54 courses with the subject PXS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
PXS 1000Introduction to Community Health Education1
This course introduces students to the field of Community Health Education and the department of Physical Education and Exercise Science at Methodist University. Classroom and laboratory experiences will familiarize the student with the Community Health Education program and its specific academic components and career or graduate school opportunities. Advisement issues and basic computer competencies will be addressed.
This course is designed to provide students with the underlying principles of basic resistance training program design and proper resistance exercise techniques utilizing free-weights, variable resistance machines, body weight, elastic and other forms of exercise to increase muscular endurance, strength, hypertrophy and power. Emphasis is on safety and effectiveness of movements. Offered: fall and spring
PXS 2050INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH EDUCATION4
A basic introduction to physical education and health education including the philosophical and historical foundations of each. Emphasis is also placed on helping to familiarize the students with the major and in becoming professionals in physical education and health education. Offered: spring
The first of two courses in the pedagogy sequence is designed to explore the teaching-learning process and develop teaching skills. This course focuses specifically on the planning and the implementation of developmentally appropriate physical education programs in the elementary school. The course is aligned with the NC Healthful Living curriculum. Offered: spring
PXS 2110PROFESSIONS AND DEVELOPMENT IN HEALTH SCIENCES1
This course is designed to expand student understanding about professional organizations, certifications, development opportunities and careers in the field of health science. Students will explore what is required to obtain certifications or degrees and gain insight into various regional and national organizations and conferences. This course will encourage students to create a plan for optimizing their college experience in and out of the classroom (i.e. clubs, majors, and minors) to put them in the best position for a future career. 398
This course aims to prepare students to read and understand research and the process required to investigate information prior to conducting their own research studies. Students practice combining information from existing research studies and properly citing those studies to effective reveal what is known and unknown about a topic. Offered: as needed
Introduction and practice in immediate and temporary care of injuries and sudden illness, including administration of CPR. Students seeking First Aid/CPR/AED certification will be asked to pay a small additional fee. Offered: fall and spring
PXS 2200COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION & HEALTH EDUCATION3
Introduction to using published systematic assessment instruments and the development of new instruments as objective tools for assessment. Attention will be given to the application of Web technology, Microsoft Office, video analysis software, and social networking Websites in lesson planning, skill assessment, and advocacy for physical education and health education. Designed computer intensive course for Physical Education and Health Education majors. Offered: spring 399
Examines the biochemical and physiological rationale for optimal nutrient intake related to health and disease prevention throughout the lifespan. Includes a focus on nutrition requirements for exercise, training, and recovery periods. Offered: fall and spring
The goal of this course is to gain a better understanding of the history and philosophies of modern sport. Students will explore the ancient Greeks and Romans and their impact on modern sport. Additionally, students will learn about the history of the modern Olympic Games. The students will gain an understanding of the rise of modern sport, through the history of the United States. Finally, the students will learn about current issues within sport including race, sex, media, social class, and social deviance. Offered: fall (even years)
Movement is fundamental to the human experience. The purpose of this course is to gain an understanding of the fundamental process underlying learning and performing movements. Students will gain an understanding of how people learn skilled actions and the principles of motor performance. Offered: spring
This course is designed to provide a foundation for students to learn how anatomy affects movement of the human body. The course will emphasize surface anatomy and the musculoskeletal system including various structures, functions, and mechanics of the human body. Offered: fall
This course is designed to prepare Physical Education, Health Education, and Exercise Science students with the basic knowledge of human physiology and body systems. It will also prepare students to recognize symptoms of common human diseases, recognize factors which can contribute to abnormalities, and recognize the resultant complications and dysfunctions. Offered: fall and spring
Introduction to basic physical conditioning and fitness concepts based on current American College of Sports Medicine guidelines. Attention will be given to the development of individual fitness programs based on a needs analysis; emphasizing such topics as aerobic and anaerobic exercises, resistance training techniques, specificity, safety and the associated assessment methods and procedures. This course is a combination of lecture and laboratory activities. Offered: fall and spring
