All Physical Education and Health Courses

Offered: Typically every Fall Term

A comprehensive course in the latest techniques and procedures in meeting accident and illness emergencies, such as stoppage of breathing, cardiac arrest, airway obstruction, severe bleeding, poisoning, fractures, burns, shock, heat or cold related emergencies, seizures, and sudden illness. Two American Red Cross certificates'Community CPR and Community First Aid and Safety'can be earned. Course Fee: Estimated $25. 1 Course Credit

Offered: Typically alternate Spring Terms (offered fall 2012)

This class examines the biological, physiological, psychological, social, and ethical factors that affect human sexuality and interpersonal relationships. Through lecture, small- and large-group discussions, debates, audiovisuals, guest speakers, and directed reading assignments, the focus will be on reality-oriented sexual behavior and attitudes; needs and interests of college students; positive satisfaction, obligations, and responsibilities to self and others; sexual deviance; influence of society; and changing mores, roles, and lifestyles. 1 Course Credit

Prerequisites: Determined by course instructor

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."

Prerequisites: PEH 100 or permission; and GSTR 110 (or waiver)

Offered: Typically annually

Health in Appalachia explores various dimensions of the environment that impact the health of individuals and the communities in which they live within the Appalachian region. The overarching frameworks used in this exploration consist of Bronfenbrenner's Ecological Model and the Six Dimensions of Health Wellness Model. Specific topics addressed include: education, religion, industrialization, economic development, access to health care, sexuality, domestic violence, race and ethnicity, and substance abuse. This course is designed for the non-professional interested in the health needs of all people living in the Appalachian region and will include directed readings, lectures, discussions, films, guest speakers, and field trips. African Americans', Appalachians', and Women's Perspective. 1 Course Credit

Prerequisites: GSTR 110 (or waiver) and PEH 100 or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically every Spring Term

An introduction to the field of Health Studies and to possible careers in health. Students will study several significant problems in public health and begin to develop the knowledge and skills to understand and solve these problems, including a basic introduction to use of approaches, such as health education, health promotion, and primary prevention. 1 Course Credit

Prerequisites: PEH 100 or permission; and GSTR 110 (or waiver)

Offered: Typically alternate Spring Terms (next offered Spring 2013)

This course explores family dynamics from a family systems perspective and examines how those dynamics are affected by addiction and violence. Topics covered include: the development of family theories; the structure of a family system; the impact on children and their future relationships; the interplay between substance abuse and the family system; domestic violence; and trauma healing. Prevention, intervention, and treatment options for addictions will be emphasized. 1 Course Credit

Prerequisite: HLT 215 OR a college course in Women's Studies OR permission of instructor

Offered: Typically alternate years

This course will help students understand women's health from a personal perspective and then connect that understanding to the health of women in other parts of the world. Emphasis will be on reproductive health, including pregnancy, birth, and breastfeeding, but we will also study issues such as environmental health, violence against women, and AIDS as a global health problem. African Americans', Appalachians', and Women's Perspective. 1 Course Credit

Prerequisite(s): GSTR 210. A background in biology and anatomy and physiology will be helpful, but is not required, in this course.

Summer Course Only

The purpose of this course is to cover the essential information necessary for the prevention, treatment, and management of obesity, from the individual adipose cell to the entire public health community. The concept of obesity will be explored through a multidisciplinary approach, including biology, physiology, nutrition, nursing, and public health. Biological, social, psychological, cultural, economic, and political influences on obesity will be explored. Assessment, investigation, and treatments of obesity will be discussed along with evidence-based strategies for obesity prevention.

Prerequisites: Determined by course instructor

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."

Prerequisites: PEH 100; GSTR 110 (or waiver); and one other HLT course

Offered: Typically alternate Fall Terms (next offered Fall 2012)

This course will help students develop knowledge and skills toward becoming effective health educators for both adults and children in settings of P-12 schools, public health, community health, medical offices, and work sites. Emphasis will be on theories of health education leading to creative and effective teaching with a goal of healthy behavioral change. The course also will explore health promotion at a larger public health level. 1 Course Credit

Prerequisites: Determined by course instructor

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."

Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 390; senior standing for 490

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 390/490A; others will be 390/490B.

