Physical Education at Ozarks

Major

The Physical Education Program is administratively housed in the Division of Education and is physically located in the Mabee Sports Complex. The Program services both those students taking academic work in the Ozarks’ General Education Curriculum as well as those students who seek a major or minor in the field.

Students who are interested in a career in physical education may choose to pursue a Bachelor of Science degree with either a teaching or non-teaching focus. A minor is also available in Health and a curriculum is offered that will lead to a Coaching endorsement by the state. Ozarks’ Physical Education Program is cited as a nationally recognized program by the National Association for Sport and Physical Education (NASPE) and by the American Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD). The program is also fully accredited by the Arkansas State Department of Education (ASDE) and the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).

Intended Student Outcomes for the Physical Education Major
Students pursuing a physical education program at the University of the Ozarks must demonstrate, among other requirements, professional competence in ten Intended Candidate Outcomes (ICOs). The ICOs are as follows:

The physical education student:
1. Understands physical education content and disciplinary concepts in the field.
2. Understands how children and youth learn and develop and can provide learning opportunities that support their physical, intellectual, social, and personal development.
3. Understands how individuals differ in their approaches to learning, and is able to adapt learning opportunities to accommodate these differences.
4. Uses an understanding of individual and group motivation and behavior to create a safe learning environment that encourages positive social interaction in learning and selfmotivation.
5. Uses knowledge of effective verbal, nonverbal, and media communication techniques to enhance learning and engagement in physical activity settings.
6. Plans and implements developmentally appropriate instructional strategies based on state and national standards.
7. Understands and uses assessment strategies to foster physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development of students.
8. Is reflective, evaluating the effect of his or her actions on others, and seeks opportunities for professional growth.
9. Uses information technology to enhance learning.
10. Collaborates with colleagues, parents/guardians, and the community to enhance student learning.

Requirements for a Major

The following are the requirements for a major in physical education. Students seeking licensure in this field must also meet the requirements listed under teacher education programs below.

Required Courses in the Physical Education Core:
PHE 1013, PHE 3023, PHE 3043, PHE 3103, PHE 4003, PHE 4023, PHE 3223

Required Courses in the Science Core:
PHE 2013, PHE 2603, PHE 3123, PHE 4103

Required Courses in the Survival Core: (1 of 2)
PHE 2023, PHE 3073

Required Activities Courses:
PHE 1411, PHE 1631 OR PHE 1611, OR PHE 1621, One course in swimming, One course in fitness (Weight Training, Aerobic Fitness, or Physical Fitness), One course in dance, Three courses in sports (Golf, Bowling, Racquetball, Tennis and Badminton, Team Sports), One additional activity course

Prospective students are encouraged to view Ozarks suggested eight semester plans before pursuing a degree in Physical Education.

Minor

For those interested in a minor in Health at Ozarks, click here.

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