PETE 1601 - Introduction to Teaching Physical Education

Credits: 3

Description: The course will introduce the student to the professional preparation for the physical educator in the broadest sense. Thus, the students’ experiences in the course will include learning about the history of physical education, being introduced to the steps for teacher licensure, learning of professional dispositions including attendance/punctuality, self-initiative, reliability, communication skills, and response to feedback. Important physical education concepts will be covered including; standards, objectives, lesson plan design, as well as unit planning. Students will learn how to use campus resources important to their success as students.