Prerequisite: Sophomore, junior, or senior standing

Offered: Typically every term

An experiential learning experience individually designed for students with a special academic interest requiring integration of classroom learning with practical experience. Includes on-campus seminars with academic sponsors, as well as non-classroom experience. One to 3 course credits in one regular term; 1.5 course credits in Summer One Term; or 1 to 2 course credits in Summer Two Term may be taken in Internships. Requires the approval of two faculty sponsors and the Program assumes the responsibility for determining credit allowance. The Coordinator of Internships gives final approval for Internship proposals. All Internships meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) requirement.

Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 397; senior standing for 497

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.

Prerequisites: Will vary, but always will include permission of instructor

Offered: Typically on a limited basis as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course organized and directed by faculty and approved by the Program Director or Department Chairperson to meet the particular interests and/or needs of specific students.

Prerequisites: Determined by course instructor

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."

Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 390; senior standing for 490

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 390/490A; others will be 390/490B.

Prerequisite: Sophomore, junior, or senior standing

Offered: Typically every term

An experiential learning experience individually designed for students with a special academic interest requiring integration of classroom learning with practical experience. Includes on-campus seminars with academic sponsors, as well as non-classroom experience. One to 3 course credits in one regular term; 1.5 course credits in Summer One Term; or 1 to 2 course credits in Summer Two Term may be taken in Internships. Requires the approval of two faculty sponsors and the Program assumes the responsibility for determining credit allowance. The Coordinator of Internships gives final approval for Internship proposals. All Internships meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) requirement.

Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 397; senior standing for 497

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.

Prerequisites: Will vary, but always will include permission of instructor

Offered: Typically on a limited basis as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course organized and directed by faculty and approved by the Program Director or Department Chairperson to meet the particular interests and/or needs of specific students.

Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms

Knowledge and physical activities to improve and maintain wellness in College and after. The course brings together several major components: assessment of physical fitness, swimming abilities for survival, study of current information about wellness, and physical activities. Meets three hours each week. Strongly recommended to be taken in the first year. 1/2 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PEH 100

Offered: Frequency yet to be determined (next offered Spring 2013)

Study of the foundations of healthy behaviors and fundamental movement concepts in preparation for helping young children ages birth to 5 years become socially, emotionally, and physically well. Students will learn to structure age-appropriate movement experiences that encourage self-expression and social interaction as well as developing motor skills, and to convey important health concepts that will lay the foundation for lifelong health and wellness. 1 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PEH 100

Offered: Frequency yet to be determined (next offered Spring 2013)

Study of fundamental movement concepts and the foundations of good health in preparation for helping students in pre-school through grade 5 understand and apply these concepts. In the first half of the term, students will learn to convey important health concepts through experiential learning. The second half of the term students will learn to structure age-appropriate movement experiences that encourage self-expression and social interaction, as well as developing motor skills. 1 Course Credit

Prerequisites: Admission to the Teacher Education Program and satisfactory completion of a major or minor course that has a methods component, chosen from PED 244, 245, 246, 247, 250, 362, or HLT 315

Offered: Typically every Summer Term

This course is designed as an advanced-level practicum to allow students an opportunity to integrate teaching skills and understandings in a school setting. This experience enables students to compile evidence that they meet the performance indicators required for admission to Student Teaching. In the course of the practicum, students will be expected to demonstrate the ability to teach in a manner that invites integration with their students, including the ability to formulate and use appropriate and effective questioning strategies. Students also will keep a journal of daily reflections that reveals the depth of their ability to learn from their own teaching. Students will be expected to plan and implement at least one unit (related sequence of lessons) of instruction, including: 1) a completed unit plan with goals and objectives; 2) a supporting rationale; 3) a detailed activity outline; 4) a statement describing modes of assessment and samples of student work; 5) an annotated bibliography of materials and texts for students; and 6) an annotated bibliography of readings done in preparation for teaching the unit. It is expected that students will draw from the materials created in this course for entries in their Education portfolios; therefore, a reflective self-assessment should be included with the unit and a statement of evaluation should be obtained from the cooperating teacher. 1 Course Credit

Prerequisites: None

Summer Course Only

Course Description: The main objective of this course is to learn about Denmark and Danish culture, but also about basic gymnastic skills, Danish gymnastics. Furthermore students will be introduced to injury prevention and treatment, spotting and proper warm up techniques. Emphasis will be put on the development on personal skills and active participation in class.

Offered: Typically every Fall Term

This course introduces the student to the discipline of physical education including key concepts and professional applications. Historical trends, contemporary issues, and ethical questions are addressed. Students explore information technology and movement analysis technology relevant to the discipline of physical education. 1 Course Credit

Prerequisites: Determined by instructor

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."

