L.EDU 232 - Curriculum & Instruction in PE, Health & Wellness

Credits: 1

Collaboration between elementary teachers that are specialists (physical education, art, music, theater, and dance) and generalists is essential for establishing a learning environment that reinforces and deepens the growth and development of the whole child. This course introduces students preparing to become general elementary classroom teachers to a) the content standards and curriculum essentials for physical education and health, b) the importance of developing physically literate individuals that are capable of sustaining an active and healthy lifestyle, and c) strategies for learning about movement and learning through movement. This course is taken concurrently with L.EDU 233 and L.EDU 234 in order to provide students with the opportunity to plan and apply integrated lessons.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: L.EDU 233; L.EDU 234
General Education Classification: Not Applicable