KIN 1352 FOUNDATIONS OF KINESIOLOGY
Spring 2021
Class Time: Online Class Location: Online
Course Description :
The purpose of this class is to introduce the student to the field of Kinesiology – the science of human movement. Concepts in the various subfields of Kinesiology are examined and career opportunities are explored. Students will also gain a better understanding of the course concepts through online lectures, discussions, assignments, and quizzes.
Objectives:
At the completion of the course, the student should be able:
To identify the various subfields or foundations in kinesiology.
To identify career options following a degree in kinesiology.
To appreciate how kinesiology evolved into the present field of study.
To understand the negative effects of physical inactivity on physiological function.
To discern the effects of exercise on the incidence of cardiovascular disease.
To distinguish the three major types of human motion.
To describe the major theories of motor learning.
To know the major subdivisions of sport and exercise psychology.
To understand the factors influencing ones motivation to participate in physical activity and
exercise.
To identify the factors responsible for changes in the stress response.
To understand the difference between cross-sectional and longitudinal research designs.
To appreciate the contribution of sociocultural kinesiology to the study of physical activity.
To become familiar with different sociological theories and how they relate to the study of
kinesiology.
To identify the various factors influencing the socialization into physical activity.
To be able to discuss interdisciplinary and cross-disciplinary approaches to science.
To understand how an integrative or cross-disciplinary approach can be applied to research and
teaching within kinesiology.
To appreciate some of the challenges facing the field of Kinesiology in the 21st century.
Required Textbook (Connect):
Author: Wuest
Title: Foundations of Physical Education, Exercise Science, and Sport
Edition: 20
Year: 2021
Looseleaf and Connect ISBN: 9781260807721
About Connect:
For this course you will be required to purchase McGraw-Hill Education Connect® access for the text Foundations of Physical Education, Exercise Science, and Sport, by Wuest, 20e. Connect access can be purchased during registration for the program or an access code can be purchased at the campus bookstore. If you would like a print version of the text, a print-upgrade option is also available via Connect for $25 if you find yourself wanting a print companion at any point point during the semester. This will be a full color binder-ready version of the text. You will find an introduction video to Connect in Blackboard, the two programs are integrated and all of your grades will be reflected in Blackboard. In addition, the McGraw Hill Student Ambassadors have a Facebook page to answer your frequently asked questions, please join the page here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ConnectUHCommunity/
Connect Registration video through blackboard:
Grading: Course grades will be based on the following categories and percentages:
· 50% of your grade is based on Chapter Quizzes.
· 10% of your grade is based on your Foundations of Kinesiology Self Evaluation Paper.
· 10% of your grade is based on Labs.
· 10% of your grade is based on Discussions.
· 20% of your grade is based on your Final Exam.
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