KINES 390 teaches the design of exercise programs and leadership skills for fitness roles.
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Covers the research process in kinesiology, including hypothesis development, study design, ethics, measurement, statistics, and result presentation.
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Historical reviews of Martha McCurdy: Reviewers report that exams are hard and the paper is very time-consuming, with the workload being comparable to a four-credit class rather than the two credits offered.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026KINES 650 teaches foundational concepts and skills for contemporary athletic training practice, including evidence-based practice and patient care.
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Fall 2022–Spring 2026#4 ·KINES 508
Workshop in Kinesiology
1–3 creditsKINES 508 is a workshop course that explores topics in kinesiology and occupational therapy.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026KINES 325 teaches group development participation, behavior management strategies, and techniques for maintaining a safe teaching environment.
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Historical reviews for Cindy Kuhrasch indicate low difficulty, with ratings of 1 and 2 out of 5.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026KINES 225 teaches the application of research-based practices to plan and implement physical activities for individuals with diverse abilities.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026KINES 516 teaches how to promote lifelong physical activity and well-being for diverse populations using inclusive techniques.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026Introduction to Exercise Psychology covers psychological foundations, motivation, effort perception, personality, and mental health in exercise.
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Historical reviews of Dane Cook: Exams are mostly short-answer and time-consuming. Students must attend lectures because slides provide little content and exams rely on spoken details.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026KINES 360 introduces major concepts in human motor development, covering movement changes across the lifespan and the Mountain of Motor Development model.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026KINES 123 teaches lifestyle redesign and health promotion by applying biological, cultural, and social theories to help college students navigate the transition to college life.
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Historical reviews of Tim Gattenby: The course is rated as easy, but participation in class discussions is required and attendance is important.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026Examines research on physical activity and health, applying and communicating knowledge regarding disease and fitness.
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Historical reviews of Morgan Shields: Morgan Shields' section was rated as moderate difficulty.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026KINES 355 introduces the philosophy, history, and sociology of physical activity and sport.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026KINES 555 explores technology in physical activity assessment, injury rehabilitation, and performance enhancement through field testing and athlete monitoring.
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Fall 2022–Spring 2026Advanced study of exercise psychology covering motivation, personality, psychophysics, and behavioral medicine.
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Historical reviews of Kelli Koltyn: The workload involves completing readings and writing papers, which are described as pretty easy if the student puts in the necessary work.
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Fall 2022–Spring 2026Introduces theories and application of health promotion and health education, focusing on specialties, philosophy, and professional issues.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026KINES 119 introduces students to the field of kinesiology, the department, physical activity, health, and career opportunities.
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Historical reviews of Morgan Shields: Workload consists primarily of reading assignments and homework completion, with no tests or quizzes required for the grade.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026Teaches planning, facilitating, and assessment skills for designing culturally responsive movement and health promotion programs.
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The final group project constitutes most of the grade and requires work throughout the semester. Students must navigate a difficult Canvas site and adhere to strict attendance policies that penalize even excused absences.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026KINES 140 teaches the science and practice of resistance training through lectures and demonstrations on its principles and physiological effects.
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Historical reviews of Patrick Hills-Meyer: Exams were tough due to high information volume and unclear study focus, while the final was an easy project.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026Foundations of Health Behavior and Health Equity provides an overview of factors contributing to health and well-being, examining health education approaches and social determinants.
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Textbook readings are considered unnecessary for success, and the course is rated as having low difficulty.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026KINES 487 discusses contemporary issues in athletic healthcare, focusing on acute and chronic medical issues affecting athletic performance.
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Fall 2022–Spring 2026KINES 501 covers behavioral, social, and cultural factors in health disparities, applying health behavior theories to health promotion and education.
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Historical reviews under Kathleen Lively rate the difficulty as moderate, noting the course includes participation and real-life experiences.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026KINES 116 teaches first aid and basic life support skills, including CPR, AED use, and emergency response procedures.
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Historical reviews of Morgan Shields: The course is reported as easy with a low difficulty rating, though specific workload details are not provided in the single review.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026Provides scientific knowledge and application of nutrition related to exercise, health, and sports.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026Introduction to athletic healthcare covering systems, teams, and common injuries in active populations.
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Reviewers describe the class as easy with non-difficult assignments. The assessment structure includes three exams, with the final exam covering material similar to the third exam.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026KINES 361: Motor Learning and Performance introduces principles of motor learning and control to explain motor skill processes.
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Historical reviews of Martha McCurdy: The course has moderate difficulty, with success linked to engaging directly with the instructor on major assignments.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026KINES 227 introduces clinical anatomy of human movement, focusing on musculoskeletal structure and its role in physical activity.
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Historical reviews of Andrew P. Winterstein: Students report that the class meets once weekly with online modules, demanding lots of work. Exams are tough, particularly for those without prior anatomy background, with one reviewer noting the difficulty matches a three-credit course.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026KINES 314 teaches fundamental knowledge and appreciation for the adaptability of human physiological systems to exercise demands.
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Historical reviews of Gary Diffee: Students report that exams are difficult, often short-answer application questions with limited time, and that success requires hard work, studying, and utilizing office hours to clarify concepts.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026Covers guidelines for fitness and nutrition, including motivation, adherence, and stress-reduction techniques.
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Historical reviews of Kelli Koltyn: Three exams constitute 85% of the grade, with one failure potentially causing a course failure.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026KINES 318 teaches the analysis of human action through the application of mechanical principles.
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Historical reviews of Kreg Gruben: The course relies heavily on practice problems and self-study via online videos. Workload includes weekly quizzes, labs, and exams that heavily weight the final grade, requiring students to independently master concepts not clearly explained in lecture.
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