Introduction to Kinesiology KIN 100 Course Introduction Lecture 1 Department of Kinesiology Lecture Objectives Understand vs Explain Understand Course Expectations and Logistics 15 weeks Covid and other items Understand Discipline vs Profession Understand and differentiate the sub disciplines Endgame Understand Physical Activity vs Exercise Understand mortality and physical activity Department of Kinesiology 2 Instructor Information Thomas St Laurent Totman Building Room 109 tstlaurent kin umass edu Office hours will be in person and remote Posted on Moodle by Friday 9 9 Department of Kinesiology 3 Student Introduction Department of Kinesiology 4 Student Introduction 41 Different Majors Biology Public Health and Health Sciences Humanities and Fine Arts Biochemical and Molecular Biology Computer Science Legal Studies Microbiology Political Science Public Health Studio Arts ET Engineering ET Public Hlth Hlth Science Geology Kinesiology Communication Disorders Natural Sciences Classics Economics Management Nutrition Pre Med Dental Sociology ET Computing Informatics ET Humanities Fine Arts ET Social Behavioral Sciences Hospitality Tourism Mgmt BS Sport Management Pre Medical Studies Public Health Sciences Communications Mathematics Engeneering Physics Psycology Sports Management ET Education ET Natural Sciences Food Science Journalism BA Department of Kinesiology 5 General Information Lecture Meetings Monday Wednesday Friday 12 20p 1 10p ILC N151 Will be recorded and available shortly after class Discussion Meetings In Person Start the 3rd week 9 19 Check Spire for Location Course Website Moodle course page Department of Kinesiology 6 Lecture Meetings Discussion Meetings In Person Course Website General Information UMass and Covid Health Attendance Flexibility Department of Kinesiology 7 Course Description KIN 100 is an interdisciplinary approach to the science of human movement Topics include biomechanics sports medicine exercise physiology motor control exercise neuroscience and exercise psychology We will just scratch the surface of most of these topics Department of Kinesiology 8 Teaching Approach Combination of methods Pro Con Content Lectures live and recorded Assessments Discussion Lab activities Discussion Small group activities Field experience Your own time Application Activities Individual Physical Activity Project Teaching philosophy Will it work Department of Kinesiology 9 Combination of methods Pro ConTeaching philosophy Course Materials Textbook optional ACSM s Introduction to Exercise Science 4th 1st 2nd or 3rd edition is o k Additional readings and discussion materials Moodle course website Open Access Information Free Can be overwhelming Department of Kinesiology 10 Moodle Department of Kinesiology 11 Communication Weekly Course Email Email etiquette Department of Kinesiology 12 Course Objectives Providing students with a rounded overview of the subfields of kinesiology including motor control exercise physiology biomechanics sports medicine exercise neuroscience and exercise psychology Highlighting the importance of kinesiology and how it is being used in our everyday settings Introducing students to scientific research articles and evidence based theories and practices Encouraging critical thinking about how science is portrayed Developing skills to maintain students own lifetime health to the public and wellness Department of Kinesiology 13 Course Objectives Demonstrate an understanding of The goals scope significance and methods of the field of kinesiology The various sub disciplines of kinesiology The multidimensional changes in human movement capability that occur with maturation and as an adaptation to physical activity Department of Kinesiology 14 GenEd Components 1 Support students in achieving a smooth transition to college life 2 Ensure first year students are aware of the multitude of resources and opportunities available at UMass 3 Develop an awareness and appreciation for the specific skills inquiry and analysis problem solving critical and creative thinking etc that are found in all Gen Ed courses Department of Kinesiology 15 GenEd Component 4 Promote the practice of thinking about talking about and making connections between classes and life experiences in order to deepen engagement understanding and increase the value of a college education 5 Provide first year students with structured guidance in the development of various skills necessary to be successful in their college experience and be prepared to be engaged members of a global community upon graduation Department of Kinesiology 16 Assignments Quizzes 9 drop 2 Exams 3 Individual Physical Activity Project x1 Application Activities x10 Discussion Topics 10 graded Variety of formats Teaching to the exam Lecture Objective Q s Repetitive Preparation Department of Kinesiology 17 Grading Assignment Quizzes highest 6 Intro Exam One Exam Two Final Exam Individual PA Project Application Activities Discussion Assignments Total Weight 125 points 100 points 125 points 150 points 100 points 100 points 150 points 850 points Grading Scale 87 89 B 77 79 C 67 69 D 93 100 A 84 86 B 74 76 C 61 66 D 90 92 A 80 83 B 70 73 C 0 60 F Department of Kinesiology 18 Course Schedules Department of Kinesiology 19 Discussion Meetings and Contacts Department of Kinesiology 20 Additional Information Classroom Environment Read the Dean of Student s Guidelines for Classroom Civility and Respect Respectful behavior Electronic devices and technology Attendance Lecture Expected Slightly different Discussion Completion Required Deadlines 10 deduction per day late Not accepted after 3 days Department of Kinesiology 21 Additional Information Academic policy and academic honesty Plagiarism Cheating Fabrication Facilitating dishonesty Intellectual property financial gain Lecture Discussion and Notes Special considerations Disability Services 231 Whitmore Building Tentative schedules Go to Syllabus Department of Kinesiology 22 Overview of Course Unit 1 Introduction to Human Movement Unit 2 Introduction to systems Unit 3 Fitness Wellness Unit 4 Exercise Physiology Concepts Unit 5 Applied Exercise Physiology Unit 6 Exercise Psychology Unit 7 Exercise Neuroscience Unit 8 Biomechanics Department of Kinesiology 23 Kinesiology Discipline Profession Systematically understand how and why people move and the factors that limit and or enhance our capacity to move First Key Point Focus on HUMAN MOVEMENT Continuum of ability ADLs or Training