Students entering the Master's program without undergraduate courses in physical education may be required to take up to twelve additional credit hours to enhance their background. Generally, these courses will be courses from the undergraduate physical education curriculum. Current issues and trends in physical education, athletics, and sports in both the educational and non-educational settings. Special attention will be directed toward the administrative issues in these areas. A historical and philosophical analysis of physical education and athletics from their earliest development to present day.
Special emphasis is given to men's and women's programs in the United States.
The changing role of professional organizations which determine and affect physical education and athletic policies is examined in light of their contributions toward equity in men's and women's programs and opportunities. The construction and evaluation of socially, culturally, and sexually unbiased measurement tools related to physical activity are covered. Individualized study based on readings approved by professor. Student will develop a selected bibliography. Individualized study that is designed by the professor.