2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog

Health and Physical Education Teacher Education, BA

Overview

Mission Statement - Kinesiology

Kinesiology is a broad-based discipline offering educational opportunities in diverse areas, including exercise science, health & fitness, health and physical education teacher education, and coaching. The Department of Kinesiology at the University of Jamestown provides exceptional instruction and learning experiences that play a vital role in the holistic development of students. Through the academic disciplines, students will gain the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to apply the concepts of physical activity and healthy living in a variety of professional settings. Students will be prepared to pursue a career in the fields of fitness, teaching, or coaching, or continue in graduate studies in exercise physiology, physical therapy, athletic training, or related fields.

Mission Statement - Teacher Education

Our mission is to prepare teachers with the knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed to provide optimum learning experiences for diverse students in today’s schools. The program balances the ideals of a liberal arts tradition and sound professional preparation within a Christian atmosphere of self-discipline, responsibility, and concern for the continuing growth of the individual.

Teacher Education Programs

Programs and requirements are subject to change to meet state approval. Approved areas for teacher licensure at University of Jamestown include:

  • Elementary
  • Biology
  • English
  • History
  • Music
  • Health and Physical Education

Teacher Education Organizations

Candidates are encouraged to join Student North Dakota United (SNDU), a professional organization, to gain greater knowledge of their field and to meet other pre-service and in-service Educators. Candidates who meet the eligibility requirements are invited to join Pi Lambda Theta, the International Honor Society and Professional Association in Education.

Admission to the Teacher Education Program

Candidates generally apply for admission to the program while enrolled in EDUC 201: Introduction to Teaching. Candidates who transfer this course from another institution should meet with the Teacher Education chair upon admission to UJ. Applications are due November 1st for spring admission and April 1st for fall admission. Applications are not accepted or reviewed during the summer months.

Admission Criteria

  1. Attainment of required credits for sophomore status
  2. Completion of EDUC 201: Introduction to Teaching with a minimum grade of C-
  3. Completion of EDUC 101: Exploring Education
  4. Minimum grade of C- in ENGL 101 and ENGL 102
  5. Minimum grade of C- in COMM 102 or COMM 201
  6. Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.70
  7. Satisfactory background check
  8. Passing scores on the Praxis I (Core Academic Skills) tests
  9. Approval of the Teacher Education Council

Additional Information for All Candidates Seeking Teaching Licensure

While completion of the Praxis II: Content and Praxis II: PLT exams is an exit requirement, passing scores on those exams is not. However, candidates must earn passing scores on both exams in order to attain North Dakota licensure. Candidates are required to complete the Praxis II: Content exam prior to student teaching. The Praxis II: PLT exam must be taken before the completion of student teaching. Candidates who plan to teach in states other than North Dakota should consult with that state’s education department since each state has its own licensure requirements and administers its own licensing process.

A grade of C- or above must be earned in all courses that are required in a major or a minor.

Requirements

Degree Requirements

See Bachelor's Degree requirements

General Education Courses

All Education majors must pursue the Bachelor of Arts General Education requirements. Additionally, certain General Education courses are mandated for Education majors. Education candidates are required to take the following General Education courses and not select an alternative from other courses within that General Education category.

PSYC 203Developmental Psychology

3

 

MATH 102Intermediate Algebra

3

or

MATH 111College Algebra

3

or

MATH
A higher level math course

3

Total Credit Hours:6

Core Courses – Health and Physical Education

KNS 111Beginning Swimming

1

KNS 182Introduction to Kinesiology

2

KNS 183Concepts of Fitness and Wellness

3

KNS 217Essentials of Anatomy & Physiology I

3

KNS 218Essentials of Anatomy & Physiology II

3

 

KNS 240Nutrition and Wellness

2

or

KNS 242Sports Nutrition

2

 

KNS 260Technology Integration in Physical Education, Health, and Fitness

3

KNS 261Methods and Activities for Teaching Elementary Physical Education

3

KNS 262Middle School Activities and Materials

2

KNS 263High School Activities and Materials

2

KNS 264Teaching Fitness Education

2

KNS 305Curriculum, Standards, and Assessment in PE

3

KNS 309Basic Biomechanics

3

KNS 311Motor Learning and Development

3

KNS 346Adaptive Physical Education

2

KNS 360Methods in Health Education

3

KNS 361Methods in Physical Education

4

KNS 385Sport First Aid and Injury Care

3

KNS 402Exercise Physiology

3

KNS 404Exercise Physiology Lab

1

PSYC 373Psychology of Human Sexuality

3

 

KNS 215Social and Contemporary Dance I

1

or

KNS 216Social and Contemporary Dance II

1

 