Observe professionals in fitness and/or health care industries to gain experience working with members at accredited fitness facilities, medical centers or school systems. Student will be responsible for assuming an interactive role during the field experience. A minimum of 95 hours in the field will be required. Offered: fall and spring
Factors influencing health and the body systems and practices, also programs affecting the development and maintenance of physical and mental well-being. Designated writing enrichment course for Exercise Science majors. Prerequisite: none Offered: fall (even-year)
The nature of physical education services, administration and instructional processes for specific disabilities, including modification of activities, facilities, equipment, and the development of I.E.P.’s. 401
Overview of psychological and sociological problems of leadership, coaching, and motivation in exercise and physical fitness, and in competitive athletics, including professional, intercollegiate, youth sport, character, aggression, gender, race, class, and media. Offered: fall
Designed to prepare students to be competent teachers of comprehensive health education topics to school-aged children. Students will learn to plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive health education program for children in grades K-12. The course is aligned with the NC Healthful Living curriculum. Offered: spring
PXS 3110Physical Education & Health Education in the3
Elementary School 3 s.h. Writing-Enrichment Courses: EDU 2510 and SPE 2550 ELEMENTARY EDUCATION K-6 Dr. Jaunita Heyward, Coordinator Major Requirements: Elementary Education. The Elementary Education major consists of 44 s.h. and is distributed as follows:
The application of mechanical principles to the study of the human body and the performance of motor skills. Designed computer intensive course for the Physical Education and Health Education majors. Offered: fall and spring
With particular emphasis on the intersectionality of sport in American culture, topics will include sport as a business, ethics in sport, the study of sport from a social perspective taking into account factors of dominant ideology of race, sex, religion, nationalism, history, and philosophy as they relate to the growth and development of the sport experience. Prerequisite: none 402
PXS 3300BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH EDUCATION3
This course presents concepts and strategies that have been found to be effective in creating productive classroom learning environments. Assignments are designed to help develop strategies to be used in classroom settings. Topics include: establishing classroom rules and expectations, classroom organization and operation, supporting appropriate student behavior, understanding of cultural and religious differences, positive behavior management, and promoting student independence and intrinsic motivation. Offered: fall
This is the second course in the pedagogy sequence and is designed to explore the teaching-learning process and develop teaching skills. This course focuses specifically on the planning and implementation of developmentally appropriate physical education programs in the secondary schools. The course is aligned with the NC Healthful Living curriculum. Offered: fall
This is the third course in the pedagogy sequence and is designed to explore the teaching-learning process and develop teaching skills. This course focuses specifically on the planning and implementation of developmentally appropriate physical education programs in the secondary schools. The course is aligned with the NC Healthful Living curriculum. Offered: fall
Each student, in consultation with the Department Chair and Program Coordinator will arrange an internship at a departmentally approved venue. A minimum of 95 hours in the field will be required (Juniors or above). Offered: fall and spring
PXS 2920 and/or Permission of the Department Chair
PXS 3950EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING I IN PSYCHOSOCIAL ASPECTS OF SPORT AND COACHING1
Students will spend 20 hours observing a team on at least 10 different days, and observe an approved sport psychology professional conducting at least three sessions. They will spend an additional 20 hours discussing their notes and learning how to implement sessions with groups, teams, and their peers. 403
Students will learn the Philosophical and methodological bases for organizing and administering exercise science, recreation, athletic, and sports related programs, including introduction to the use of relevant computer applications. Prerequisite: none Offered: spring
Student will learn the development of competencies needed for evaluation in Physical Education and Exercise Science and related programs with emphasis on basic statistics, selection and administration of standardized tests, and test construction; assessment, evaluation of programs, and appropriate microcomputer applications. Offered: fall
Completion of MAT 1050 or higher or permission of the instructor
PXS 4060ADAPTED PHYSICAL EDUCATION PRACTICUM3
This course requires A minimum of forty hours in an accredited school, engaging in non-instructional activities and the effective instruction of students with disabilities in physical education. Students will be supervised by a cooperating teacher and a member of the Physical Education Department faculty. Offered: fall and spring
