Course Description
Selected physical activities with special emphasis on movement observation and analysis.
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of skill themes, movement concepts, and the basis of movement analysis.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the application of movement patterns to all levels of motor skill ability.
- Analyze & evaluate skill/task performance and demonstrate how to apply changes to technique to enhance skill/task performance.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of movement analysis in their role as future health practitioners.
- Review and interpret current literature in the field as it relates to the performance of physical activity in a variety of settings and across the lifespan.
Course Grading Information:
| Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
| Foundational Assessments (SLO 1) | 15% |
| Motor Skill Development Assessments (SLO 2) | 20% |
| Performance Analysis Project (SLO 3) | 25% |
| Clinical Movement Analysis Practical (SLO 4) | 20% |
| Research Literacy Assessments (SLO 5) | 20% |
Attendance/Participation:
Attendance and Participation are not graded components of this course.
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
No course materials are required.
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.