SEDU 431 - Methods of Teaching Secondary Physical Education and Field Experience

3 Credit(s)

The intent of this course is to help students translate educational theory into best practice in order to teach effectively in a secondary physical education classroom. Particular attention will be given to the following topics: awareness of and development of a broad range of learning resources and instructional strategies that are appropriate to diverse classrooms, use of assessment strategies and technology as a means to enhance student learning, awareness of the standards and resources of the professional organization, consideration of curricular and ethical issues relative to teaching the subject area, and opportunities to practice instructional skills through such approaches as micro teaching. This course will also address the administration of physical education within the school. This course includes a minimum of 10 hours of clinical experience promoting the integration of methods and field experience.

Prerequisite(s): SEDU 310 and must have passed Teacher Education Program Checkpoint II.

Course Frequency: S

Grading Method: Student option.