This course involves evaluation of health behaviors and risk factors, conducting fitness assessments, writing appropriate exercise prescriptions, and motivating individuals to modify negative habits and maintain a lifestyle that promotes personal health and fitness. This course is also intended to cover the essentials of personal training to prepare a student who is interested in becoming an ACSM Certified Personal Trainer. Offered: spring
Additional Requirements: Students majoring in Exercise and Sport Science must meet the following requirements for graduation: A grade of C (2.0) or better in each course of the student’s major. A cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5. Fitness, Wellness and Coaching Learning Outcomes: Develop and demonstrate appropriate listening, communication, writing, and critical thinking skills to effectively navigate future careers in a diverse world Apply scholarly approaches to understanding health, wellness, fitness, and performance from a physical, psychological, and social perspective. Effectively explain, assess, and apply major principles, guidelines, and means of measuring physical changes to improve health, human movement, physical activity, sport and exercise processes and outcomes among varied populations. Effectively explain, assess, and apply cognitive and psychological principles impacting health, human movement, physical activity, sport, and exercise and methods that enhance performance and/or motivation among diverse populations throughout their lifespan Effectively explain, assess, and apply social, environmental, and health related variables influencing a diverse population’s physical activity, sport or exercise behaviors throughout their lifespan. BS Fitness, Wellness, and Coaching The Fitness, Wellness, and Coaching major consists of 61 credits and is distributed as follows:
This course is designed to provide the student with the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform common physiological testing procedures. Emphasis is on tests normally performed in both clinical and applied fitness settings. Scientific foundations of conditioning, a life-span approach, with specific attention to exercise prescription for all populations. Prerequisite: none Offered: fall
This course aims to prepare students to read and understand research and the process required to investigate information prior to conducting their own research studies. Students practice combining information from existing research studies and properly citing those studies to effective reveal what is known and unknown about a topic. Offered: as needed
Total 12+ credits Additional Requirements: Students minoring in Psychosocial Aspects of Sport and Coaching must meet all of the following requirements for graduation: A grade of C- (1.7) or better in each course of the student’s major.
Each student, in consultation with the Department Chair and Program Coordinator, will arrange an internship at a departmentally approved venue. A minimum of 95 hours in the field will be required (Juniors or above). Offered: fall and spring
PXS 3920 and/or permission of the Department Chair
PXS 4950EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING II IN PSYCHOSOCIAL ASPECTS OF SPORT AND COACHING1
Students will be responsible for teaching mental skills to teams, athletes, and their peers. This course requires 40 hours of practice, implementation of sessions, and debriefing. Offered: spring
PXS 4990INDEPENDENT STUDY IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION, HEALTH EDUCATION, AND
EXERCISE AND SPORT SCIENCE 1-3 credits An opportunity for an upper-division student to engage in special research in his/her major. School of Sciences and Human Development before approval by the Vice-President of Academic Affairs. Credits to be determined Offered: as needed 405
approval by the faculty advisor, supervising professor, Department Chair, and the Dean of the
PXS 6050FOUNDATIONS OF COACHING 3 s.h
Coaching is both and art and a science. The purpose of this course is to learn how to become a better coach and teacher. The focus of this course will be to consider the emotions, motivations, expectations, relationships, and self-worth of the athlete-coach relationship. The course will examine theories, principles, paradigms and practices that lead to successful coaching. Students will learn how athletes learn and how coaches should teach.
This course provides information on the philosophy, theory, and application of current curriculum foundations in K-12 physical education, including curriculum theory, organization, design, and assessment. This course will provide the student with the basic knowledge and skills necessary to accurately assess K-12 student performance in physical education, as assessment is key to the ABC approach. Students will develop assessment driven curricula for use in their professional futures.
This course will provide students with an overview of the marketing and finance of Athletics at the high school and collegiate levels. Students will gain an understanding of basic fiscal management concepts and financial analytical techniques. This includes setting goals and objectives, understanding the market, developing marketing strategies utilizing sales, sponsorship, licensing, advertising, use of media, pricing and promotions.
