SYLLABUS
Course Number and Section
3 Credit Hours
PED 223
Methods of Instruction
Fall, 2009
Course Information
Prerequisite(s)
Course
Description
Student
Learning
Outcomes
Student hours
and location
for Student
Hours
Class days
and time
Last Date of
Withdrawal
NONE
This course will instruct the student on specialized teaching techniques in becoming a
wellness exercise instructor. The student will learn the basics of instruction in the area
of aerobic types of exercise and weight training. This course will enable the student to
instruct as well as supervise these types of programs. The students will learn basic
anatomy, and exercise physiology as it applies to the movement of the body during
exercise. This course will address and explain safety and teaching methods for the
exercise instructor in the development of a comprehensive fitness program.
1) The student will be able to develop a total fitness program for an individual or a
group
2) The student will be able to organize stretches, cardiovascular and muscular
exercises in a fitness program for an individual or a group.
3) The student will be able to instruct their program clearly through oral
communication.
4) The student will be able to identify healthy and unhealthy food choices.
5) The student will be able to identify contraindicated exercises as it relates to specific
populations.
MW 2:30-3:30;
T&R 8:30-9:30
In Wellness Center
MW 10:00-11:15
See printed schedule for information
Campus and
Class location
Martin Campus
Make-up
policy
All make-up work is to be completed within one week of the missed class. It is the student’s
responsibility to contact the instructor. Class participation and oral reports, can not be made
up; written reports, and tests are allowed to be made up
Required
textbook and
Course
Materials
Personal Trainer Manual; by the American Council on Exercise and/or Methods of Group
Instruction; Second Edition by Carol A. Kennedy & Mary M. Yoke & Packet from the
Bookstore
Daily
Activities,
Class
Participation,
Pop Quizzes,
etc.
This class offers the students the opportunity to learn about different styles of aerobic and
anaerobic exercise, through lecture, discussion, & lab experiences (which include videos,
practice application of teaching techniques & demonstrations). Class attendance is essential
for participation in learning the essential skills & knowledge of teaching. This is needed for the
successful completion of the course.
Final
Examination
See printed exam schedule
Instructor Information
Instructor
Instructor’s
E-mail and
phone number
Division
Chair’s
E-mail and
phone number
Website
Green and staff
Wellness center 3912445
lgreen@sheltonstate.edu
mmurphy@sheltonstate.edu
3912994
Sheltonstate.edu see wellness center
College Policy Information
Academic
Misconduct
Attendance
Policy
Standard
College
Policies
Student Email
(Bucs Mail)
Students are expected to be honorable in all college assignments. Suspected cases of academic
misconduct are reported to the Dean of Instructional Services.
SSCC Attendance Policy: Students are expected to attend all classes for which they are
registered, to be prompt and to remain in class/lab for the entire time. Attendance will be
recorded at every class/lab meeting. On the final grade report, instructors are required to
identify the last day of attendance for all students who receive a grade of “F” or “U.” Students
who are unable to attend class regularly, regardless of the reason or circumstance, should
withdraw from the class. Withdrawal from class can affect eligibility for federal financial aid.
The Standard College Policies apply to all classes at the college and are a part of every official
course syllabus; each student receives a copy when he or she completes the vehicle
registration/waiver procedure. It is also available from the College website,
www.sheltonstate.edu. It is the responsibility of the student to have a copy of these policies and
to abide by them. This class syllabus is intended to give further detail about the policies and
expectations in this class. College policies are also published in the Schedule of Classes and the
SSCC College Catalog/Student Handbook. Students are expected to be aware of and abide by
College policies in every class.
All students who are or have been registered for classes at Shelton State Community College
are provided an email account. Students who are currently registered must have an email
account. Electronic mail is the official method of communication for delivery of
information. Shelton State designated communicators may use this email account to send
official communications to the student body. Student email addresses will be recorded in the
college’s electronic directories and records. To activate/sign in to your Bucs Mail account, visit
the Bucs Mail icon at www.sheltonstate.edu.
Quality
Enhancement
Plan
Shelton State’s Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP)
Improving Student Success in Online Classes
Students
With
Disabilities
“Shelton State, in compliance with the American Disabilities Act of 1990, will make every
reasonable accommodation for students with special learning needs, learning needs, including
hearing impaired students with diagnosed learning disabilities, as well as other classifications of
disability specified in the students wishing assistance under the provisions of the American with
Disabilities Act of 1990 should contact the Dean of Students.
Grading: Three written tests each equal 100 points, and a teaching demonstration project equals 100 points.
Students' participation is required during other classmates' presentation of their project. Students' will participate
and critique each presenter by writing a position paper on every project. These papers will be worth 20 points.
Tests, project and positions papers are worth a total of 420 points.
The following information about the course is required:
Activities and Material covered by that Activity
Percentage of Grade
Or Number of Points
Test #1
Test #2
Test #3
Final Project -_Fitness or Personal Trainer Demonstration
Peer Critiques
Student’s
Score
100 points
100 points
100 points
100 points
20 points
420
Letter grades will be assigned according to the following:
Percentage Grade
90-100
80-89
70-79
60-69
59 and below
Letter grade
A
B
C
D
F
Points Scale: 420-378 = A
377-336 = B
335-294 = C
293-252 = D
Below 251 = F
Course Outline:
1. Introduction to the course and wellness program
2. Understanding basic anatomy & physiology as it relates to exercise movements
3. Understanding the importance of warm-up and cool-down techniques and the role it plays in developing a sound
exercise program
4. Demonstrating safe and unsafe exercise movements in aerobic & anaerobic exercise
5. Demonstrating proper spotting techniques in weight training
6. Demonstrating various exercise routines, (sculpting, aerobic dance, step aerobics, kick boxing, circuit training,
strength training & yoga- like stretches)
7. Understanding the value of non-impact aerobics
8. Developing and designing safe and effective movements for the different muscle movements throughout
aerobic and anaerobic exercise.
9. Learn how to modify workouts for individuals who have specific problems (eg. Back problems, arthritis, etc.)
10. Learn how to select appropriate music and beats for different exercise routines
11. Understanding the importance of toning the muscles with resistance exercise
12. Articulating and projecting verbal cues and hand cues
“This course outline is tentative, and the instructor reserves the right to change them."