EDU 103 - Health & Physical Education for Children

Institution:

Gwynedd Mercy University

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Description:

Personal, family and community health and safety issues are examined with regard to nutrition, wellness and life-long healthy habits as students acquire research information to formulate a paper and oral presentation. Emphasis will be on physical fitness, body coordination, the development of motor and manipulative skills and safety in physical activity settings as students plan and present games. The class will also include the role and value of play, games and sports in child development. Guest speakers will share current research findings and programs concerning substance abuse, dependency, AIDS education, conflict resolution and school violence. This course is approached from a classroom teacher's viewpoint.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.gmercyu.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 646-7300

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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