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Learning Outcomes

Students who graduate with a B.S.P.E. in Physical Education should be able to …

• understand physical education content and disciplinary concepts related to the development of a physically educated person.
• understand how individuals learn and develop and can provide opportunities that support their physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development.
• understand how individuals differ in their approaches to learning, and create appropriate instruction adapted to these differences.
• use an understanding of individual and group motivation and behavior to create a safe learning environment that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self motivation.
• use knowledge of effective verbal, nonverbal, and media communication techniques to enhance learning and engagement in physical activity settings.
• plan and implement a variety of developmentally appropriate instructional strategies to develop physically educated individuals, based on state and national (NASPE K-12) standards.
• understand and use assessment to foster physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development of students in physical activity.
• evaluate the effects of their actions on others (e.g., students, parents/guardians, fellow professionals), and seek opportunities to grow professionally.
• use information technology to enhance learning and to enhance personal and professional productivity.
• foster relationships with colleagues, parents/guardians, and community agencies to support students’ growth and well being.

Curriculum

Teacher Certification (130-136 hours) (75 Major Hours)
Athletic Training (128-134 hours) (73 Major Hours)