The course will provide an introduction to Denmark, Danish sports culture, and Danish gymnastics through: 1) Whole body warm-up, conditioning, and stretching; 2) Pair work, acrobatics, and games; 3) Rhythmic compositions; 4) Tumbling and vaulting; and 5) Teaching and spotting methods, where students will learn to teach each other. All of this will be combined with information about Denmark: Danish culture, history, education, and sports associations—using videos, slides, Internet, and written information. This course ends with a performance in which all students in this course participate. Meets PED 1/4-credit Activity requirement.

Prerequisite: PEH 100 or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms

Designed for individuals who have had no previous experience in swimming or those whose skills are such that that they would be at risk in most aquatic situations. The course emphasizes elementary strokes, survival flotation, treading, finning, sculling, water entry, and on-land rescues. Class meets three hours each week. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisites: PEH 100 and approval of the Program Coordinator and College Health Service

Offered: Typically annually

Intended for those students who are unable, for medical reasons, to take any of the general PED activity courses. An individual program will be developed by the Physical Education and Health Program. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PEH 100 or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically annually

A study of the asanas (poses) included in the practice of Hatha Yoga. The focus will be on connecting breath with movement, developing ease and comfort in poses and developing skills in using yoga as a tool for increased self-awareness. The content will include basic history of yoga, anatomy and physiology, meditation and asanas. Students will be required to purchase a yoga mat that they will keep throughout the term. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PEH 100 or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically annually

Because of its movement and mind/body focus, the benefits of Tai Chi on dynamic balance, relaxation, and sustained mental attention have been recognized by those who engage in all kinds of activities. Students of Tai Chi will learn the Yang (short form) style of Tai Chi as well as the mind-body connection in accordance with the principles and techniques of Tai Chi to help enrich one's life. Tai Chi is scientifically designed to help all students maintain a healthy body through stretching, breathing and meditation. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor

Offered: Typically varies, depending on sport

Limit of one PED 206 credit for a particular sport. Minimum requirement of 75-percent participation and special knowledge evaluation. Coaches will use their discretion relative to credit for the course and students who are injured. Students must register for the course in the term in which the majority of the sport will be offered and will receive a grade only for that term. Students must register by specific section as follows:

206 A. Soccer - Men
206 B. Soccer - Women
206 C. Tennis - Women
206 D. Cross Country - Men and Women
206 E. Swimming - Men and Women
206 F. Volleyball - Women
206 G. Basketball - Women (see above note)
206 H. Basketball - Men (see above note)
206 I. Track and Field - Men
206 J. Track and Field - Women
206 K. Tennis - Men
206 L. Baseball
206 M. Golf
206 N. Softball - Women
1/4 Course Credit Each

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor

Offered: Typically varies, depending on sport

Limit of one 206 credit for a particular sport. Minimum requirement of 75-percent participation and special knowledge evaluation. Coaches will use their discretion relative to persons who are injured and credit for the course. Students must register for the course in all terms for which a particular sport is scheduled. For example, intercollegiate basketball is scheduled during both Fall and Spring Terms.

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor

Offered: Typically varies, depending on sport

Limit of one 206 credit for a particular sport. Minimum requirement of 75-percent participation and special knowledge evaluation. Coaches will use their discretion relative to persons who are injured and credit for the course. Students must register for the course in all terms for which a particular sport is scheduled. For example, intercollegiate basketball is scheduled during both Fall and Spring Terms. Students must be registered for PED 206G during both terms to receive the 1/4 credit.

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor

Offered: Typically varies, depending on sport

Limit of one 206 credit for a particular sport. Minimum requirement of 75-percent participation and special knowledge evaluation. Coaches will use their discretion relative to persons who are injured and credit for the course. Students must register for the course in all terms for which a particular sport is scheduled. For example, intercollegiate basketball is scheduled during both Fall and Spring Terms. Students must be registered for PED 206H during both terms to receive the 1/4 credit.

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor

Offered: Typically varies, depending on sport

Limit of one 206 credit for a particular sport. Minimum requirement of 75-percent participation and special knowledge evaluation. Coaches will use their discretion relative to persons who are injured and credit for the course. Students must register for the course in all terms for which a particular sport is scheduled. For example, intercollegiate basketball is scheduled during both Fall and Spring Terms.