PXS 6200PHYSICAL EDUCATION FOR STUDENTS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES 3 s.h
This course is designed to provide even greater detail as to the physical/motor, personal/social and learning characteristics of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. In addition to exploring the nature of physical education services, physical education mandates and standards, legislation, administration and instructional processes for specific disabilities (including modification of activities, facilities, and equipment), individualized education plans (I.E.P’s) will be developed. With an eye to the future the course will culminate with a focus on research for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (with particular emphasis on physical activity), including current advances and a vision for the future. Disabilities to be addressed include intellectual disabilities, specific learning disabilities, emotional or behavioral disabilities, pervasive developmental disorders, cerebral palsy, spina bifida, muscular dystrophy and other disabilities, syndromes and disorders associated with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
This course will cover psychological influences on sport performance and exercise behaviors in a diverse population. Additionally, it will address how sport and exercise performance and behaviors impact psychological processes. Students will gain knowledge about sport, exercise and performance psychology theory and relevant applied practices that can be used to improve one’s mindset and approach in all performance venues. PXS 6300/EDU 6310 ADVANCED BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUES 3 s.h. This course presents concepts and strategies that have been found to be effective (even when working with individuals who exhibit extreme behavioral problems) in creating productive classroom learning environments. Assignments are designed to help develop strategies to be used in classroom settings. Topics include: establishing classroom rules and expectations, classroom organization and operation, supporting appropriate student behavior, understanding of cultural 39 | P a g e MU Graduate Catalogue 2021-22
PXS 6350INJURY PREVENTION AND RISK MANAGEMENT 3 s.h
This course will provide an overview of common injuries but focus on the prevention of injuries from the standpoint of the coach and athletic administrator. Risk management, including financial and managerial aspects will be addressed. Students will develop the tools to manage risk, including the financial and human costs involved in decisions and strategies often made on a daily basis.
PXS 6400INSTRUCTIONAL METHODOLOGY FOR PHYSICAL ACTIVITY SETTINGS 3 s.h
This course is designed to explore the teaching-learning process and develop teaching skills. This course focuses specifically on the planning and implementation of developmentally appropriate physical education programs. This course is aligned with the NC Healthful Living Curriculum.
PXS 6450ADVANCED COACHING, PERFORMANCE, AND CONDITIONING 3 s.h
Materials in this class will cover the nature and philosophy of coaching, role models, preparation, administration, the relationship between the coach and the athlete, management concepts and financial support. Students will also study the use of effective teaching methods to introduce and refine sport principles and technical skills, and how to appropriately and effectively motivate athletes. Further, the class will cover the theoretical foundations and practical experiences for the development of the training process to improve sports performance for athletes of all genders and ages. Topics include critical movements and strategies for developing and implementing strength and conditioning programs and periodization of training.
PXS 6500PHYSICAL EDUCATION FOR STUDENTS WITH ORTHOPEDIC AND SENSORY DISABILITIES 3 s.h
This course is designed to provide even greater detail as to the physical/motor, personal/social and learning characteristics of individuals with orthopedic and sensory disabilities. In addition to exploring the nature of physical education services, physical education mandates and standards, legislation, administration and instructional processes for specific disabilities (including modification of activities, facilities, and equipment), individualized education plans (I.E.P’s) will be developed. With an eye to the future the course will culminate with a focus on research for individuals with orthopedic and sensory disabilities (with particular emphasis on physical activity), including current advances and a vision for the future. Disabilities to be addressed include: visual disabilities, hearing disabilities, deafblind, orthopedic and motor disabilities, other health impairments and traumatic brain injury.
Motor learning is designed to further students’ understanding of motor learning theories, principles, and practice. Students will engage in readings and activities aimed at enhancing their ability to both understand and use motor learning concepts in everyday life and their future careers. PXS 6600/EDU 6900 STUDENT, TEACHING, AND PROGRAM EVALUATION 3 s.h. This course is designed to explore the student, teaching and program evaluation process to improve instruction and most importantly student achievement. This course focuses specifically on the evaluating all facets of the achievement based curriculum process and will lead to effective implementation of developmentally appropriate pedagogy. This course is aligned with the NC Standard Course of Study. The Master of Education Program– Academic Calendar 2020-21 The MEd program will follow the University Academic Calendar. 40 | P a g e MU Graduate Catalogue 2021-22
