Course is designed to study the psychology of the athlete under competitive conditions, as well as the non-competitive training individuals. A critical analysis and study of selected problems, trends, techniques or issues in athletics. Utilizes individual and group discussions, resource persons and review of literature. Specifically, the course will examine the need for and process of systematic observation and analysis of instruction. A study of the organization and management of competitive athletics.
Emphasis is given to the relation of athletics to education.
Discussion topics include staff and program evaluation and development, scheduling, finance and budgeting, purchasing, contracts, awards, legal liability, current trends in athletics, and other topics desired by group members. The purpose of this course is to provide coaches, physical educators, and others who are concerned with the human body's response to exercise with experiences and opportunities to gain advanced knowledge of selected physiological principles. Course is a supervised intensive review of pertinent literature on a selected topic in physical education. Written report with documentation is required. Oral presentation may be required.