Prerequisites: One full year of membership in the Berea Middle Eastern Dancers (BMED) and permission of instructor
Offered: Typically fall and spring terms

Berea Middle Eastern Dance Ensemble is a study of techniques, choreography and performance elements involved in Middle Eastern Dance. The purpose of this course is to provide serious dance students with opportunities to develop their skills from novice or beginner to an intermediate or advanced level. Limit of one regular term of enrollment for meeting the requirement of two 1/4 credit PED activity courses.

Prerequisites: None
Offered: Typically annually

An intensive experience designed to increase skills and understanding in the teaching of Appalachian, English, Danish, and American dance and song. One week of full-time instruction and practice. Meets one 200-level 1/4 course credit PED Activity Course requirement. NOTE: This course may be repeated for credit.

Prerequisites: One full year of membership in the Modern Dance Troupe and permission of instructor

Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms

To receive credit, students must participate for one regular term, perform in the Modern Dance Concert, and participate in organizing and carrying it out. Limit of one regular-term PED 206Y for each student toward meeting the requirement for two 1/4-credit PED activity courses. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisites: One full year of previous membership in Country Dancers and permission of instructor

Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms

Participation is required for one regular term to receive credit. Membership selected by tryouts. Limit of one regular term PED 206Z for each student toward meeting the requirement for two 1/4-credit PED-activity courses. 1/4 Course Credit

Coaching Track and Field is a course that has been developed for the dedicated track and field enthusiast who could potentially see themselves as track and field coaches at the middle school, high school or collegiate level. Each track and field event will be taught via reading assignments, research on specific topics, lectures, classroom presentations, professional video tape viewings, as well as practical sessions. There will also be an Officiating Clinic with an online test that will result in USATF Officiating Certification upon successful completion of the examination. In addition, the students will help organize and run a track and field clinic with public school children as a final project for the class which will culminate all facets of their knowledge gained during the course.

Prerequisite: PEH 100 or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically alternate years (no longer offered)

Aikido is a Japanese martial art emphasizing harmonious resolution to conflict. It is classified as a 'soft' martial art, with the goal being personal transformation rather than harm to the opponent. Aikido movements are circular, fluid, and often dancelike. Students in this course will learn the philosophy of the art as well as basic techniques of attacking, falling, and responding to attacks. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PEH 100 or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered Fall 2013)

This course is designed for individuals who already are comfortable with basic survival and swimming skills, in shallow and deep water. Students will refine strokes, preparing student for swimming for fitness or for novice competition. The course includes a variety of water sports and activities using acquired safety and swim skills. This course fulfills the swim competency requirement for graduation. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PEH 100 or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

This course offers beginning-level instruction in traditional Kung-Fu forms consisting of offensive and defensive maneuvers in a series of block, kicks, strikes, and formal stances. The forms have practical self-defense applications, and will enhance mental and physical focus, balance, cardiovascular health, strength, agility, and coordination. Instruction also includes hand-to-hand defense techniques, ground defense, and information on concentration, relaxation, and assault prevention. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PEH 100 or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically every Fall Term

This course introduces the fundamental skills and knowledge to play golf at the beginning level. Students will learn basic swings, learn rules, etiquette, and strategies. They will develop and improve personal physical fitness and prepare for participation in golf as a lifetime sport. NOTE: Not open to students who have received credit for PED 206M. Course Fee: $5. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PEH 100 or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms

This course exposes student to the fundamental skills and knowledge of beginning badminton and tennis, and an appreciation for the lifetime recreational value of both sports. NOTE: Not open to students who have received credit for PED 206C or 206K. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PEH 100 or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms

Aerobic Dance develops aerobic fitness through rhythmic movements and dance. It emphasizes learning dynamic movement and doing whole body workouts. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PEH 100 or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically annually

Body Recall is an intergenerational and educational exercise experience. It is a program that is specifically developed to fit people of all ages and physical abilities, improving strength, flexibility, and balance. The slow and smooth exercises used help to reclaim range of movement that is pain free and possible, making living more pleasurable. Exercises are performed seated or standing, and make use of various equipment, such as balls, wands, and parachutes. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PEH 100 or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms

This course is designed for individuals who would choose walking as a form of exercise for lifelong physical fitness. Initially, the class will start their walking program at a moderate fitness level and later develop form that is appropriate for vigorous training. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PEH 100 or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms

