0 or 3 credits
Spring 2026 Lecture Lower Division
This course provides elementary education majors with a comprehensive understanding of the critical role health and physical education play in the overall development of young learners. Students will explore how physical activity and health education contribute to cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth. The course emphasizes the importance of integrating movement and health topics such as personal safety, nutrition, and emotional health into the elementary classroom to enhance academic performance, promote wellness, and develop lifelong healthy habits. Through a blend of theory, practical strategies, and hands-on activities, students will learn to design inclusive, developmentally appropriate physical education lessons and comprehensive school health education (CSHE) plans that cater to diverse learners. By the end of the course, students will be equipped to create engaging, safe, and supportive environments that foster both physical well-being and academic success.
Learning Outcomes1Understand health-related fitness concepts and principles related to physical activity and wellness.
2Promote physical, emotional, and social well-being in elementary students.
3Understand and teach proper nutrition, including the relationship between healthy eating, physical activity, and overall wellness.
4Promote mental and emotional health by teaching coping strategies, stress management, and emotional regulation.
5Teach personal safety and injury prevention, including strategies for safe play, accident prevention, and emergency response.
6Integrate physical activity into daily classroom activities, promoting active learning and encouraging students to develop positive attitudes toward physical activity.
7Develop inclusive and developmentally appropriate physical education lessons, ensuring students of all abilities can participate in and benefit from physical education.
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