sport marketing, which include the areas of marketing, promotion, and fundraising within the context of interscholastic, intercollegiate, amateur, and professional sports. The course will include an overview of the past and present sport business industry and market; sport marketing theory and systems; the content, pricing, distribution, and promotional techniques of the sport product; media relations; licensing.

This course will provide the student with the practices and principles of planning, designing, constructing and developing sport facilities, including swimming pools, recreation centers, gymnasiums, fitness centers, golf courses, stadiums, ice skating rinks, skateboard parks, ball-fields and much more. Significant emphasis is placed upon wise land-use practices, current planning, design, construction and development techniques and standards, and, efficient, effective and practical recreation facility planning, design, construction and development.

This Course is intended to develop knowledge of current concepts and trends in sport and exercise nutrition, as well as the ability to plan and implement a nutrition program designed to meet the unique needs of all individuals.

This course is designed to provide the graduate student with information concerning the history, basic structure and governing principles of various sport agencies. The course will include, but is not limited to an examination of case law (collective bargaining, contracts, etc.), the National Collegiate Athletic Association, the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, and professional sports leagues in the United States and Europe.

This course is intended to introduce a study of measurement theory, instruments used to collect data, and procedures for data analysis specific to athletic performance. The use of statistical software (Excel, SPSS, R) for data analysis is involved.

This course is an examination of the principles of economics, budgeting, and finance as it applies to the sport industry.

A comprehensive study of the various organizations and administrative patterns of athletics in schools, colleges, universities and other professional sport organizations. This course provides an introduction to the study of administrative considerations of various sport programs, including aims, policies, principles, staffing, scheduling, finance, facilities and equipment, maintenance, legal considerations, risk management, publicity and program evaluation within the realm of sport management and administration.

This course is designed to provide the graduate student with information concerning ethical theories and issues relating to sport and physical activity.