PED 386 - Teaching Physical Education and Wellness in Elementary Schools

Institution:

Gallaudet University

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Description:

A course focusing on the basic theory and techniques of teaching physical education, health, and wellness to elementary school children. Emphasis is placed upon the principles involved in planning curricular activities for an elementary physical education and wellness program. Movement themes and concepts related to fundamental skills/motor development, fitness and wellness, movement education, games of low organization, adapted physical education activities, rhythmic activities, and lead-up games to more advanced games and activities are studied. Effective elementary physical education teaching strategies are identified and students have an opportunity to apply these principles in teaching-learning environments. Prerequisite: PED 380 or permission of the instructor

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.gallaudet.edu

Phone Number:

(202) 651-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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