| KHP 6601 |
Philosophy and Principles of Health and
Physical Education (3) |
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This course will introduce the sociologicalpsychological,
educational-motor learning,
mechanical-kinesiological, and physiological
aspects of health and physical education. |
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| KHP 6602 |
Motor Skills and Human Performance (3) |
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In an interdisciplinary approach, students
will be exposed to a systematic analysis of
motor skills and human performance. Students
will learn how to observe, evaluate
and diagnose, and apply interventions to
improve motor skill performance. |
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| KHP 6604 |
Measurement and Evaluation in Health
and Physical Education (3) |
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The course discusses the proper selection
and application of tests and measurements in
health and physical education. Practical and
economical tests in the various performance
areas which can be used by the health and
physical education teacher in the school
situation will be examined. |
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| KHP 6610 |
Physical Education, Sport and the Law
(3) |
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The course is designed to provide students
an awareness and understanding of basic
legal responsibilities of educators and
coaches. |
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| KHP 6615 |
Sport Administration (3) |
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The study of the basic concepts, theories and
organization of administration including
financial management as applied to sport,
physical education, recreation, and intramurals. |
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| KHP 6616 |
Sport Finance (3) |
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This course is designed to provide students
with information concerning advanced theory
in finance, accounting, and managerial
control of budgets. |
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| KHP 6617 |
Readings in Health and Physical Education
(3) |
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An independent exploration of the literature
and current research in the fields of Health
Education and Physical Education. |
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| KHP 6620 |
Physical Fitness: A Critical Analysis (3) |
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The course involves an examination of the
effects of physical activity on various fitness
and health parameters by reviewing current
research studies. Students will be introduced
to methods of evaluating one’s fitness level
and the proper prescription guidelines. |
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| KHP 6621 |
Supervision of Instruction in Health and
Physical Education (3) |
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Consideration is given to the broader viewpoint
of supervision as it relates to the improvement
of health and physical education
through in-service training of personnel,
association with the teaching and administrative-
supervisory staff, and general school
and community relationships. Techniques of
supervision and their application in improving
the teacher-pupil learning situations will
be examined. |
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| KHP 6623 |
The Biomechanics of Sports Techniques
(3) |
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The course explores the basic biomechanical
concepts and their application in the analysis
of sport technique. |
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| KHP 6625, 6626, 6627 |
Specialized Study in KHP (1-3) |
| A study of the problem or problems using
research technique. Selection of problem
must be approved by student’s adviser, instructor
under whom the study is to be made,
and the appropriate Director of Graduate
Studies. The study should contribute to the
student’s program. Preparation of a scholarly
paper is required and may involve an
oral defense. Total credit for any combination
of enrollments in these courses may not
exceed six semester hours. A specialized
study may be substituted for a required
course only once in a student’s program.
See semester hour limits listed under Course
Restrictions in General Regulations section. |
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| KHP 6630 |
Programs in Health and Physical Education
(3) |
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The course is designed for prospective classroom
teachers and health and physical educators
who assume the responsibility of
providing meaningful learning experiences
for children in the area of health and physical
education. |
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| KHP 6631 |
Programs in Health and Physical Education
(3) |
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The course reviews appropriate curriculum
for children of various age levels. Particular
attention is devoted to a study of the capacities,
attitudes, and needs of pupils as they
are related to health and physical education.
The principles, problems and procedures in
the development of a health and physical
education curriculum are thoroughly examined. |
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| KHP 6632 |
Critical Issues in Sport and Fitness Management
and Health and Physical Education
(3) |
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Recognition, discussion, and systematic
analysis of controversial issues and problems
encountered in the conduct of professional
activities in health and physical education. |
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| KHP 6640 |
Sport Marketing: Physical Education,
Athletics, Recreation and Intramurals (3) |
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The purpose of this course is to teach educators
how to create a marketing plan. The
emphasis is on following a ten-step procedure
designed primarily for the non-profit
sector and learning the theoretical base required
to complete the process accurately
and proficiently. |
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| KHP 6650 |
Nutrition and Physical Performance (3) |
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The course will examine the special dietary
requirements of athletes, the importance of
pre- and post-event nutrition, potential nutritional
problems encountered by athletes and
possible ergogenic foods and drugs. |
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| KHP 6662 |
Diagnostic and Prescriptive Physical Education
for Exceptional Children (3) |
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The course is designed to present assessment
procedures, exercise prescription techniques,
physical education program development,
and IEP programming for the child with
special needs. |
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| KHP 6670 |
Exercise and Disease Prevention (3) |
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This course examines the scientific evidence
in support of the beneficial effect of regular
physical activity on reduced mortality from
all causes: from diseases such as cardiovascular
diseases, non-insulin-dependent diabetes
mellitus and colon cancer, and from conditions such as obesity and high blood pressure. |
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| KHP 6671 |
Exercise through the Lifespan (3) |
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This course will survey the effects of exercise
and training programs on the growth
and development of children and adolescents.
It will also explore the effects of exercise
on the physiological and psychological
aspects of aging. |
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| KHP 6672 |
Sport Psychology (3) |
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The course is designed for the student with a
vocational interest in athletic coaching
within the educational environment. Psychological
theories will be applied to the teaching
of sports skills and the development of
individuals into efficient team units. |
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| KHP 6673 |
Ethics in Sport (3) |
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The course is examines ethical matters and
issues relating to sport and physical activity. |
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| KHP 6674 |
Entrepreneurship in Sport (3) |
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The course provides the student with an
awareness and understanding of basic concepts
and problems in starting a business. |
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| KHP 6691 |
Research Methods in Health and Physical
Education (3) |
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This course examines the variety of research
methods and reporting methods used in
health & physical education research. |