This course exposes the student to fundamental skills and knowledge of weight training and physical conditioning. Students learn to use equipment in the weight room and to develop a personal training program for lifetime fitness. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PED 209 or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

This course is designed to give students an introduction to the theory and practice of Aquatic Art. This course seeks to enhance knowledge of, and appreciation for, the aesthetics of the body, water, and aquatic resources through artistic expression. Students will receive instruction in Aquatic Art vocabulary and performance. Following skill acquisition, students will apply their skills in the form of individual and group compositions. NOTE: Noncredit for students who took PED 308 during Short Term. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PEH 100 or equivalent; or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms

Introductory course designed to expose students to a holistic approach to stress management, including basic principles, theories, and relaxation techniques to effectively manage personal stress, and to assist students in understanding and managing stress as it relates to personal health and lifestyle in the areas of stress sources, responses, reduction, burnout, and prevention. Students taking this course will assess their own stress levels, and design personal dynamic stress interventions optimizing health. The course meets three hours each week. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PEH 100 or equivalent; or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically annually

Introduction to weight management with an emphasis on the importance of physical activity and healthful nutritional habits throughout one's lifetime. Topics will include the following: obesity, low body weight, eating disorders, physiology of weight gain/loss, exercise as the key to weight management, healthy weight gain, weight-loss myths/quackery, influence of the media on body image, losing/gaining weight in a healthy or sensible way, and nutritional aspects of weight management. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PEH 100 or equivalent; or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms

Students will explore varied water activities/exercises and then choose the ones desirable for them that can lead to the intrinsic improvement of fitness components and promote the extrinsic benefits of water exercise. The exercises generally are done in a vertical position and always with the face and head out of the water in shallow water and/or with flotation in deep water. There will be information on fitness swimming, but students do not have to be able to swim to take the class. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PEH 100 or equivalent; or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically every Spring Term

Introductory course designed to expose students to a variety of lifetime activities very different from traditional activities. Basic skills; equipment needs and selection; safety and etiquette; maintenance and repairs; and environmental awareness and minimal impact concerns will be presented. The types of activities offered will vary. PED 223 activities include (but are not limited to) archery, cycling, canoeing, and cold-weather backpacking/hiking. Some of these activities will require participation in some day, overnight, and/or early-morning outings. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PEH 100 or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically alternate Fall Terms (next offered Fall 2013)

An introduction to contemporary concert dance technique and performance. Students will participate actively in dance classes three hours each week, developing facility of movement, and learning modern-dance technique and improvisation, as well as basic principles of choreography. The goal of the class is to develop dance skills and to prepare the student for future participation in modern dance as a lifelong activity. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PEH 100 or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms

Students will develop racquetball knowledge and skills which will enable them to engage in this lifetime activity. They will learn offensive and defensive strokes, rules, and strategies. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PEH 100 or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered term Fall 2013)

Studies and exercises to aid the acting student or vocal performer in understanding the physical aspects of character: physical and emotional energy flow, body placement, use of space, and relationship with other performers. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PEH 100 or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically annually

An introduction to popular forms and styles of social dance and folk dance, and folk dance forms from around the world. Students will participate actively in Dance classes three hours each week, learning skills and styles of couple dances, such as waltz, swing, salsa, and polka, and of group dances, such as contra, square, and international dances. The goal of the class is to prepare students for a lifetime of participation in social and folk dance. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PEH 100 or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically alternate Spring Terms (next offered Spring 2014)

This course is designed to introduce the beginning Dance student to jazz dance technique. The content of the course will include a brief look at the roots of jazz dance, jazz dance in relationship to jazz music, and the various jazz dance styles including popular, old-style, blues, and modern. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PEH 100

Offered: Typically alternate Spring Terms (next offered Spring 2013)

This course is designed to introduce the beginning Dance student to ballet technique. The content of the class will include a brief history of ballet, basic information about ballet as an art form, using ballet as a means to improve body awareness and alignment, and using ballet technique. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PEH 100 or PED 211 or equivalent; or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

This course offers intermediate-level instruction in traditional Kung-Fu forms consisting of offensive and defensive maneuvers in a series of block, kicks, strikes, and formal stances. The forms have practical self-defense applications, and will enhance mental and physical focus, balance, cardiovascular health, strength, agility, and coordination. Instruction also includes hand-to-hand defense techniques, ground defense, and information on concentration, relaxation, and assault prevention. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: GSTR 110 (or waiver) AND one entry-level course in ONE of the following: PSY, SOC, CFS, or NUR

