KIN 250 -- Introduction to the Discipline of Kinesiology: Course Syllabus

		School of KNS (323) 343-4650

INSTRUCTOR: Daniel Frankl, Ph.D., Professor
Office: PE 230
Phone: (323) 343-4662; Fax: (323) 343-6482
Email: dfrankl@calstatela.edu

Cal State LA: Statement of Student Rights and Responsibilities

I. COURSE DESCRIPTION:

Introduction to the discipline of kinesiology and an examination of the study of physical activity from the perspectives of experience, research, and professional practice (4.0 cr).

II. PREREQUISITE(S): KIN Major

III. STUDENT OUTCOMES:

A. Content Standards:

Upon completion of this course students will be able to (1) analyze and identify the function and purpose of the options offered in the curriculum of the School of Kinesiology and Nutritional Science and (2) plan and pursue study in one or more of the options offered in the curriculum in order to graduate in a timely manner.

B. Performance Standards:

Students will be required to (1) define, through discussion and written communication, the professional areas that constitute the disciplines of Kinesiology and Physical Education, (2) identify and describe the responsibilities and personal characteristics of professionals in the fields of Kinesiology or Physical Education, and (3) describe the relationships of Kinesiology and Physical Education to allied disciplines.

IV. TEXTS:

REQUIRED TEXT:

NO text is required for the KIN 250 class. All reading materials are available online.

Suggested reading materials and additional Selected References

Freeman, W.H. (2001). Physical education and sport in a changing society (6th ed.). Boston, MA: Allyn and Bacon.

Hoffman, S.J. (Ed.) (2005). Introduction to kinesiology: Studying physical activity (2nd ed.). Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.

Hoffman, S.J., & Harris, J.C. (Eds.) (2000). Introduction to kinesiology. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics. (also acceptable)

Housh, T.J., Housh, D.J., & Johnson, G.O. (Eds.) (2003). Introduction to exercise science (2nd ed.). San Francisco, CA: Benjamin Cummings.

Siedentop, D. (1998). Introduction to physical education, fitness, and sport (3rd ed.). Mountain View, CA: Mayfield.

Kinesiology and Physical Education Related Professional Journals.

Kinesiology and Physical Education Related Websites and Professional Organizations

American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD) [www.aahperd.org/]

American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) [www.acsm.org/]

American Academy of Kinesiology and Physical Education (AAKPE) [www.aakpe.org/]

California Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (CAHPERD) [www.cahperd.org/]

Kids First Soccer [www.kidsfirstsoccer.com]

Human Kinetics [www.humankinetics.com/]

National Association for Physical Education in Higher Education (NAPEHE) [www.napehe.org/]

PE Central is the ultimate Web Site for Health and Physical Education Teachers. PE Central provides the latest information about instructionally appropriate physical education practices and programs [http://pe.central.vt.edu/PEC2.html]

PE Links 4 U [www.pelinks4u.org/]

Sports Media [www.sports-media.org/]

University of Calgary Physical Education links [www.ucalgary.ca/library/ssportsite/]

For a comprehensive list visit the School of KNS' "Professional and Scholarly Associations" webpage.

COURSE FORMAT AND REQUIRED COURSE MATERIALS:

Lecture, large and small group discussion, class debates, videos, multimedia, and interactive Web based presentations.

V. POLICIES AND PROCEDURES:

Attendance, punctuality, and active participation in class and lab sessions is expected. Students are responsible for class or additional reading materials whether present or not during actual lecture or discussion sessions. There will be no make-ups for unannounced quizzes.
Cellular phones: Cell phones should be turned off during class. A vibrating cell phone is still an activated cell phone. If you must answer a coming call or a text message, please collect your belongings leave the classroom and do not come back. I find the recent phenomenon of students wandering in-and out-of-class very disruptive to the learning environment. Students that must leave at any time before to the conclusion of a session (and did not discuss with the instructor their special circumstance before the beginning of class) will be marked as missing for that day. Thus, they will earn zero points for the daily active participation grade component. Please note that all of the above can simply be avoided by turning off your cell phone and/or by informing your instructor in the case of special circumstances.

VI. ASSIGNMENTS:

Reading Assignments, Study Questions, and Schedule of Guest Speakers

Assigned readings and class discussion.

