Exceptional Learners in Physical Education
CollegeofEducation, Health and Human Sciences
Department ofHealth and Sport Sciences
MW 10:20-11:50, 302/250 FH, Spring 2015
Dr. Todd Layne
Office: 212 ElmaRoaneFieldhouse(FH)
Officehours: MW 1-3
Phone901-678-3109
Exceptional Learners in Physical Education
PETE 3308
Forms: All courses which include activity require a PAR-Q and consent form to be filled out and signed prior to conducting any physical activity. If the answer ‘yes’ is chosen for any of the questions, then a physician approval form is required.
Each student MUST:
- Go online to bottom of the HSS home web page)
- Click on both the PAR-Q and Consent Form
- Complete both forms before the very next class meeting (26th)
- If you have any kind of injury/disability that would limit/eliminate you from required physical activity participation, you must get medical doctor permission to participate in the course's physical activity using the Physician Approval Form.
- You CANNOT participate in any kind of physicalactivityin class until the forms are submitted.
Required Background Check Policies: All students must clear a TBI background check before a placement is secured. Procedures for the mandated TBI background checks can be found on the Field Experience website at
If the student’s background check is not cleared by the deadline, a placement will NOTbe secured. If a student obtained a background check last semester, he or she does not have to complete a new check, however; previously issued Memphis City School ID badges may need to be renewed at the district office on Avery Ave. If students have questions about whether they are cleared, they may contact Liz Muldrow in Ball Hall 202 or call 678-5352.
1.Texts or Major Resources:
Auxter, D., Pyfer, J., Zittel, L., & Roth, K. (2010), Principals and Methods of Adapted Physical Education and Recreation, (11th Ed.). New York: McGraw Hill.
2.Course Description:
Develop knowledge of current concepts and trends in adapted physical education as well as the ability to plan and implement a physical education program designed to meet the unique needs of individuals.
3.Course Objectives:
As a result of participating in course lectures, assignments, and activities, students will be able to:
- Identify and define basic terminology associated with various disabilities needed to write and speak as an informed and competent professional.
- Identify and describe the disabilities defined in Public Law 105-17 (most recent reauthorization of PL 94-142).
- Describe federal and state legislation pertaining to children with disabilities and specifically to their participation in physical education, recreation, and sport.
- Identify and implement various games, activities, and sports which are potentially safe and successful for specific disabilities and their level of motor development.
- Apply principles and strategies learned in lecture by practical teaching experiences.
- Document and reflect upon experiences serving children with disabilities in practical settings through the maintenance of a reflective journal and participation in ecourseware discussions.
4.Course Content and Schedule:(*Schedule is subject to change)
Jan. 21st Course Introduction
Jan. 26th Ch. 1: Adapted Physical Education; Ch. 2: APE in the Schools
Feb. 2nd Ch. 2; Ch. 3: Determining Educational Needs through Assessment
Feb. 9th Ch. 3; Ch. 4: Developing the Individual Education Program
Feb. 16th Ch. 4; Ch. 5: Teaching to Meet Learners Needs
Feb. 23rd Ch. 5; Ch. 6: Delivering Services in the Most Inclusive Environment
Mar 2nd Ch. 6, Ch. 7: Enhancing Student Behavior,
Mar. 16th Finish Chapter Discussions; Midterm Examination
Mar. 23rd Visit Shrine School;Field Experience
Mar. 30th Field Experience
Apr. 6th Field Experience
Apr. 13th Field Experience
Apr. 20th Field Experience
Apr. 27th Teaching Application; Discussion of Field Experience
May 4th Final Project(Submit)
5.Course Requirements/Evaluation:
Assessment
Shrine School Experiences30%
Final Project20%
Midterm Examination20%
Unannounced Quizzes (no make-ups) 15%
Journal Entries15%
*Please refer to the Field Experience rubric for specific grading criteria for professionalism during field experiences.
Grading Scale
97 A+ 93 A 90 A-
87 B+83 B 80 B-
77 C+73 C 70 C-
67 D+60 D < 60 F
6.Class Policy Statements:
Participation: Students are expected to participate in all class discussions and class events. A deduction of 2 points from your final grade will be assessed for sleeping or not paying attention, using a cell phone, using a computer for anything other than PETE 3308 class related material or participating in any other activity that is not strictly part of PETE 3308 class activities. This applies to class lecture and field experiences.It is the student’s responsibility to contact the instructor if assignment deadlines are not met. Students are responsible for initiating arrangements for missed work
Attendance/Absences: Attendance is required at each class meeting. If an exam or field experience is missed, a make-up will be given only for University-approved excuses. Arrangement to make-up must be made in advance and completed within one week. Students who are absent because of illness need a doctor’s statement for verification of sickness and should clear the absence with the instructor the day they return to class. Other unavoidable absences from campus must be documented and cleared with the instructor in advance and make-ups must be completed within one week.
