2010-2011 Catalog: PDF Format - The Citadel

HESS-535—History, Philosophy, and Curriculum of Physical
Education
Three Credit Hours
This course introduces students to the historical and philosophical
roots of physical education and examines the degree to which
these influence curricular models and decisions made by K-12
practitioners.
HESS-550—Instructional Aspects of Physical Education
Three Credit Hours
This course is designed to discuss theories of instruction in physical
education settings including environmental arrangements, task
presentation, content development, and feedback. Practical
applications of these principles to small peer group settings using
open and closed motor skills will be included.
HESS-551—Content and Methods of Teaching Secondary
Physical Education
Three Credit Hours
This course is designed to develop both the pedagogical skills of
teacher candidates as well as content knowledge in teaching team and
individual/dual sports. Emphasis is placed on planning, teaching,
and evaluating physical education lessons in secondary settings.
Additional emphasis is placed on candidate skill development in
team and individual/dual sports.
Prerequisite: HESS 550 or permission of the instructor.
HESS-561—Advanced Measurement and Evaluation in Physical
Education
Three Credit Hours
Analysis and interpretations of data associated with various cognitive,
affective and psychomotor tests commonly used in physical education.
Topics include test administration, test construction, performancebased
assessments, rubrics, and physical fitness and skill testing.
HESS-620—Professional Internship in Teaching
Six Credit Hours
A requirement for teacher certification, observation, and teaching
in approved schools under supervision by college professor. Two
placements are required: one in an elementary school setting and
one in a secondary school setting. A field experience component
of a minimum of 60 days is required.
Prerequisites: Please refer to program requirements.
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