COURSE SYLLABUS
ESS 250: Introduction to Exercise and Sport Science
Credits: 3 c.h.
Prerequisites:
This course is designed for ESS majors or students who have a deep interest
in majoring in
Exercise and Sport Science
For Whom Planned: ESS Majors
Instructor: Karen "Pea" Poole
Office: 237C, HHP Building
Office Hours:
Mon./Wed./Fri. 1:00 - 1:50p.m.
(other times by appointment)
Telephone: (336).334.4067
E-mail: kapoole@uncg.edu
Web site: www.uncg.edu/~kapoole
ESS Web site: www.uncg.edu/ess
Class Web site: http://blackboard.uncg.edu
Information regarding the use of Blackboard can be found at:
Blackboard Level 3 Student Information
{Assignments, handouts, & announcements are
available on
Blackboard. Please check Blackboard on a regular basis.
Catalog Description:
A survey of the discipline of exercise and sport science. Analysis
of the nature and
importance of physical activity knowledge base of the discipline, and careers
in physical
activity .
Student Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
#i) demonstrate an understanding of the structure and sub-disciplines
within the Department
of Exercise and Sport Science.
#ii) demonstrate an understanding of departmental faculty expectations
for student conduct and
academic performance
#iii) demonstrate an understanding of the rationale for a discipline
of exercise and sport science,
Evaluation: Written Examinations 35%
(Mid-Term in class)
15%
(SLO #i, ii, iii, iv)
(Final Exam take home)
20%
(SLO #iii, iv, v)
Quizzes 20%
(individual reading assignments) 10%
(SLO #iii, iv, v)
(Blackboard discussion group
reading assignments)
10%
(SLO #iii, iv, v)
Class Assignments: 45%
(Group teaching topics
10%) (SLO iii, iv, v)
(Experiencing Physical Activity Two Day Diary
5%) (SLO #iv)
(Subjective Experiences in Physical Activity Questionnaire
5%) (SLO #iv)
(Spheres of Physical Activity Pair Research Assignment
10%) (SLO #iii, iv,v)
(Professional Association Web Assignment
5%) (SLO #iii, iv,v)
(Reflective Assignment
10%) (SLO #i, ii, iii,
iv,v)
Grading: Your final course grade will be determined using the scale below:
ESS MAJORS ARE REMINDED THAT THEY MUST EARN NO LESS90 - 100 = A
80 - 89 = B
73 - 79 = C
65 - 72 = D
<65 = FTHERE ARE NO EXTRA CREDIT ASSIGNMENTS AS THE NEW SEMESTER BEGINS, THIS IS THE TIME THAT STUDENTS SHOULD BE THINKING ABOUT THE GRADE THEY WOULD LIKE TO EARN IN THIS COURSE.
THE INSTRUCTOR WILL NOT NEGOTIATE WITH A STUDENT AT THE END OF THE SEMESTER REGARDING PERFORMANCE IN THE COURSE.
Grades for this course are not posted, given over the phone or by e-mail.
A student may set up an
appointment with the instructor at any time to discuss her/his progress
in the course.
Final grades are available online through UNCG Genie.
Required Text:
Hoffman, S.J., Harris, J.C. (Eds.). (2000). Introduction
to Kinesiology: Studying
Physical Activity. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.
Topical Outline "Responsibility" as a Student at UNCGAdditional readings may be placed on reserve in the library or on e-reserve. Various
assignments will be based on information available on the Internet.
I. Experiencing Physical Activity:Why it is important for ESS majors to develop basic competencies in motor
skill/physical activity
The Discipline/Defining movement
Importance of Experiencing Physical ActivityII. Subjective Experiences in Physical Activity
Why it is important for ESS majors to understand the interdisciplinary nature
of ESS sub-disciplines:Biomechanics
Exercise Physiology
Exercise and Sport Psychology
Motor Development/Motor Learning
Philosophy of Physical Activity/exercise
Sport History
Sport SociologyInternalizing Physical Activity
Ethics & Values in Physical Activity/Exercise
Overview of Exercise Science CareersIII. Professional Practice in Physical Activity:
Becoming a Physical Activity Professional
Careers in Exercise and Sport Science:Maximizing Your Chances of Success in ESSActivity Instruction/AD/Coaching
Exercise Physiology/Fitness
Exercise and Sport Psychology
Community Youth Sport Development
Public School Teaching
Sport History/Sociology
Sports Medicine/Athletic Training
Therapeutic Recreation
Academic Integrity Policy:
UNCG students conduct themselves in accordance with the highest standards
of academic
integrity. Students are expected to abide by the UNCG
Academic Integrity Policy in all of
their classes. Academic misconduct for which a student is subject
to penalty includes, but
is not limited to, all forms of cheating, forgery, or plagiarism.
Students will not make, borrow, or share copies
ofassignments or files with other students.
Copying, even electronically, constitutes cheating.
(N.B. It is understood that anything you turn in
FOR
A GRADE represents
YOUR OWN WORK. ALL
out
of class assignments are to be completed
INDIVIDUALLY by the student unless
otherwise directed by the instructor).
