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Principles of Coaching

General

Prefix

PESS

Course Number

370

Course Level

Undergraduate

Department/Unit(s)

Kinesiology

College/School

College of Health and Wellness Professions

Description

Fundamentals of athletic coaching.

Credits

Min

3

Max

3

Repeatable

No

Goals and Diversity

MN Goal Course

No

Cultural Diversity

No

Learning Outcomes

Outcome

Distinguish the philosophical principles of coaching.

Outcome

Examine the behavioral/psychological principles of coaching.

Outcome

Analyze the pedagogical principles of coaching.

Outcome

Appraise the physiological principles of coaching.

Outcome

Examine the managerial principles of coaching.

Course Outline

Course Outline

Philosophical principles of coaching (e.g., coaching objectives, style, character, ethics). 20% Behavioral/psychological principles of coaching (e.g., communication, motivation, athlete management). 20% Pedagogical principles of coaching (e.g., planning practices, teaching and tactical skills). 20% Physiological principles of coaching (e.g., aerobic and anaerobic training, muscle fitness, nutrition). 20% Managerial principles of coaching (e.g., team and personnel selection and evaluation, risk management, legal issues, budget). 20%

Dependencies

Programs

PESS370 is a completion requirement for: