KIN 102 - Foundations of Human Movement

3 units (fi 6)(VAR, 1.5-0-2)

A participatory and experiential introduction to the study of human movement. Locomotor and voluntary movement are explored through multiple contexts, including activities of daily living, recreation, sport, and exercise. The course examines basic movement principles and processes through a participatory, active, and engaged experience to inform understanding of performance, instruction of motor tasks, and development of basic control, positioning, and execution of successful movement.

KIN 471 - Physical Activity for Individuals with Developmental Impairments

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 2-0-2)

A focus on the delivery of adapted physical activity services to individuals with developmental impairments with a focus on the instruction of movement skills. Theory and practice will be integrated through lecture and lab activities. Prerequisite: KRLS 207. Note: Credit will be granted for only one of KIN 471 or PEDS 471.

KRLS 370 - Assessment and Service Delivery for Adapted Physical Activity and Therapeutic Recreation

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-1)

An overview of basic qualitative and quantitative assessment principles and their use to deliver quality physical activity and recreation services for individuals with diverse needs. Prerequisites: KRLS 207 and KIN 109 or RLS 210 or STAT 141 or 151. Credit will be granted for only one of KRLS 370 or PERLS 370.

KIN 325 - The Study of Games for Children and Youth

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 1-2L-0)

An in-depth look at the cognitive, affective and psychomotor development of children and youth as it applies to providing age and developmentally appropriate experiences in games. The focus is on the design, delivery and assessment of quality games for children and youth aged 4 to 15. This course is relevant to those going on to work with children and youth in educational, recreation, and coaching environments. Coursework in childhood development is strongly recommended (eg. KIN 293 or KIN 207). Prerequisite: Successful completion of a minimum of 30 units.