Needs of the physically and mentally handicapped as related to the physical education program. Study of specific activities, methods and evaluation. Prepares the interscholastic coach to understand the purposes of state and national athletic associations, legal issues in sports, and the administration of athletic programs. Problems in Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Athletics. Consent of Department Head.
Credit depends on the nature of the problem and work to be accomplished.
Analysis of the various motor skills to determine their relationship to basic mechanical principles, anatomical and kinesiological factors, laws of physics, etc. Course designed to explore the behavior of individuals participating in play, game and sports. The impact of sports upon the American culture with focus on competition, economics, mythology, race relations and the Olympic syndrome. Activity-oriented study of creative play, games, rhythms, and fitness as related to the child in the elementary school. Major drugs of abuse and the available alternatives to individuals involved in this behavior, particularly during pre-adolescence.