UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN--MILWAUKEE COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN MOVEMENT SCIENCES HMS 200 (Section 002) Course Syllabus Introduction to Kinesiology Fall 2011 Instructor: Chris H. Cramer, MS., CSCS Clinical Assistant Professor Dept. of Human Movement Sciences Lecture Time: Classroom: Tuesday & Thursday, 9:30 AM – 10:45 AM Bolton Hall, Room B52 Instructor’s Office: Instructor’s Phone: Instructor’s Email: Instructor’s Fax: Instructor’s Office Hrs: Enderis Hall, Room 429 (414) 229-6629 cramerc@uwm.edu (414) 229-2619 Most weekdays by appointment Teaching Assistant: TA’s Office: TA’s Email TA’s Phone: TA’s Office Hours: Robin Bauer END 132 rlbauer@uwm.edu (414) 229-5147 Monday’s and Thursday’s from 11:00 AM to noon Credits: Prerequisites: Required Text: 3 None Digital Publication- Cramer, C H (2011). Introduction to Kinesiology. Dubuque (IA): Great River Technologies. Access can be purchased at: http://webcom8.grtxle.com/kinesiology/ and will last 160 days from the date of registration. Course Catalog Description: Introduction to the discipline of kinesiology and its subdisciplines of exercise physiology, motor behavior, biomechanics, and psychology and sociology of physical activity. Rationale This course introduces you to the study of kinesiology, the scholarly discipline that focuses on physical activity. You will learn about all areas of kinesiology including the history and prevalence of it, the sub-disciplines that serve as the foundation of the field, and different ways that Kinesiology is applied in professional settings. This will provide valuable insight along with providing examples of career paths within the field of kinesiology. Whether you plan to work in fitness, sport, therapeutic or recreation settings, you will benefit from understanding the important principles and research underlying the field of kinesiology and will be better prepared to continue your education in this field. Course Objectives Upon completion of HMS 200, students will be able to: 1. Explain the importance of physical activity in daily life and the implications of this for the discipline of kinesiology. 2. Defend the integrative nature of the field of kinesiology. 3. Identify the nature and demands of professional occupations, the career options available within the field of kinesiology, and the qualifications associated with each. 4. Identify the basic concepts that make up each sub-discipline within the field of Kinesiology. Class Format Research on learning has shown that some students learn better from group activities and class discussion where they can think out loud, while other students learn better from lectures and independent activities where they can think quietly by themselves. For this reason, we will use both kinds of learning activities. During class time, there will be lectures, class discussions, small group activities, videos and guest lecturers. Class attendance and participation are imperative for success. Student Evaluation/Requirements Online Quizzes (5 x 10) 7% 50 points Pop Quizzes (4 x 10 points) 5% 40 points Group Work (12 x 10 points) 16% 120 points Project 14% 100 points Exam 1 11% 80 points Exam 2 11% 80 points Exam 3 11% 80 points Exam 4 11% 80 points Final Exam 14% 100 points Total 100% 730 points 100 - 94 % 93 - 90 % 89 - 88 % 87 - 84 % 83 - 80 % 79 - 78 % Grading Scale (% of possible points) A 77 - 74 % A73 - 70 % B+ 69 - 68 % B 67 - 64 % B63 - 60 % C+ 59 or less C CD+ D DF Online Quizzes will be available on the textbook website for each unit. It is open book and not timed. Questions will cover the reading of the new unit. Up to three attempts will be allowed with the highest score being recorded. 100% score will immediately release printable outline for notes. If highest score is less than 100%, the printable outline will be released on the due date listed on class schedule (8am). Pop Quizzes will be given at the beginning of selected classes throughout the semester. Questions will cover material from the assigned readings, videos and previous lectures. Group Assignments will be given during selected classes throughout the semester. An assigned topic will be discussed in groups with a summary of each group’s discussion being turned in before leaving class. Exams will all be objective in format and will cover all material from the assigned readings, videos and lectures since the previous exam. The final exam will be a cumulative review of the entire semester. Project will consist of a written essay on a topic related to Kinesiology. See class schedule for due date. Details will be available on D2L. All projects must be submitted via D2L dropbox. No late projects will be accepted Use of D2L The course web page on D2L will be used to deliver lecture material, assignments, and grade information. As the D2L site plays an integral role in this course, it is expected that students will check the site regularly