Maricopa Community Colleges  PED161   19956-20086 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 07/22/08
PED161 19956-20086 LEC 3 Credit(s) 3 Period(s)
Introduction to Physical Education
An orientation course in physical education for the prospective physical education teacher.
Prerequisites: None.
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
PED161   19956-20086 Introduction to Physical Education
1. Describe the discipline of physical education. (I)
2. Identify and describe career opportunities in physical education. (II)
3. Describe the objectives and components of a school physical education program. (III)
4. Identify and describe the characteristics of a successful physical educator. (IV)
5. Design and present a lesson plan for a physical education activity. (V)
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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
 
PED161   19956-20086 Introduction to Physical Education
    I. The Discipline of Physical Education
        A. Scientific knowledge
        B. Social contributions
      II. Career Opportunities in Physical Education
          A. Educational requirements
          B. Professionalism
        III. School Physical Education Programs
            A. Objectives
            B. Components
            C. Evaluation
          IV. Characteristics of Successful Physical Educators
              A. Credentials
              B. Personal qualities
              C. Professionalism
            V. Design and Presentation of Physical Education Activities
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