PEG 515 Tests & Measurement in Physical Education(3 credits)
Descriptive statistical methods including central tendencies, dispersion, standard scores, correlation, based on probability theory will be addressed. The elements of test construction: table of specifications, reliability, validity and item analysis will be considered. Candidates will become familiar with norm referenced, criterion referenced and performance instruments and will study the diagnostic teaching model of instruction. Technology will be used to simulate evaluation and statistical analysis.
PEG 516 International Health Perspectives (3 credits)
Examines the constantly evolving global health issues of the 21st century. Focus on international health problems and solutions to reduce human pain and suffering. Topics include globalization of international health, changing environmental conditions, nutritional challenges of developing countries and industrialized nations, epidemics of noncommunicable and infectious disease, maternal and child health, comparison of health care systems and the future of world health.
PEG 518 Controversial Issues in Health & Society (3 credits)
Encourages critical thought on important health issues and provides a context for controversy. Explores dimensions and approaches to the study of health and society. Examines a variety of opposing viewpoints related to health science and personal health using a debate framework. Topics include euthanasia, sexuality and gender issues, human cloning, stem cell research, organ trafficking, gun control, substance abuse, etc.
PEG 530 Physical Education for the Exceptional Individual (3 credits)
Principles and objectives of programming for exceptional individuals in physical activity. Diagnostic techniques, activity modifications, contra-indicated activities and causes of disabilities. (On-line for distance learning)
PEG 540 Sport Psychology: Performance Enhancement (3 credits)
Psycho-social development, psychological factors in competitive sport, and social behavior in sport contexts. Includes emotions, coach /athlete relationship, motivation, personality and mental training techniques.
PEG 543 Sport Psychology: Counseling (3 credits)
Educates professionals in learning theoretical constructs and implementing related counseling interventions with athletes. Investigates the application of sport psychology/counseling strategies across many different fields and domains, such as physical education, counseling, and sport administration.
PEG 550 Analysis of Curriculum and Teaching (3 credits)
Curriculum innovation and materials, teaching styles and behavior analysis. Program development, teacher personality and learning climate and verbal and non-verbal behaviors as related to learning.
PEG 560 Motor Development (3 credits)
Examination of principles of growth and developmental theory with emphasis on factors affecting changes in movement potential of individuals. (On-line for distance learning).
PEG 584 Comprehensive Exam (3 credits)
The course is the culminating experience in the program and is taken as the last course in the curriculum. An exam question of relevance to teaching physical education will be given as the final exam. Students are required to reference all previous coursework in the process of answering the question. An electronic portfolio is also developed which demonstrates student content knowledge in physical education. Student learning outcomes are directly related to New York State and National Standards specific to Physical Education teaching standards.
PEG 651 Coaching Theory and Techniques (3 credits)
Principles of effective coaching, including the role of the coach, practice planning, leadership theory, sport psychology and teaching motor skills.
PEG 680 Research Methods in Physical & Health Education (3 credits)
Identification and delineation of research problems, survey of related literature and detailed examination of various research methods. Attention given to the presentation of research in both written and oral form.