Kin 100: Course Objectives
The following is a list of learning objectives, along with how they will specifically be addressed in the course.
A. Demonstrate a comprehension of the dimensions of wellness, the various factors affecting each dimension, and how the dimensions are interrelated. Tests, personal fitness/wellness plan, wellness activity
B. Demonstrate use of self-management skills to adhere to healthy lifestyle behaviors. Personal fitness/wellness plan, questionnaires, logs, lab connections
C. Recognize their levels of health and wellness and understand how these levels impact quality of life. Tests, questionnaires, lab connections, personal fitness/wellness profile
D. Identify and implement strategies that improve their wellness. Personal fitness/wellness plan, questionnaires
E. Understand the national health goals (Healthy People 2010) and strategies to achieve them. Tests
F. Demonstrate a comprehension of the health benefits of physical activity and physical activity recommendations. Tests, questionnaires, lab connections, personal fitness/wellness plan
G. Demonstrate a comprehension of the conditioning concepts that underlie physical fitness.Tests, questionnaires, lab connections, personal fitness/wellness plan
H. Understand how gender, heredity, and cultural differences affect physical abilities and physical activity patterns. Tests
I. Examine his/her value system and its relationship to fitness and wellness attitudes and behaviors. Lab connections, logs, journal, questionnaires, personal fitness/wellness plan
J. Describe ways in which heredity and environment influence health and lifestyle. Tests, journal
K. Demonstrate the ability to assess and interpret fitness levels on a regular basis. Tests, pre/post physical fitness testing, personal fitness/wellness plan.
L. Develop and implement his/her personalized fitness/wellness program. Personal fitness/wellness profile & plan, physical activity participation
M. Demonstrate the skills and knowledge associated with at least one lifetime physical activity that enhances fitness. Tests, pre/post physical fitness testing, lab connections, personal fitness/wellness plan, physical activity participation
N. Describe risk factors associated with cardiovascular disease and cancer and develop and implement a personal plan to reduce these risks. Tests, questionnaires, logs, personal fitness/wellness plan
O. Describe nutritional guidelines and develop and implement a personal nutrition plan. Tests, questionnaires, dietary analysis, personal fitness/wellness plan
P. Demonstrate an understanding of the positive and negative aspects of stress, methods of stress management, and participate in stress reduction activities. Tests, logs, lab connections
Q. Participate in physical activities designed to enhance the health-related components of physical fitness (cardio-respiratory endurance, muscular endurance and strength, flexibility, and body composition). Physical activity participation
R. Demonstrate the ability to collaborate with others in wellness related activities. Lab connections
S. Demonstrate the ability to use technology and reputable resources to research and critically evaluate current wellness behaviors. Tests, lab connections
T. Understand the effects of alcohol and substance use on health. Tests, questionnaires
