Course Description
Seminar on a topic in kinesiology.
Additional Requirements for Graduate Students:
Graduate students will receive a list of readings in advance of seminar meetings, be required to contribute significantly to the discussion, and formulate conclusions in a written format.
Athena Title
CURRENT PBLMS KINS
Equivalent Courses
Not open to students with credit in PEDS 5140/7140 or EXRS 7140
Non-Traditional Format
Class may be a seminar, course transmitted by satellite or series of speakers on a topic.
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall, spring and summer
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course, student will be able to: 1. Describe the impact of current issues in kinesiology on society. 2. Discuss practical implications of the current problem and propose practical solutions that improve current practices. 3. Engage in discussion and problem solving with regard to current issues of kinesiology. 4. Discuss and summarize the most recent and relevant literature related to the specific topics of the class. 5. Develop effective written and oral communication skills via class discussions and projects.
Topical Outline
Topical outline will vary by instructor but will cover the following: 1. Identification and discussion of the current issues and problems. 2. Key concepts, theories, and background information with regard to the current issues and problems. 3. Critical literature related to the current issues and problems. 4. Potential solutions for the current issues and problems. 5. Implications of the current issues and problems for the present and future.
Syllabus
Public CV