Offered: Frequency and next offering yet to be determined

Dance in Healing and Therapy is designed to introduce the student to: 1) the ways dance and movement can lead to understanding of oneself and of others as thinking, feeling, and sensing beings, and 2) ways dance and movement can be used for personal development for people of varying psychological or emotional abilities. The course is grounded in Laban Movement Analysis, a system widely used in dance and movement as healing and therapy. Meets PED 1/4-credit Activity requirement. 1 Course Credit
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Prerequisite: PEH 100 or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically annually (next offered Spring 2012)

In this course, students will learn basic gymnastic skills, with emphasis on the development of personal skills and active participation in class. Students will be introduced to injury prevention and treatment, resistance training related to gymnastics, and proper warm-up techniques. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor

Offered: Typically every fall semester

An introduction to the broad diversity of Middle Eastern Dances. Students learn the various expressions of Middle Eastern Dance: Folkloric dances from various parts of the Middle East as well as "Raqs Sharqi" (often called "Belly dance" in the West). Students learn the basic dance movements of Middle Eastern Dance: hip movements, undulations, shimmies, isolations, taqsim, traveling steps, hand movements and facial expressions. Approximately 70% of the class time will be spent dancing. Students also learn theoretical background of Middle Eastern Dance: culture, music, geography, gender-roles, and costuming. Wellness Perspective.
1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PEH 100 or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically annually

This course provides the student with basic knowledge and practice of several recreational games, which may include volleyball, wally ball, disc golf, ultimate Frisbee, croquet, pickle-ball, racquetball, scooter soccer, and darts. It provides a variety of activities that the student may continue to enjoy with friends and family beyond the term in the pursuit of lifetime wellness. NOTE: Not open to students who have completed PED 206F. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PEH 100 or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically Fall Term

This course is designed to familiarize students with the outdoors through a variety of activities. Hiking, backpacking, and camping techniques will be introduced along with lessons in survival skills. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PEH 100 or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically annually

This course introduces students to good fencing skill performance, including attack and defense strategies, as well as safety and etiquette and the courtesies of fencing. 1/4 Course Credit

Offered: Typically alternate Fall Terms (next offered Fall 2012)

This course is a study of the theory and principles of movement for the elementary child with emphasis on the analysis of basic movement, motor development, games, sports, creative movement, and gymnastics. Selection and progression of skills in physical-education classes is based on knowledge about movement, learning theory, and development of the elementary child. Curriculum development principles for P-12 physical education will be investigated. Students will have the opportunity to work with children in both public school and community settings. 1 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PEH 100 or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically alternate Spring Terms (next offered Spring 2013)

A comprehensive dance course dealing with basic-movement skills and creative-teaching approaches in folk, social, and creative dance and rhythmic gymnastics. Study of dance as an art form and the place of dance in education will be included. A portion of the class will be directly focused on dance for children, especially creative dance and elementary folk and square dance. Arts Perspective. NOTE: May be approved on a term-by-term basis to meet the Active Learning Experience. (Check the Schedule of Classes to see if this course is approved for the term in which the student plans to take the course). 1 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PEH 100 or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically alternate Fall Terms (next offered Fall 2014)

Explores tactics, skills, teaching, and coaching methods for badminton, basketball, bowling, soccer, tennis, and track and field. The philosophy of competition and coaching and practical officiating. Individualized teaching procedures will be used. This course will include a two-hour laboratory experience. 1 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PEH 100 or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically alternate Fall Terms (next offered Fall 2013)

Explores tactics, skills, teaching, and coaching methods in archery, football, golf, softball, volleyball, and introduction to racquetball. The philosophy of competition and coaching and practical officiating. Individualized teaching procedures will be used. This course will include a two-hour laboratory experience. 1 Course Credit

Prerequisite: GSTR 110 (or waiver)

Offered: Typically annually

Explores dance of African and Asian nations in cultural context and in the context of dance of other countries. The goal of the class is to increase understanding and appreciation of the diversity of ways in which individuals, communities, and groups define themselves in movement, and to develop awareness of dance as a form of cultural expression. At the conclusion of the course, students will examine ways in which African and Asian dance styles have influenced American dance and culture. The class will include dancing, video viewing, interviews with international students, reading, and writing of research and analysis papers. Arts Perspective and World Culture (Non-Western) component of the International Perspective. 1 Course Credit

