Name of Course: Conditioning-Stretch/Flex
Course Name & Number: KINE 1107
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Office Hours/Appointments:
30 minutes after class or by appointment-please
let me know either after class or by phone if you need to see me.
Course Description: A physical-conditioning
course that emphasizes correct techniques for improving flexibility with
individual and partner stretches from athletics, dance and yoga. May include pilates matwork
and balance ball exercises. (ACC Catalog)
Text/Materials: Textbook
covered on first day of class
notebook for notes, handouts etc…
Appropriate attire will be
discussed the first day of class as well as required materials for class.
Instructional Methodology:
This class is an activity and
participation course; the specific task/exercise(s) for students to complete
will be demonstrated. Students will then complete the task/exercise(s) to the
best of their ability.
Course Rationale: The purpose of this course is to learn the specific
skills and/or the techniques of the activity. By actively participating in an
activity class, the student may gain health benefits such as increased
cardiovascular endurance, improved body composition, increased flexibility,
increased muscular endurance and increased muscular strength. Participating in
activity classes leads to a healthier lifestyle.
Departmental Objectives:
1.To
learn the forms, fundamentals, skills and benefits of yoga, pilate
and athletic stretching.
2. To learn how to
correctly execute required skills and techniques as well as to use the
equipment/facilities safely.
3.
To understand how Kinesiology relates to a healthy individual lifestyle.
Course Objective:
To gain an
understanding and appreciation for the myriad forms of stretching. To become
knowledgeable about the proper practice of stretching and the benefits it
offers. To understand the principles of stretching and flexibility To gain knowledge and to apply the appropriate kind of
stretch for various activities. To learn and able to apply
various stretches to reduce stress. To understand the application of
stretching and flexibility as it applies to conditioning. To be able to
comfortably and properly execute the postures practiced in class, which could
translate/encourage you to create a continuing practice on your own.
Grades: A= 90-100% (90-100 points)
B= 80-89% (80-89 points)
C=70-79% (70-79 points)
D=60-69% (60-69 points)
F=0-59% (0-59 points)
Grades are based upon
attendance, participation and tests. If you have any questions concerning
grading, please ask your instructor. The specific grading requirements for this
course are as follows:
45% attendance (45
points)-showing up to class (see attendance policy below)
45%
participation (45 points)-fully participating in class activities to the best
of your ability. Not participating in class results in the loss of 1 point.
10%
written test/demonstration (10 points)-each question will be worth 1 point.
Course Policies:
ALL students will complete health form prior to
participating in class. Those students who require modification of any specific
activity or exercise need to inform the instructor as soon as possible.
Please notify
me of any injuries, illnesses or life changes that might require modification
in your practice/activity level.
No children
are allowed in the gym for their safety.
Cell phones, food, cough
drops, gum, and soft drinks are not allowed in classrooms/workout areas. Please be respectful of fellow students and
keep talk/volume down when entering/exiting class, and
no talking during class please! It breaks concentration!
Wear cool,
comfortable non-constraining clothing, which allows a full range of motion.
Dress in layers to accommodate your temperature needs.
Please put
away neatly the materials you use in class.
Attendance: All students are expected to attend classes. Non-attendance will have an impact on the
student’s grade. The specific attendance policy for this particular class is as
follows:
Each
absence will result in the loss of 10 points. Please see me about making up
course material.
Withdrawal: It is the
student’s responsibility to withdraw from a course. Instructors are allowed to withdraw students
but students must not rely on their instructor to withdraw them if they wish to
withdraw. To withdraw you must complete
& turn in form to Admissions & Records.
Incomplete: An incomplete (I) will be granted to a student in rare
circumstances. Generally, to receive a grade of I, a student must have
completed all examinations and assignments to date, be passing, and have
personal circumstances that prevent course completion that occur after the
deadline to withdraw with a grade of W.
Scholastic Dishonesty: Acts prohibited by the College for which discipline may
be administered include scholastic dishonesty. Prohibited acts include those
related to academic integrity. Academic work submitted by students shall be the
result of their own thought, research or self expression. For purposes of these
regulations, academic work is defined as, but not limited to exams and quizzes,
whether taken electronically or on paper: projects either individual or group:
papers: classroom presentations: and homework. When students borrow ideas,
wording, or organization from another source they shall reference that
information in an appropriate manner. (Student Handbook, www.austincc.edu/handbook/ ).
Penalties for scholastic dishonesty will depend upon the nature of the
violation and may range from lowering a grade on one assignment to an F in the
course and/or expulsion from this institution.
Academic Freedom: Each student is strongly encouraged to participate in
class. In any classroom situation that includes discussion and critical
thinking, there are bound to be many differing viewpoints. These differences
enhance the learning experience and create an atmosphere where students and
instructors alike will be encouraged to think and learn. On sensitive and
volatile topics, students may sometimes disagree not only with each other but
also with the instructor. It is expected that faculty and students will respect
the views of others when expressed in classroom discussions. Students may
achieve their course goals by more than one method.
Student Discipline: By
applying to and registering at
OSD
(Office of Students with Disabilities) Statement: The Office for Students with Disabilities assists
students with documented disabilities to access reasonable accommodations. To
request ACC accommodations, students must submit appropriate diagnostic
documentation to the OSD supervisor at their primary campus. Students attending multiple campuses must
meet with the supervisor at each campus where accommodations are needed.
Students are urged to do this at least three weeks before the start of each
term. (Student Handbook
Adding or dropping a course (schedule changes): Students may add or drop a course before open registration ends or during the session’s official schedule change (add/drops) period. See the course schedule for information on add/drops procedures, deadlines, and tuition refunds.
Withdrawing
from a course: Students may withdraw
from one or more courses prior to the withdrawal deadline by submitting a
request form to Admissions and Records. Withdrawal deadlines are published in the academic calendar.
Withdrawal courses appear on the student’s record with a grade of W. Until a student is officially withdrawn, the student
remains on the class roll and may receive a grade of F for the course.
Students
are responsible for understanding the impact withdrawing from a course may have
on their financial aid, veterans’ benefits, international student status, and
academic standing. Students are urged to consult with their instructor or an
advisor before making schedule changes.
Per
state law, students enrolling for the first time in fall 2007 or later at any
Texas college or university may not withdraw (receive a W) from more than six
courses during their undergraduate college career. Some exemptions for good
cause could allow a student to withdraw from a course without having it count
toward this limit. Students are encouraged to carefully select courses; contact
an advisor or counselor for assistance.