Jo Sheppard
Pronouns: she/her
Contact
Associate Teaching Professor, Practicum and Experiential Learning Lead, Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation - Academic Programs
- jo.sheppard@ualberta.ca
Overview
Area of Study / Keywords
Physical Education Pedagogy Physical Literacy
Courses
KRLS 291 - In Field, Practice-Based, Learning - Introduction to Professional Practice
In this course, students will have the opportunity to apply their knowledge and competencies in interdisciplinary theory within the specific context of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation settings. This course builds upon prior coursework and integrates theory and practice throughout various learning activities. The course will provide students with the skills necessary to apply the course content across a wide spectrum of populations, settings, and career paths within the field of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation. Throughout the course, students will engage in multiple short group micro field placements, each with variable time commitments, typically ranging from approximately ~ 1 to 4 hours per week or ~ 15 to 60 hours per term. These placements will encompass various and diverse aspects of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation and involve interactions with various populations and various contexts. Students will have the opportunity to observe and actively engage in interpersonal relations, as well as participate in the planning and execution of relevant programs. Notes: Classroom/tutorial sessions are variable per week in addition to the micro in field learning experiences. Prerequisite: Successful completion of KRLS 290.
KRLS 440 - Play Around the World Program Preparation
The Play Around the World project provides a 3-month international or Canadian based, cross-cultural field placement working with children and youth of all abilities in the area of play, recreation and sport. Students apply and are selected in Fall Term, and then have a significant time commitment during the Winter Term to prepare for their Intersession field placement. Travel takes place May through August. This course represents the theoretical aspect of the experience, and involves written and creative work in the area of programming in cross-cultural settings. Prerequisite: KRLS 421 is strongly recommended. Corequisite: KRLS 441. Credit will be granted for only one of KRLS 440 or PERLS 440.