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25 courses with the subject PHED, 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.

PHED 202Teaching Skillful Movement3

Provides students with the fundamentals of lesson planning, class management and analysis of teaching in physical education.Offered by School of Education. Limited to three attempts.Schedule Type: LectureGrading: This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

Subject
PHED
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
PHED 218Technology in Health and Physical Education3

Introduces technological tools to support K-12 health and physical education instruction in school and online settings. Explores tools such as wearable technology, mobile apps, learning management systems used in the schools, and social media.Offered by School of Education. Limited to three attempts.Schedule Type: LectureGrading: This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

Subject
PHED
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
PHED 273Net and Target Games3

Teaches skill, content knowledge and historical perspectives of net and target games. Includes skill progression, strategies, officiating, and authentic assessment in games such as volleyball, golf, tennis, and badminton.Offered by School of Education. Limited to three attempts.Schedule Type: LectureGrading: This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

Subject
PHED
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
PHED 274Dance and Educational Gymnastics3

Teaches skills, content knowledge, and historical perspectives of dance and educational gymnastics taught in a K-12 physical education setting. Includes stages of motor development, skill progression, and authentic assessment for a variety of dances and educational gymnastics.Offered by School of Education. Limited to three attempts.Schedule Type: LectureGrading: This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

Subject
PHED
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
PHED 275Field and Invasion Games3

Teaches skills, content knowledge, and historical perspectives of field and invasion games. Includes skill progression, strategies, officiating, and authentic assessment in activities such as softball, basketball, soccer, hockey, team handball, flag football, lacrosse and Ultimate Disc.Offered by School of Education. Limited to three attempts.Schedule Type: LectureGrading: This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

Subject
PHED
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
PHED 276Health-Related Fitness Education3

Prepares future physical educators to develop, implement, and assess fitness concepts, and strategies to K12 students. Incorporates basic nutritional knowledge needed to live a healthy lifestyle. Requires fitness tests participation.Offered by School of Education. Limited to three attempts.Schedule Type: LectureGrading: This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale. 300 Level Courses

Subject
PHED
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
PHED 306Psychomotor Learning3

Analyzes psychological aspects, learning theory, and practice conditions for learning motor skills.Offered by School of Education. Limited to three attempts.Schedule Type: LectureGrading: This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

Subject
PHED
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
PHED 308Adapted Physical Education3

Introduces strategies and best practices when teaching health and physical education to students with disabilities in public schools. Covers national standards, federal legislation, Individual Educational Plans (IEPs), and developmental inclusion models. Note: Fieldwork experience required.Offered by School of Education. Limited to three attempts.Recommended Prerequisite: Cumulative GPA of 2.5, Completed a minimum of 45 creditsRegistration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: BIOL 124C, 125D and PHED 202C.C Requires minimum grade of C.D Requires minimum grade of D.

Subject
PHED
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
PHED 320Student Assessment in Health and Physical Education3

Examines assessment purposes and introduces different assessment procedures that measure student achievement in the different domains of behaviors in health and physical education.Offered by School of Education. Limited to three attempts.Schedule Type: LectureGrading: This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

Subject
PHED
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
PHED 330Health and Physical Activity for Classroom Teachers3

Provides future classroom teachers with the knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed to create a healthy and active school environment and help children and youth reach the daily recommended minimum number of minutes of physical activity. Examines school health topics such as nutrition, communication, mental health, and safety promotion.Offered by School of Education. Limited to three attempts.Schedule Type: LectureGrading: This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

Subject
PHED
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
PHED 340Social and Cultural Issues in Physical Education3

Studies contemporary and historical perspectives on socio-cultural and philosophical issues influencing American public schooling and physical education teacher preparation, including race, culture, ethnicity, nationality, globalization, socioeconomic status, gender, sexuality, ability, obesity, and urbanization.Offered by School of Education. Limited to three attempts.Mason Core: Mason Core, Writing Intensive in MajorSchedule Type: LectureGrading: This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

Subject
PHED
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
PHED 360Sport Based Youth Development3

An interdisciplinary examination of current trends and issues in youth sport, with a focus on non-school based community programs. Emphasis is placed on the structural characteristics of sport and physical activity programs as they pertain to proper development of children and adolescents.Offered by School of Education. Limited to three attempts. Equivalent to SRST 360.Schedule Type: LectureGrading: This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale. 400 Level Courses

Subject
PHED
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
PHED 403Elementary School Instruction in Physical Education3

Covers content, knowledge, and teaching methods for elementary physical education. Requires field experience. Must be taking within one year of student teaching.Offered by School of Education. Limited to three attempts.Recommended Prerequisite: PHED 273, 274, 275, and PHED 306. Cumulative GPA of 2.5, Completed a minimum of 45 credits.Recommended Corequisite: PHED 273, 274, 275, and PHED 306Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: BIOL 124C, 125D and PHED 202C.C Requires minimum grade of C.D Requires minimum grade of D.

