Trask 146
962-3262
E-mail:
combsc@uncwil.eduPED 266 Applications of Computers in
Physical Education and Health (3 credits)
Instructor:
Dr. C. Sue Combs
Trask 146
962-3262
E-mail:
combsc@uncwil.edu
Course Description
This course will provide students with an understanding of the principles that underlie the fundamentals and applications of computer technology in physical education and health.
Objectives
At the completion of the course, the student will be able to:
1. Understand the fundamentals of computer hardware.
2. Demonstrate effective use of various forms of computer software.
3. Understand the fundamentals of computer networking.
4. Effectively use Internet search engines.
5. Create a well-designed WWW homepage.
6. Understand the ethical issues involved in computer use.
7. Understand applications of current and emerging technologies
Course Materials
Capron, H. L. (2000). Computers: Tools for an Information Age (Brief edition, 2nd edition). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall.
3 - 5 High Density 3 1/2 disks
Zip Disk (OPTIONAL)
Participation and Attendance
Regular class attendance is expected. You will be allowed two (2) absences without point penalty. Every absence after the allowed number will result in a three point penalty per absence. Extreme emergencies impacting attendance will be handled on a case-by-case basis.
Participation in the educational process means attending classes, being prepared and attentive, participating in activities, helping other students whenever possible, completing assignments on time, learning on your own beyond the class content, and expressing yourself creatively in your work.
Assignments
Assignments are due at the beginning of class unless other directions are given. Assignments turned in after class will be considered late. Late assignments will be accepted with a point penalty of three (3) points per day. If you know that you will be absent on a day when an assignment is due, it is your responsibility to get the assignment turned in prior to your absence.
Grading
When grading class assignments/projects, the following items are considered:
Spelling (Misspelled words)
Grammar (Subject/verb agreement, common and proper nouns, fragmented sentences,
etc.)
Appropriateness (Language and/or inferences, suitable for targeted grade level,
etc.)
Professionalism/Aesthetics (Quality of work expected by professional educators)
Adherence to Project Criteria (Criteria listed on project assignment handouts)
Academic Honor Code
Academic honesty is essential in this course. Please familiarize yourself with the requirements of the honor code found in the Student Handbook and Code of Student Life.
Application Assignments and Evaluation
E-Mail
5
points
Word
Processing
15 points
Spreadsheet
15 points
Database
15 points
PowerPoint
25 points
Web
Page
25 points
100 points
Quizzes 100 points
Final Exam (comprehensive) 100 points
300 Total Points
90 - 100% A
80 - 89% B
70 - 79% C
60 - 69% D
0 - 59% F