VII. EVALUATION:
Evaluation Item	Relative Weight	Letter Grade Equivalent
Weekly Quizzes (4-6)	100 points	375 - 400	A
		360 - 374	A-
		346 - 359	B+
Mid-Term (on-line)	100 points	335 - 345	B
		320-334	B-
Final (on-line)	100 points	306 - 319	C+
		280 - 305	C
Reaction Papers (4-6)	30 points	265 - 279	C-
Questions About Required Readings	20 points	256 - 264	D+
Active Class Discussion	30 points	235 - 255	D
Interview with a Professional	20 points	220 - 234	D-
Total	400 points (100%)	000 - 219	F

Report about Interview with a professional in one's major and subdiscipline

The report about your interview with a professional is due on Week VII, fall 2008 at the start of class. Talk to your instructor in case you are unable to identify a potential interviewee (NO later than Monday on week IV of the fall 2008 quarter).

Sample Questions for the "Interview with a Professional" assignment (ideas regarding additional questions are welcome).

Examinations:
There will be at least two examinations including a midterm exam that will cover the first half of the quarter and a final exam during finals week that will cover mostly the second half of the quarter. Be prepared for unannounced quizzes starting from week two of the quarter. There will be no provisions for make ups of missed quizzes.
To be able to take tests available on-line all students are required to familiarize themselves with the "WebCT Student Procedure for Creating a WebCT ID and Adding a Course."

COURSE CONTENT

Reading Assignments and Study Questions

Week I: Thursday, Sep. 18, 2008 -- Introduction
Assigned Readings: How About Some Muscle?

Week II: Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008 -- Introduction to Kinesiology
Assigned Readings: How About Some Muscle?

Week II: Thursday, Sept. 25, 2008 -- Kinesiology and Physical Education at Cal State L.A.
Assigned readings: N/A

Guest Speaker: Ryan Hubbard -- Writing Skills for Kinesiology Majors

Week III: Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2008 -- Technology in Kinesiology and Physical Education
Assigned readings: Information Literacy and Information Technology

Guest Presentation by Jackie Kiwata -- Computing Applications in Kinesiology

Week III: Thursday, Oct. 2, 2008 -- Philosophy of Physical Activity (Ch. 05)
Assigned readings:

British Philosophy of Sport Association

Write a one- to two-page reaction to anyone (just one) of the following sport philosophy articles:

What Is a Game? by Bernard Suits, University of Waterloo.

Limits to Growth in Elite Sport - Some Ethical Considerations by Gunnar Breivik, Norwegian State University for Sport and Physical Education.

The Record Dilemma by Sigmund Loland, The Norweigan University for Sports and Physical Education.

Sport, Education, and the Meaning of Victory by Heather L. Reid, Morningside College.

John Stuart Mill and the Ends of Sport by David T. Schwartz, Randolph-Macon Woman's College.

Week IV: Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008 -- History of Physical Activity ( Ch. 6)

Assigned readings:

History of Women in Sports Timeline, Part 1 - to 1899.

Women's Pre-Title IX Sports History in the United States by Nancy Struna.

The Sporting Past in American History by Linda J. Borish.

Week IV: Thursday, Oct. 9, 2008 -- Motor Behavior ( Ch. 8)

Guest Presentation by Dr. Dwan Bridges -- Adapted Physical Education

Week V: Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2008 -- Careers in Teaching Physical Education (Ch. 9)

Week V: Thursday, Oct. 16, 2008 -- Psychology of Sport and Exercise ( Ch. 10)

Guest Speaker: TBA -- Opportunities in the Field of Physical Education

Week VI: Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2008 -- Therapeutic Exercise Professions ( Ch. 07)

Guest Speaker Dr. Ray deLeon -- Therapeutic Exercise Professions

Week VI: Thursday, Oct. 23 2008 -- Becoming a Physical Activity Professional ( Ch. 13)

Guest Speaker: Connie Wong, PT -- Opportunities in Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Exercise

Week VII: Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2008 -- Physiology of Physical Activity (Ch. 12)

Report about interview with a professional is due on Week VII, 2008 at start of class.

Guest Speaker: Dr. Nazareth Khodiguian -- Exercise and Human Performance

Week VII: Thursday, Oct. 30, 2008 -- Therapeutic Exercise Professions

Guest Speaker: Aubre Foster-Hill -- Professional Certificates--Pilates

FINAL EXAM LOCATION: SH-C162
DATE: TBA

Daniel Frankl, Ph.D., Professor
School of Kinesiology and Nutritional Science
California State University, Los Angeles
5151 State University Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90032-8162
Phone: (323) 343-4662
Fax: (323) 343-6482
Email: dfrankl@calstatela.edu