DISCIPLINARY ACTION WILL BE ENFORCED ACCORDING
TO THE
UNCG
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY POLICY
IF A STUDENT HAS NOT READ THE UNCG ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
POLICY IT IS LOCATED AT:
ALL WORK TURNED IN FOR A GRADE, MUST HAVE A SIGNEDhttp://saf.dept.uncg.edu/studiscp/Honor.htm
"I have read the UNCG Academic Integrity Policy, and I have abided by the
Policy
for this assignment. This assignment represents my own work.
Name: (print), Student I.D.:, Signed:, Date:.
Attendance Policy:
If a student misses the first class meeting without discussing the reason
with the instructor,
the student will be administratively dropped from the course. If
the class is full, this space will
then be offered to waiting students. Students are expected to attend
every class meeting and
actively participate in class (see Undergraduate
Handbook).
Record of attendance is taken in this class.
Sleeping in class, not paying attention or being disruptive in class, or being late TWICE to class will constitute ONE absence. You will be asked to leave the class if you fall asleep.
If a student needs to leave class early, the instructor must be informed at the beginning of class.
Additional Requirements:
Absence Policy:
ABSENCES WILL AFFECT FINAL GRADES AS FOLLOWS:
1 absence = -5%
2 = -10%
3 = -15%
4 = -20%
5 = FAIL THE COURSE
STUDENTS are responsible for keeping up to date with absence &
lates record.
IF A STUDENT ACCUMULATES FIVE ABSENCES BEFORE THE
WITHDRAW
DEADLINE, THE STUDENT IS ENCOURAGED TO WITHDRAW FROM THE
COURSE. IF A STUDENT STOPS ATTENDING CLASS BUT DOES NOT
OFFICIALLY WITHDRAW FROM THE COURSE, A FINAL GRADE OF "W"
WILL BE ASSIGNED. THIS GRADE WILL BE COMPUTED INTO THE GPA.
IF A STUDENT ACCUMULATES FIVE ABSENCES AFTER THE WITHDRAW
DEADLINE, A GRADE OF "WF" WILL BE ASSIGNED. THIS GRADE WILL BE
COMPUTED INTO THE GPA.
Late Attendance Policy:An absence may be excused if covered by official documentation, i.e. a physician's other
student will not constitute an excused absence. A student should see the instructor if there
are any questions concerning possible excused absences.Student athletes must bring a game schedule to the instructor as soon as possible after the
first class meeting; they must verbally inform the instructor of pending absence at least one class period in advance of the absence.UNCG rarely closes for inclement weather. Radio and TV stations have closing notifications by 6:30a.m. A student may also call 334.5000 for a message related to weather closings. The messages are updated hourly.
Students are expected to arrive for class on time. If a student arrives after attendance has been taken, a late will be assigned for the class. It is the responsibility of the student to tell the instructor of their attendance. If the instructor is not informed, an absence will be assigned. If a student is going to be late for class regularly, the reason must be discussed with the instructor.
Late Assignment Policy:
All assignments must be handed in by 4:00 p.m. on the due date. LATE WORK WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AND A GRADE OF '0' WILL BE ASSIGNED FOR THE ASSIGNMENT.
Study Expectations:
Presentation & Content of Work:Students are expected to spend 2 - 3 hours studying outside of class for every 1 credit hour assigned to the course (see Undergraduate Handbook).If a student needs free tutoring services, they should contact the Learning Assistance Center
or call 334.3878.
General Information:Effective written communication through assignments, quizzes, and exams is expected in this course. This includes attention to the depth and relevance of content in relation to the requirements of the assignments, to writing style, and to detail of grammar, spelling, etc.A student may have a complete draft of any assignment reviewed by the instructor BEFORE
it is turned in for a final grade; the review is not graded.All assignments turned in for a grade must be typed or word processed, and must be in a folder. Allwork turned in must have the following information on a cover sheet:
Student name & I.D., date of assignment, course title, instructor name, & assignment title
Points will be deducted from work turned in as follows:
i) no cover sheet or
folder = -1 pt.eachii) not typed, no signed UNCG Academic Integrity
statement, any typos or grammatical errors, poor
sentence construction or no paragraphs = -3pts.
each/assignment
If a student needs free assistance with planning, writing, or revising papers, they should contact the University Writing Center or call 334.3125. A trained writing consultant will offer advice and feedback regarding in-progress assignments. The consultant WILL NOT write an assignment for a student.
i) HATS, FOOD, CHEWING GUM, TOBACCO
PRODUCTS, AND DRINKS ARE NOT
PERMITTED IN CLASS. ALL CELL PHONES,
PAGERS ETC MUST BE TURNED OFF DURING
CLASS.
ii) IF STUDENTS ARE ABSENT FROM CLASS, IT IS{*double click on blue, underlined titles for direct links to
THEIR RESPONSIBILITY TO MAKE UP ANY
MISSED WORK AND/OR ASSIGNMENTS.
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If you have any questions regarding this syllabus, please ask your instructor NOW!!!
I hope you will enjoy what the ESS Program has to offer!!!