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Show Education Health, Physical Education and Recreation 440. The Family in Stress (3) The study of circumstances causing significant stress in family living. Ways families can cope with these and utilize available resources. S 445. Adult Years (Formerly The Family in Middle and Later Years) (3) An exploration of development and relationships of individuals through middle and later years. A 450. Comparative Study of Childhood and Adolescent Development (Formerly Child Development II) (3) A comprehensive and indepth analysis of principles and theories of growth as applied to the physiological, intellectual, social, and emotional development of the child and the adolescent. Recommended as a senior class for department majors and minors. Prerequisite: Child and Family Studies 150. S 451. Contemporary Issues in Planning for Children (Formerly Organization and Planning for Preschool Programs) (3) A brief historical overview of philosophical trends in programs for children coupled with a look at contemporary programs. Students will participate in some phase of planning for children. (Examples: nursery schools, day care centers, play grounds, staff training programs, child advocacy.) Prerequisite: Child and Family Studies 371. 372. W 453. Learning With Your Child I, II, III (Formerly Education for Parenting. I, II, III (2) Classes and participation designed to aid parents in becoming more skilled thru shared experiences with their child and their child's school by extending knowledge in the area of child development. To be taken each quarter for two credit hours. Prerequisite: Enrollment of a child in the Children's school. A-I. W-II, S-IH 460. Food and Nutrition Field Experience (1-12) Six to eight weeks internship. May require off-campus residence. Credit and hours as arranged with instructor. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. A W S Su 470. Current Research in Child Development and Family Relations (3) Research and exploration of methodology. Student will read and review selected research studies in depth. Recommended as a senior class for department majors and minors. A 483. Directed Readings (1-5) Individually chosen readings on specialized topics supervised by a faculty member. Prerequisite: Consent of faculty supervisor prior to registra tion. A W S 485. Child Development Associate Training (1-9) Training to help Weber State College students. Day Care personnel and Head Start teachers meet competencies required for the National Child Development Associate Certificate. A W S Su 486. Practicum (2-9) Work experience which applies prior academic learning in a supervised setting. Prerequisite: Consent of faculty supervisor prior to registration. A W S 489. Cooperative Work Experience. (1-9) A continuation of Child and Family Studies Department 289 Cooperative Work Experience. Open to all students. A W S Su 492. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) In order to provide flexibility and to meet many different needs, a number of specific offerings are possible using this catalog number. When the number is used it will be accompanied by a brief and specific descriptive title. The specific title with the credit authorized for the particular offering will appear on the student transcript. A W S Su 499A. Seminar in Child Development (3-4) Discussion and analysis of readings and selected topics in growth and development of the child. Recommended as a junior or senior class for department majors or minors. Prerequisite: Child and Family Studies 371 and 372. S 499B. Seminar in Family Relations (3-4) Discussions and analysis of special topics in selected areas of Family Relations. S DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND RECREATION Wallace K. Nalder, Chairman Professors, Wallace K. Nalder, Raymond E. Rhead; Associate Professors, Jay Hollingsworth, Jim W. Lochner, Carol Mikkelsen, Margaret Waterfall, Richard G. Williams; Assistant Professors, Francis A. Belnap, Lynn Corbridge, Myron Davis, John Knight, Mac Madsen, JoAnn Otte; Lecturers, Patrice Behunin, Judi Fullmer, Gary Willden; Associate Staff Members: Associate Professor, Milton C. Mecham; Assistant Professor, Marvin J. Peterson. Description: The Department of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation provides: (A) The general education and specific requirement courses for all students. (B) Professional preparation of teachers, supervisors, and administrators of health, physical education, and recreation programs. (C) Intramural activities for both men and women. (D) Orchesis, the modern dance program for men and women. Education: Health Education 101, or 102, or 103 is required for graduation of all students except as provided in special curricula. Three quarter hours of physical education activity courses are also required of all students to earn a degree (professional courses of instruction do not satisfy this requirement). A different activity should be taken each quarter. In choosing activities to fulfill the requirements students should concentrate on types in which they have the least experience. It is suggested that everyone attain sufficient skill 128 Education Health. Physical Education and Recreation in swimming to enjoy aquatic sports with safety and develop some skill in individual and dual activities. Students who have not had team activities experience in extracurricular competition should take one course in this area. The intramural programs at this college consist of a variety of activities organized on a competitive or recreational basis, and limited to men and women students and faculty members within the college. In the Required Basic Program students develop skills, interests, appreciation and understanding in various sports; while in the Intramural Program they are given an opportunity to further these skills and interests through voluntary participation in enjoyable leisure activities. The Intramural Association is under the direction of John Knight. The Orchesis program is designed to give students the opportunity for creative dance study, composition and performance. Employment Outlook: Employment opportunities in Physical Education and related fields are expected to be good through the next decade. The employment of physical education teachers is expected to increase as the State Board of Education has recommended that quotas for teacher preparation in colleges and universities be removed. Recreation and leisure time careers are also increasing consistently. Career Opportunities: A Physical Education major and several minors provide the necessary preparation for many interesting career opportunities. A Physical Education Major prepares students for such careers as: Teaching and coaching elementary, junior high, high school, and college. Sports and recreation directors for campus, athletic clubs, sports clubs, scout troops, job corps, boys clubs, industrial firms, health spas, YMCA, YWCA. physical education supervisors for schools. A Dance Minor prepares students to teach dance. A Health Minor provides minimal standards lor certifying students to teach health. Career opportunities are also available in Public Health programs. A Coaching Minor prepares students to coach at all levels. Opportunities also include little leagues, commercial teams, community leagues, and recreation programs. A Recreation Minor prepares students for opportunities in community school programs, outdoor education centers, adult education, and/or leisure time program development. A Physical Education Minor for Elementary Schools prepares students for more effective teaching. It also provides opportunities for elementary school physical education resource persons and supervisors. Program: Physical Education Major and Physical Education Teaching MajorBachelor Degree I. General Requirements: A. Specific course requirements of the college (see index). B. Bachelor Degree General Education requirements (see index). Psychology 101 (5) in the Social Science area is recommended for Physical Education majors. C. A minor is required. D. Physical Education majors must have a 2.25 G. P. A. or better in major courses. E. Physical Education majors must have an overall G. P. A. of 2.00 or C. Teaching majors must achieve an overall 2.25 G. P. A. F. 183 total hours are required for this degree. G. Sixty of the 183 total hours must be upper division (courses numbered 300 and above). H. Students obtaining a Physical Education teaching major must satisfy the School of Education Certification Program (see Teacher Education). These courses must include the following: Education 195 111. 300 (3). 350 (3), 363 13), 462 (3). 364 (4), 495 115). 499 (5t. II. Specific Requirements: 129 |