Some sports have a double unit. Coaching certification requires at least one of these courses. Geared toward coaching the high school athlete. Students who successfully complete the course will receive a diploma from the American Sport Education Program. Lectures plus laboratory sections.
Students observe and assist elementary physical education teachers in actual classes.
Readings focus on topics ranging from motor development to teaching theory. An overview of various psychological concepts underlying sports performance. Pertinent social and philosophical issues also addressed. Topics include personality, anxiety and arousal, motivation, self-efficacy and confidence, individual and group dynamics, cohesion, and various cognitive intervention strategies.