Prerequisite: GSTR 110 (or waiver)

Offered: Typically annually

This course will introduce students to the historical, theoretical, and critical elements of dance. Students will explore the role that dance has played in society throughout history and in contemporary life. Experiences in class will include reading, discussion, video viewing, movement exploration, creative-process activities, and group presentations. Course Fee: $5) Arts Perspective. 1 Course Credit

Prerequisites: Successful completion of the swim screen (completed in PEH 100) requirement or one of the swimming courses

Offered: Typically alternate Spring Terms (next offered Spring 2013)

Provides the student with knowledge and skills to teach swimming basics and water safety to all ages, and provides the opportunity to earn the American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification. This course also provides training in community water safety and basic water rescue skills, as well as introduces water as a fitness and therapeutic medium. 1 Course Credit

Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered Fall 2013)

This course is a comprehensive introduction to the coaching profession. Emphasis is placed on sport at the high school and serious club levels. Consideration also is given to coaching at other levels, such as youth, recreational, interscholastic, and intercollegiate sport programs. The primary goal of the course is to develop and enhance students' knowledge and understanding of concepts and techniques of coaching and their application to achieving important objectives in working with athletes. The course and textbook combine sport science theory and research with the practical knowledge and methods of expert coaches in the five essential categories of coaching education and professional practice. Principles and practical applications are presented and thoroughly explained for each of these five important dimensions of coaching. NOTE: Noncredit for students who completed PED 286A in Spring 2008 or PED 286B in Spring 2010. 1 Course Credit

Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor.

Offered: Typically alternate spring terms

An introduction to the history and practice of ballroom dances from various countries, such as the Waltz, Foxtrot, Cha Cha, and Tango. Students are expected to spend a majority of time learning to identify music appropriate for each dance while simultaneously learning and practicing the basic steps for each dance set by the standards used to judge American ballroom dance competitions. Students choose either leader or follower role, and partners will switch periodically. 1/4 Course Credit
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Prerequisite: BIO 101 or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically annually

A brief overview of the mechanism, prevention, management, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. Practical experience includes the performance of simple taping procedures to the major joints of the body, along with the recognition of selected health problems related to athletics. In addition, time will be set aside for students to qualify for American Red Cross CPR Certification. Course Fee: Estimated $8 1 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PEH 100 or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically alternate Spring Terms (next offered Spring 2014)

This course will focus on developing knowledge of current concepts and practices in adapted physical education. Course topics will include assessment, planning, and implementation of physical education activities for people with unique needs and abilities. The topic of working with special-needs populations will be approached from a developmental perspective using a 'person-first' model. Students will be expected to acquire the skills necessary to understand typical and atypical motor performance, assess motor skills and fitness, evaluate performance, and create goals and objectives that can be implemented. Students will learn about the history of Adapted Physical Education and the current legislation in the field, as well as the legal framework for the Individual Education Program (IEP). 1 Course Credit

Prerequisites: Determined by course instructor

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."

Prerequisite: Previous dance experience at the beginning/intermediate level is preferred, but not required

Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered in Spring 2014?)

Students will use movement improvisation to explore themes and ideas, will use movement discovered through improvisation to create choreography, and will engage in thoughtful reflection on the work they are doing. Arts Perspective. 1 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PEH 100 and intermediate swimming proficiency OR permission of instructor

Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered 2011-2012)

This course guides refinement of swimming skills selected to increase preparedness for Lifeguard training. This course provides instruction of American Red Cross (ARC) Lifeguard Training skills (also including CPR for the Professional Rescuer, use of an Automated External Defibrillator and First Aid). 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: BIO 101

Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered Spring 2014)

The focus of this course is the study of basic principles of motor learning, motor control, and motor development as they relate to human voluntary movement. The course will involve applications of principles through observations and assessment of motor behavior and motor development from learning to performance (acquisition of skill), throughout the life span, from infancy to older adulthood. 1 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PEH 100 and PED 224 or permission of instructor

Offered: Typically alternate Fall Terms (next offered Fall 2014)

Designed for the student who has had some previous experience in Modern Dance (or has taken PED 224), this course will continue to explore the body as an instrument of expression and how to broaden one's movement range in doing so. The course will consist of experiences in body awareness, technique, improvisation/exploration, and performance. 1/4 Course Credit

