PHYSICAL EDUCATION 116

ACTIVITY-BY-CONTRACT

Syllabus and Outline

Fall 2006 1 credit

Instructor:Justin Minden

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College Mission Statement: The College of Southern Idaho, a comprehensive community college, provides educational, social and cultural opportunities for a diverse population of South Central Idaho. In this rapidly changing world, CSI encourages our students to lead enriched, productive and responsible lives.

Computer Literacy Requirement: Students are required to pass the CSI Computer Skills Assessment, which is a four-part test administered in the CSI testing center. See for more information.

Course Description:Activity-by-Contract is designed for the motivated student who seeks an individualized introduction to physical fitness and related wellness experiences. Students are required to make weekly contact with the instructor, complete pre- and post-fitness evaluations and course assignments, and design and implement an individual workout program.

Required Textbook and Supplies: There is no required textbook for this course. You will need to save handouts and assignments and turn them in by due date to assigned folder.

PHYE Internet Resources:

Course Objectives:In this Activity-by Contract course, students will

  • assess individual end-of –course fitness level through designated pre- and post-fitness tests.
  • design an effective exercise program to meet individual goals.
  • increase knowledge base on basic principles of fitness and wellness.

Student Learning Outcomes and Assessments:

Learning Outcome 1:Students will be able to evaluate their personal fitness level.

Activity: Students will evaluate their fitness level at the beginning and end of the semester, using designated fitness tests.

Outcome Assessment:Students will perform pre- and post- resting heart rate test, step test, and Body Mass Index test. Students will then compare and report post-test results.

Learning Outcome 2:Students will be able to design an effective exercise program to meet individual goals.

Activity:Students will develop a semester-long exercise program and report weekly achievements.

Outcome Assessment:Students are required to submit a semester-long exercise program with goals. Students will report weekly achievements and then reflect on individual exercise programs and goals in a self-reflection paper. The paper will be evaluated on its completeness in meeting assignment objectives.

Learning Outcome 3:Students will increase knowledge base on basic principles of fitness and wellness.

Activity:Students will be required to complete a nutrition component and a strength component, flexibility component, or cardiovascular component in addition to their exercise program. Each component requires the student to research a reputable magazine/journal, select an article of interest, and write an article critique.

Outcome Assessment:Components will be assessed on completeness in meeting assignment objectives.

The article critique will be assessed using a department-wide rubric. It will be evaluated on its completeness, organization, development, and style (format, mechanics, and usage) according to APA guidelines.

Student outcomes and evaluations will be reviewed by the instructor and, when applicable, the department faculty to determine what, if any, improvements can be made in terms of course content and instructional delivery in meeting the course and program goals.

Policies and Procedures:

  • All assignments are due on the date assigned. Unless prior arrangements are made, late work is not accepted. If the student stops submitting work/ communicating with the instructor during the semester, it is the student's responsibility to withdraw from the course by Friday of the twelfth week of class. Students who fail to withdraw from the course will receive a course grade of Failure "F."
  • Honesty: Students are expected to be honest in all aspects of their work. All work is evaluated on the assumption that the work presented is the student’s own. Students are subject to the grade of failure (F) for any of the following dishonesty practices. Cheating--the improper use of books, notes, other student’s test or quizzes, or other aids during an examination or quiz. Collaboration--submission of a paper in which substantial portions are paraphrased as one’s own from, or identical to another student’s paper. Plagiarism--submission of a paper in which substantial portions are paraphrased without documentation or are identical to published or unpublished material from another author.

Hours of Class:This course requires students to perform a minimum of three hours of physical exercise per week. The course also requires students to spend additional time completing and submitting course assignments.

Grading Policy: Grades will be based upon the following assessment:

Personal Fitness Program and Contract / 25 pts
Health History Form / 25 pts
Pre-tests / 30 pts (10 pts each)
Component of choice (strength, flexibility, or cardiovascular) / 50 pts
Nutrition component / 50 pts
Weekly Exercise log / 150 pts (10 pts each week)
Post-tests / 30 pts (10 pts each)
Post-course Summary / 40 pts
Total / 400 pts

Grading Code:

A = 400 – 360 pts

B = 359 – 320 pts

C = 319 – 280 pts

D = 279 – 240 pts

F = 239 pts and below

I (incomplete) see the CSI College Catalog, page 14

PHYE 116 Topical Course Outline

Weeks 1, 2, and 3:

  1. Review the course syllabus and course outline
  2. Complete the Personal Fitness Program and Contract
  3. Complete the Health History Form
  4. Complete Pre-tests:

Resting Heart Rate

Step Test

Body Mass Index.

6.Complete theExercise Log Sheetsfor weeks 2 and 3.

Weeks 4, 5, and 6:

  1. Complete one of the following components:

Strength Component or

Flexibility Component or

Cardiovascular/aerobic Component

  1. Complete weekly Log Sheets

Weeks 7, 8, 9, and 10:

  1. Complete the Nutritional Component
  2. Complete weekly Log Sheets

Weeks 11, 12, 13, and 14:

  1. Read assigned articles
  2. Complete weekly Log Sheets

Weeks 15 and 16:

  1. Complete Post-tests:

Resting Heart Rate

Step Test

Body Mass Index

  1. Submit Pre- and Post-test Record Sheet
  2. Complete Post Course Summary
  3. Complete week 15 log sheet
  4. Complete Online Course Evaluation

Disability Statement: Any student with a documented disability may be eligible for related accommodations. To determine eligibility and secure services, students should contact the Coordinator of Disability Services at their opportunity after registration for a class. Student Disability Services is located on the second floor of the Taylor building on the Twin Falls campus. 208-732-6260 (voice) or 208-734-9929 (TTY) or e-mail .

On-line Course Evaluation Statement: Students are strongly encouraged to complete evaluations at the end of the course. Evaluations are very important to assist the teaching staff to continually improve the course. Evaluations are available online at: Evaluations open up two weeks prior to the end of the course. The last day to complete an evaluation is the last day of the course. During the time the evaluations are open, students can complete the course evaluations at their convenience from any computer with Internet access, including in the open lab in the Library and in the SUB. When students log in they should see the evaluations for the courses in which they are enrolled. Evaluations are anonymous. Filling out the evaluation should only take a few minutes. Your honest feedback is greatly appreciated!