Attendance in class is mandatory. You are solely responsible for obtaining any work (including handouts, notes, discussion topics, etc) missed in the event of an absence or tardiness. For each absence beyond one, 1 letter grade will be deducted from your final grade. Any student with 5 or more absences will receive an F for the course. Absences are ONLY EXCUSED IN SERIOUS EMERGENCIES as determined by the professor’s discretion. Also, you must call me if you will be late or absent. If I do not hear from you before class, I should certainly have an email or voicemail by the end of class time. ALL DOCTOR/DENTIST/TRAINER APPOINTMENTS SHOULD BE SCHEDULED OUTSIDE OF CLASS TIME. It is essential in learning to teach that you make your ideas and feelings explicit through group experiences and discussions, as well as examine your ideas in relation to those of others. If you are not present, you do not have the opportunity to do this, nor do your classmates benefit from your experiences and ideas. Tardiness will result in the deduction of ½ a letter grade from your final course grade.
*2 instances of tardiness = 1 unexcused absence ~ Please Be On Time!
Note: It is your responsibility to notify the professor immediately following class if you arrived late (recorded absences will not be altered at a later date). It is advisable to check this periodically during the semester.
Assignments & Quizzes:
All assignments must be typed (unless otherwise noted).
All assignments are due at the beginning of each class. Assignments turned in after the start of class are late and will be penalized 10 points, as well as additional deduction of 10 points per day (if you are unable to attend class on the day an assignment is due, make arrangements to turn the assignment in to me before class time on the due date). If you wait until the last minute to complete assignments, computer/technical problems WILL occur. Now that you know this, it is no longer considered a legitimate excuse. Be sure to save all work in multiple places.
As an academic courtesy, editorial quality on all writing assignments is assumed. That is, all written work must be spell-checked and proofread before submission. One point will be deducted for EACH spelling and grammatical error.
Unannounced quizzes will be sporadically given at the beginning of class. No questions will be repeated for those who arrive late, and no quizzes will be made up.
Be prompt and be prepared to work with students for the entire duration of the field experience.
Americans with Disabilities Act: The University of Memphis does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the recruitment and admission of students, the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff, and the operation of any of its programs and activities, as specified by federal laws and regulations. The student has the responsibility of informing the course instructor (at the beginning of the course) of any disabling condition, which will require modification to avoid discrimination. Faculty are required by law to provide "reasonable accommodation" to students with disabilities, so as not to discriminate on the basis of that disability. Student responsibility primarily rests with informing faculty at the beginning of the semester and in providing authorized documentation through designated administrative channels.
Written Assignments and Academic Misconduct:All written work submitted must be the student’s original work and conform to the guidelines of the American Psychological Association (APA) available online and via their publications. This means that any substantive ideas, phrases, sentences, and/or any published ideas must be properly referenced to avoid even the appearance of plagiarism. Plagiarism includes, but is not limited to, the use, by paraphrase or direct quotation, of the published or unpublished work of another person without full or clear acknowledgment. It also includes the unacknowledged use of materials prepared by another person or agency in the selling of term papers of other academic materials. It is the student’s responsibility to know all relevant university policies concerning plagiarism. Any documented cases of plagiarism can and will result in dismissal from the course with a failing grade, and may result in other more serious sanctions by the College of Education.
Professionalism: As faculty, staff, and students interact in professional settings, they are expected to demonstrate professional behaviors. These professional commitments or dispositions are listed below:
Engage in responsible and ethical professional practices
Contribute to collaborative learning communities
Demonstrate a commitment to diversity
Model and nurture intellectual vitality
It is your responsibility to be professional at all times when in class and out in the schools. You represent the University of Memphis and our program and we expect you to be a model of appropriate behavior. We expect that you will always comport yourself in class and in the schools in a manner befitting a professional teacher and an adult role model. Appropriate attitude and ethical behavior are expected (No whining, gossiping, or criticism of teachers, students, peers). Also, professionals maintain a characteristic level of professional discourse. This includes taking care that your words reflect objectivity, honesty, and the kind of nurturing expected of a teacher, regardless of your own prior experiences. Remember, you never know when you may be in contact with a prospective employer.
You are required to dress appropriately and in compliance with the standards in the schools. During lab experiences you may not wear jeans, cut-off shorts, sandals, boots, tank tops, or any article of clothing advertising bars or with writing that is inappropriate for children. NO HATS should be worn unless class convenes outside (this is also expected during our class meetings).
Professional Behaviors Expected:
Participate enthusiastically.
Be prepared for classes and activities.
Be on time.
Dress appropriately for active participation.
*Inappropriate dress includes: Hats, trash t-shirts, tank tops, half shirts, cut-off shorts or shirts, sandals, boots, jeans, visible tattoos and piercings, jewelry.
Turn off cell phones before entering class.
Refrain from any form of tobacco in class.
Spring 2015-The University of Memphis PETE 3308-Layne