Subject
PHED
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
PHED 404Middle and High School Instruction in Physical Education3

Examines school curriculum content, and teaching practices appropriate for middle and high school physical education programs. Requires field experience.Offered by School of Education. Limited to three attempts.Recommended Prerequisite: PHED 273, 274, 275, & 306. Cumulative GPA of 2.5, Completed a minimum of 45 creditsRecommended Corequisite: PHED 273, 274, 275, & 306Registration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: BIOL 124C, 125D and PHED 202C.C Requires minimum grade of C.D Requires minimum grade of D.

Subject
PHED
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
PHED 415Student Teaching in Physical Education12

Provides supervised clinical experience for a full semester in approved schools. Requires experiences in elementary and secondary school settings. Includes participation in pre-service workshop and related activities, and weekly seminars. Note: Completion of all Mason Core and program coursework, and acceptance into Student Teaching are required. PHED 415 must be completed within 5 years of PHED 202.Offered by School of Education. Limited to three attempts.Mason Core: Mason Core, Mason Apex, CapstoneRegistration Restrictions: Required Prerequisites: ((ATEP 300D, 300XS or 300XP) and (BIOL 124C or 124XS) and (BIOL 125D, 125XS or 125XP) and (EDRD 300D, 300XS or 300XP) and (EDUC 302D, 302XS or 302XP) and (HEAL 110D, 110XS or 110XP) and (HEAL 200D, 200XS or 200XP) and (HEAL 405C or 405XS) and (KINE 310D, 310XS or 310XP) and (PHED 202C or 202XS) and (PHED 218D, 218XS or 218XP) and (PHED 273D, 273XS or 273XP) and (PHED 274D, 274XS or 274XP) and (PHED 275C, 275XS or 275XP) and (PHED 276D, 276XS or 276XP) and (PHED 306D, 306XS or 306XP) and (PHED 308C, 308XS or 308XP) and (PHED 320D, 320XS or 320XP) and (PHED 340D, 340XS or 340XP) and (PHED 403C or 403XS) and (PHED 404C or 404XS) and (PRLS 316D, 316XS or 316XP) and (RMGT 316D)).D Requires minimum grade of D.XS Requires minimum grade of XS.XP Requires minimum grade of XP.C Requires minimum grade of C.

Subject
PHED
Credits (min)
12
Credits (max)
12
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
PHED 499Independent Study in Physical Education and Fitness1-3

Study of a problem area in physical education research, theory, or practice under direction of faculty member.Offered by School of Education. Limited to three attempts.Recommended Prerequisite: Completion of 90 hours and Permission of Chair.Registration Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to students with a major in Health Education, Health, Fitness Rec Resrcs, Individualized Study, Nursing, Physical Education (Special), Physical Education or Parks, Rec, Leisure Studies.

Subject
PHED
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
PHED 660Research Reading Seminar in Physical Education3

Provides an overview of the current and past research in the field of physical education through an in-depth analysis, synthesis, and discussion of research.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to students with a concentration in ASTL-Physical Education.

Subject
PHED
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
PHED 670Analysis of Teaching in Physical Education3

Presents variety of research techniques for studying teacher and learner behaviors in physical education, engaging the teacher as researcher and grant writer. Goal is to prepare teachers to be leaders in their field.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.

Subject
PHED
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
PHED 672Curriculum and Assessment in Physical Education3

Provides knowledge of curriculum models and assessment strategies in standards-based physical education program. Studies curriculum models such as sport education and adventure education. Examines traditional and alternative assessment.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.

Subject
PHED
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
PHED 673Motor Development for Special Populations3

Provides knowledge that focuses on individuals with orthopedic, sensory, and learning disabilities in physical education setting. Areas of focus include development of motor patterns and skills assessment, and planning and instruction for students with disabilities.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.

Subject
PHED
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
PHED 680Mentoring and Supervising in Physical Education3

Prepares mentors and supervisors of preservice and in-service teachers in physical education. Topics include professional dispositions, assessment and evaluation, adult learners, counseling and communication, providing feedback, and reflection and inquiry into the profession.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Recommended Prerequisite: PHED 670.Registration Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.

Subject
PHED
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
PHED 860Doctoral Research Reading Seminar in Physical Education3

Provides an overview of the current and past research in the field of physical education through an in-depth analysis, synthesis, and discussion of research.Offered by School of Education. May be repeated within the degree for a maximum 6 credits.Registration Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy or Graduate.

Subject
PHED
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Repeatable
May be repeated within the degree for a maximum 6 credits.
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
PHED 870Analysis of Teaching in Physical Education3

Presents a variety of research techniques for studying teacher and learner behaviors in physical education, and engaging teachers as researchers and grant writers. Prepares teachers to be leaders in their field.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy or Graduate.

Subject
PHED
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
PHED 872Curriculum and Assessment in Physical Education3

Covers various curriculum models and assessment strategies that reflect appropriate practices in a standard-based physical education program. Examines the different models through theoretical and professional readings that convey research results and practitioners’ experience with the models.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy or Graduate.

Subject
PHED
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu
PHED 880Mentoring and Supervision in Physical Education3

Prepares mentors and supervisors of preservice and in-service teachers in physical education. Covers topics such as professional dispositions, assessment of performance, adult learners, counseling and communication, providing feedback, and reflection and inquiry into the profession.Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.Registration Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy or Graduate.

Subject
PHED
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.gmu.edu

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