KNS 207Beginning Weight Training and Fitness

1

or

KNS 208Intermediate Weight Training and Fitness

1

Total Credit Hours:56

Core Courses – Education

EDUC 101Exploring Education

1

EDUC 201Introduction to Teaching

2

EDUC 253Applied Cognitive Theories

3

EDUC 306Multicultural Education

3

EDUC 313General Principles of Curriculum and Teaching

3

EDUC 398TED Seminar I

1

EDUC 399TED Seminar II

1

EDUC 498Student Teaching Seminar

1

EDUC 499Student Teaching

12

Total Credit Hours:27

Total Credit Hours: 89

Plan of Study

Freshman Year

Fall

KNS 183Concepts of Fitness and Wellness

3

COMM 102Fundamentals of Public Speaking

3

Spring

EDUC 101Exploring Education

1

KNS 182Introduction to Kinesiology

2

PSYC 203Developmental Psychology

3

Sophomore Year

Fall

EDUC 201Introduction to Teaching

2

EDUC 253Applied Cognitive Theories

3

KNS 217Essentials of Anatomy & Physiology I

3

KNS 240Nutrition and Wellness

2

or

KNS 242Sports Nutrition

2

KNS 262Middle School Activities and Materials

2

KNS 311Motor Learning and Development

3

KNS 346Adaptive Physical Education

2

Spring

KNS 218Essentials of Anatomy & Physiology II

3

KNS 240Nutrition and Wellness

2

or

KNS 242Sports Nutrition

2

KNS 260Technology Integration in Physical Education, Health, and Fitness

3

KNS 261Methods and Activities for Teaching Elementary Physical Education

3

KNS 264Teaching Fitness Education

2

Junior Year

Fall

EDUC 306Multicultural Education

3

EDUC 313General Principles of Curriculum and Teaching

3

KNS 263High School Activities and Materials

2

KNS 402Exercise Physiology

3

KNS 404Exercise Physiology Lab

1

PSYC 373Psychology of Human Sexuality

3

Spring

EDUC 398TED Seminar I

1

KNS 305Curriculum, Standards, and Assessment in PE

3

KNS 309Basic Biomechanics

3

KNS 360Methods in Health Education

3

KNS 385Sport First Aid and Injury Care

3

Senior Year

Fall

EDUC 399TED Seminar II

1

KNS 361Methods in Physical Education

4

Spring

EDUC 498Student Teaching Seminar

1

EDUC 499Student Teaching

12

Electives

KNS 215Social and Contemporary Dance I

1

or

KNS 216Social and Contemporary Dance II

1

KNS 111Beginning Swimming

1

KNS 207Beginning Weight Training and Fitness

1

KNS 208Intermediate Weight Training and Fitness

1

KNS 209Advanced Weight Training and Fitness

1

MATH 102Intermediate Algebra

3

Outcomes

Intended Student Learning Outcomes - Health and Physical Education

Health and Physical Education candidates:

  1. Demonstrate an understanding of common and specialized content, scientific and theoretical foundations, health literacy, digital literacy skills, and behavior change, for the delivery of effective K-12 health and physical education standards for the purpose of instilling health behaviors in all learners.
  2. Are physically literate individuals who can demonstrate skillful performance in physical education content areas and health-enhancing levels of fitness.
  3. Apply content and foundational knowledge to plan and implement meaningful and developmentally appropriate learning experiences aligned with local, state, and national standards for K-12 Health and Physical Education. Candidates plan and use a range of instructional technology, resources and accommodations and/or modifications that support the needs of all learners regardless of race, ethnic origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, cognitive ability and physical ability.
  4. Engage students in meaningful learning experiences through effective use of pedagogical skills. They use communication, feedback, and instructional and managerial skills to enhance student learning.
  5. Select and implement appropriate assessments to engage all learners, monitor students’ progress, provide meaningful feedback, and guide decision making related to instruction and learning.
  6. Demonstrate behaviors essential to becoming effective professionals. They exhibit professional ethics and culturally competent practices; seek opportunities for continued professional development; and demonstrate knowledge of promotion/advocacy strategies for physical education, expanded physical activity opportunities, and health promotion and support the development of health and physically literate individuals.

Intended Student Learning Outcomes - Teacher Education

The Teacher Education program has adopted the Interstate Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium (InTASC) standards as its program outcomes. These standards have been adopted by a majority of states, including North Dakota. Candidates in the University of Jamestown Teacher Education program will demonstrate competency in the ten InTASC standards, which are:

  1. Learner Development
  2. Learning Differences
  3. Learning Environments
  4. Content Knowledge
  5. Application of Content
  6. Assessment
  7. Planning for Instruction
  8. Instructional Strategies
  9. Professional Learning and Ethical Practice
  10. Leadership and Collaboration