Kinesiology Module #11

Modules: Topics

- Module #1 Kinesiology Overview
- Module #2 Physical Activity Epidemiology
- Module #3 Motor Learning & Control
- Module #4 Biomechanics
- Module #5 Exercise Psychology
- Module #6 Exercise Physiology
- Module #7 Wellness, Nursing, and Medicine
- Module #8 Teaching
- Module #9 Therapeutic Exercise
- Module #10 Athletic Training (AT) and Sports Medicine
- Module #11 Coaching Sport and Fitness
- Module #12 Physical Activity for All
- Module #13 Research in Kinesiology
- Module #14 Career Preparation

Module #11: Coaching Sport and Fitness

This unit discusses the ability of coaches to access hidden potential so that individuals can improve their learning capacity and therefore their ability to progress in their lives. It could also be any one or combination of the following:

Increased retention rates and satisfaction among players, coaches, and officials

Increased participation in coach, parent, and leadership education

Increased number of inquiries from other organizations about “how you do things”

Increased comments in the community about how classy, kid-friendly, and well-run the organization is.

Required Reading:

Chapter 16 in the textbook

Required Web Activities:

Explore the profession of coaching

Learn about quality coaching

Recognize the positive impact good coaching can have

Learn about Coaching for Mastery

Read about current research issues in this field

Listen to a professional in this field

Additional Study Resources: Visit the textbook web resources site and work on the activities provided for this chapter. These are VERY helpful tools to help prepare for your exam and assist in your understanding of the material.

Learning Objectives

Show that you know this information by successfully passing exam #2

Upon completion of this unit students should be able to answer/address the following:
- Identify the nature and demands of the coaching profession
- Identify the career options available in this field
- Define the qualifications associated with practicing coaches

Assignments

Be sure you have read all the assigned material and reviewed the web resources for module before starting the assignment. Students are strongly encouraged to use all supplemental readings, web sites, and learning activities. Once you have completed the assignment, please submit to the designated drop box in Learn@UW

This assignment is due Monday July 20th

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