for announcements and updates. For questions or instructions regarding use of the D2L site, contact the UWM help desk at 414-229-4040 or help@uwm.edu. University Policies and Resources Students are encouraged to review the Department of Human Movement Sciences Student Handbook of Policies and Procedures, which is available in Enderis 411. The Handbook offers students information regarding admission requirements, University policy regarding classroom accommodation, harassment, complaint procedures, and grade and grievance procedures. To read the College of Health Sciences Honor Code, visit: http://www4.uwm.edu/chs/students/honor_code.cfm You may view specific University policies relating to students with disabilities, religious observances, active military duty, incompletes, discriminatory conduct, academic misconduct, complaint procedures, grade appeal procedures and final exam requirements at: http://www4.uwm.edu/acad_aff/policy/ In order for accommodations to be given for any person with a disability (short or ling term), a student must first register with the Student Accessibility Center. Visit: http://www4.uwm.edu/sac/ 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. Class Policies You are expected to attend all classes and are responsible for making up any missed class material. If you have questions about what was covered during class, contact classmates first, then the TA, then the instructor. Make-up quizzes, exams and other missed work will be given at the discretion of the instructor and only if you are unable to take them due to circumstances beyond your control (family emergency, illness, etc.). Any of these circumstances require contact with the instructor before the absence/tardiness in order to excuse the absence. Documentation may be required. All made up work must be completed within 7 days of the absence. In the event of official University travel, a signed letter from the appropriate University faculty/staff member must be presented along with at least 5 days notice to receive missed materials, tests, quizzes or other graded assignments. Only UWM email accounts will be used in electronic communication when sending updates or responding to messages from students. Be on time for class. Coming in late affects the entire class. Additionally, you should be prepared for class every time we meet; this means you have read the assignment and are ready to discuss the main topic. Pop quizzes will be given at precisely 9:30am and collected as soon as students are finished. Anyone with an unexcused absence or tardiness will receive a zero. All assignments are due at 8:00am on the day specified. The project and online quizzes will not be accepted late for any reason, excused or otherwise. All assignments submitted via D2L dropbox must be in .doc or .docx (Microsoft Word) format. Please respect the opinions of others in the class even if you differ with them. You must speak and act respectfully at all times. Keep in mind, however, that it is perfectly possible to express differences in a respectful and passionate way, and you should feel free to do so throughout this course. Diversity of opinion makes for enriched learning. Refrain from talking to each other while another class member or instructor is speaking. If your phone or computer disrupts class, then you may be dismissed from class. Problems with the online publication must be addressed with Great River Technologies and will not be an acceptable excuse for late work. They can be contacted at http://webcom8.grtxle.com/helpRequest.cfm No incompletes will be given unless you consult with the instructor before the last day of class. HMS 200 (Sec 002) – Introduction to Kinesiology Fall 2011 Tue & Thu 9:30 – 10:45, BOL B52 Instructor: Professor Chris H. Cramer, MS, CSCS Class Schedule of Lectures, Readings, Exams, and Assignments (tentative and subject to change) Date 9/6 9/8 9/13 9/15 9/20 9/22 9/27 9/29 10/4 10/6 10/11 10/13 10/18 10/20 10/25 10/27 11/1 11/3 11/8 11/10 11/15 11/17 11/22 11/24 11/29 12/1 12/6 12/8 12/13 12/19 Topic Assignments Introduction to Course Unit 1 – Physical Activity Experiences Introduction to the Field History Online Quiz 1 Due 9/13 Importance Prevalence Subjectivity Sociological Aspects and Spectating Exam 1 Unit 2 – Maximizing Performance Physical Capacity Motor Skills Online Quiz 2 Due 10/6 Individual Differences and Sports Psychology Determining Appropriate Experiences Exam 2 Unit 3 – Education and Core Sciences Your Education Online Quiz 3 Due 10/24 Exercise Physiology Biomechanics Motor Behavior Dietetics Exam 3 Unit – 4 Applying Kinesiology Professionalism Online Quiz 4 Due 11/14 Employment and Credentials Practitioner Based Careers Project Due 11/18 Practitioner Based Careers No Class- Thanksgiving Practitioner Based Careers Management Based Careers Academic Based Careers and Challenges Exam 4 Class Summary and Final Review Online Quiz 5 Due 12/15 FINAL EXAM (10:00am-noon)