Prerequisite: Completion or waiver of MAT 012; and BIO 101

Offered: Typically annually (offered Fall 2012)

The goal of this course is to provide a foundation of knowledge to allow students to be able to apply the content to optimize human performance in sports and physical activity. The content will include an integration of sub-disciplines, such as Anatomical Kinesiology, Biomechanics, and Exercise Physiology. The course will be divided into two parts, the first being basic introductions to the content and the second being a more detailed study of the content as it applies to Aerobic Sports, Intermittent Activities, and Anaerobic Sports and activities. Throughout the course, students will be required to write exercise prescriptions, write technical papers (laboratory write-ups), interpret literature of the disciplines, and understand statistical methodology. This course serves as a prerequisite to Integrated Biomechanics and Exercise Physiology II. It is a required course for all Physical Education majors and recommended to any student interested in studying the science of movement. 1 Course Credit

Prerequisite: PED 335 and its prerequisites

Offered: Typically annually (offered Spring 2013)

This course is a continuation of Integrated Biomechanics and Exercise Physiology I. The goal of the course is more advanced applications of the principles and concepts learned in the previous course. Emphasis will be placed on the clinical aspects of the sub-disciplines including the areas of cardiac, pulmonary, metabolic, orthopedic and other prominent disease conditions, and appropriate activity interventions. Throughout this course, students will gain experience in using the HU-M-AN movement analysis and Dartfish software programs, and in creating and presenting in-depth material to external audiences (campus-wide, community, naïve audiences). This course is required for Physical Education majors. Students who are interested in working in medical rehabilitation settings are encouraged to take this course. 1 Course Credit

Prerequisites: Junior standing and successful completion of three PED major courses

Offered: No plans to offer this course again in future

An introduction to principles and techniques of leadership and management in wellness, recreational, and physical-education settings. Students will learn fundamental concepts for program planning, development, implementation, and assessment; board development; community relations, program marketing, and development of a participant base; fiscal management; facilities; equipment; and resource planning, acquisition, and evaluation. The class takes a practical, hands-on approach.

Prerequisites: BIO 101 and PED 260

Offered: Typically every third year (next offered Spring 2015)

Will provide those students interested in athletic training, physical therapy, or other sports-medicine fields with advanced knowledge and skills relating to sports medicine. Content will include administrative tasks, legal aspects, pharmacology, therapeutic modalities, evaluation skills, and rehabilitation protocols, as well as other related topics. 1 Course Credit

Prerequisites: Completion or waiver of MAT 012; completion of two PED major courses

Offered: Typically alternate Spring Terms (next offered Spring 2013)

Curriculum design and theory and application of various teaching strategies and methods for Physical Education required for P-12 Certification majors. Introduction to basic statistical procedures. A review of evaluative techniques for individual and program accomplishments. 1 Course Credit

Prerequisites: Determined by course instructor

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."

Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 390; senior standing for 490

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 390/490A; others will be 390/490B.

Prerequisite: Sophomore, junior, or senior standing

Offered: Typically every term

An experiential learning experience individually designed for students with a special academic interest requiring integration of classroom learning with practical experience. Includes on-campus seminars with academic sponsors, as well as non-classroom experience. One to 3 course credits in one regular term; 1.5 course credits in Summer One Term; or 1 to 2 course credits in Summer Two Term may be taken in Internships. Requires the approval of two faculty sponsors and the Program assumes the responsibility for determining credit allowance. The Coordinator of Internships gives final approval for Internship proposals. All Internships meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) requirement.

Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 397; senior standing for 497

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.

Prerequisites: Will vary, but always will include permission of instructor

Offered: Typically on a limited basis as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course organized and directed by faculty and approved by the Program Director or Department Chairperson to meet the particular interests and/or needs of specific students.

Prerequisites: Determined by course instructor

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."

Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 390; senior standing for 490

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 390/490A; others will be 390/490B.

Prerequisites: BIO 101; either PED 335 OR 340 (or PED 343, 353, or 364, no longer offered at Berea); and one additional PED major course; junior or senior standing (junior preferred)

Offered: Typically every Fall Term

Emphasizes exploration of professional opportunities and scientific investigation in the field of physical education. Students explore areas of personal career interest, prepare a review of recent literature or a paper based on their primary research, and make a formal oral presentation. Discussion and evaluation of oral reports and presentations by resource persons are included. Required of all Physical Education majors. 1 Course Credit