Includes instruction in special activities for students who cannot take regular physical education activities. Includes standards and practices of the National Safety Council. Instruction in team organization, team offense and defense development, and the teaching of basic skills. The duties, and philosophy of coaching are emphasized as well as an understanding of the rules in each sport. This course is a sports activity laboratory which stresses sports skills development with emphasis on teaching techniques.
Emphasis is placed on fundamental skills associated with various age groups.
Practical experience in teaching activities for K-12 children. A survey of available tests in physical education and their uses at various grade levels. Spring odd years. Topics include promotions and public relation, sport consumer behavior, strategic market planning, technology application and sponsorship. Fall odd years.