Northeast Alabama Community College
Fall 2014-2015
SYLLABUS
PED 133
Tennis (Beginning)
1 Semester Hour - C
I.
2 Contact Hours
Course Description
This course emphasizes the fundamentals of tennis. Topics include basic strokes, rules,
etiquette, and court play. Upon completion, students should be able to play recreational
tennis.
II.
Prerequisite
None
III.
Course Textbooks, Manuals, or Other Required Materials
Instructor prepared handouts.
IV.
Course Learning Outcomes
A.
B.
C.
D.
V.
The student will learn to enjoy participation in tennis.
The student will learn the fitness benefits of tennis.
The student will learn the social benefits of tennis.
The student will learn the history of tennis.
Activities Promoting General Education Outcomes
Cognition--Critical thinking: Students will use critical thinking in applying rules of
tennis and in developing strategies for the various aspects of the game.
VI.
Outline of Course Topics
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
H.
The grips
The basic strokes
The scoring system
The general rules of the game
Proper court play and behavior
The basics of singles and doubles
The history of tennis
The social aspects of tennis
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VII. Methods of Instruction
A. Demonstrations
B. Class discussion
C. Individual instruction
VIII. Evaluation and Assessment
A.
The course grade will be determined by the following methods:
1. Written and oral quizzes
2. Written exams
3. Observation of student play
The individual instructor and/or department will determine grades based upon the
following: A=90–100%, B=80–89%, C=70–79%, D=60–69%, and F=below 60%.
B. Departmental Assessment of General Education Outcomes
Cognition--Critical thinking skills will be assessed by a quiz requiring application
of the rules of tennis. Students will demonstrate the attainment of the general
education outcome of Cognition--Critical thinking skills with a score of at least
70% or higher on the selected quiz.
C. Use of Assessment Findings
During the Fall In-service of the year following the scheduled review of PED 133,
a committee will review all course assessment materials submitted by the
instructors and division director. The committee will submit a report of any
recommended curriculum changes for PED 133 to the division director, who will
then submit them to the Student Learning Outcome (SLO) Committee. Upon
approval by the SLO Committee, a copy will be filed with the Office of
Institutional Planning and Assessment.
IX.
Attendance
Students are expected to attend all classes for which they are registered. Students who are
unable to attend class regularly, regardless of the reason or circumstance, should
withdraw from that class before poor attendance interferes with the student’s ability to
achieve the objectives required in the course. Withdrawal from class can affect eligibility
for federal financial aid.
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X.
Statement on Discrimination/Harassment
NACC and the Alabama State Board of Education are committed to providing both
employment and educational environments free of harassment or discrimination related to
an individual’s race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, or disability. Such
harassment is a violation of State Board of Education policy. Any practice or behavior
that constitutes harassment or discrimination will not be tolerated.
XI.
Statement of Adherence to ADA Guidelines
Instructors will adhere to the Americans With Disabilities Act and/or Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act (1973) and will publish the following statement on course outlines
given to students at the beginning of each semester: “Any individual who qualifies for
reasonable accommodations under the American With Disabilities Act or Section 504 of
the Rehabilitation Act (1973) should notify the instructor immediately.”
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