Physical Education

• Mission Statement
  AS part of the Health, Physical Education and Recreation Department, our mission is to inspire future professionals by providing a high quality education through an innovated, engaged learning experience. Within the broader mission of the Department of Health, Physical Education and Recreation, the PEP program has dual missions:

  • The mission for Track I – Physical Education Major K-12 is to prepare students in the discipline of physical education. Students develop an understanding of the scientific foundations of human performance and become proficient in a variety of sports and physical activities. Graduates with a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education Track I (B.A., B.S.) are qualified to pursue teacher licensure, apply for graduate school and/or supervise and manage various recreational programs, organize and direct intramural programs, and teach in special education environments (i.e., alternative schools, Job Corps). Students will achieve this mission by completing a variety of coursework and practicum hours, ultimately allowing them to develop and practice sound physical education pedagogical skills.
  • The mission for Track II - Physical Education Major K-12/Licensure is to prepare students in the discipline of physical education and to prepare quality teacher candidates to teach physical education in school environments. Students develop an understanding of the scientific foundations of human performance and become proficient in a variety of sports and physical activities, which they can teach to others. Graduates with a bachelor’s degree in physical education Track II (B.A., B.S.) are qualified to teach physical education and coach in public schools, grades K-12. Graduates are also qualified to apply for graduate school, supervise and manage various recreational programs, organize and direct intramural programs, and teach in special education environments (i.e., alternative schools, Job Corps). Students will achieve this mission by completing a variety of coursework and practicum hours, ultimately allowing them to develop and practice sound physical education pedagogical skills.

   

• Student Learning Outcomes
  • Certificate

     

  • Associate Degree (Not Applicable)

     

  • Bachelor Degree

    At the conclusion of the Bachelor of Science in Physical Education or Physical Education Teaching degrees, students will:

    • Know and apply discipline-specific scientific and theoretical concepts critical to the development of physically educated individuals.
    • Be physically education individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to demonstrate competent movement performance and health enhancing fitness as delineated in the SHAPE K - 12 standards.
    • Plan and implement developmentally appropriate learning experiences aligned with local, state, and national standards to address the diverse needs of all students.
    • Use effective communication and pedagogical skills and strategies to enhance student engagement and learning.
    • Utilize assessments and reflection to foster student learning and inform instructional decisions.
    • Possess dispositions essential to becoming effective professionals.
• Curriculum Grid

• Program and Contact Information

  The Department of Health, Physical Education and Recreation (HPER) in the Jerry & Vickie Moyes College of Education offers programs that promote
  lifelong wellness from a variety of disciplines. The mission of the Health, Physical Education and Recreation Department is to inspire future
  professionals by providing high quality education through an innovative, engaged learning environment.
  
  The Department provides undergraduate programs for students wishing to complete degrees that include the Health Promotion Major and Minor, the
  Outdoor Community Recreation Emphasis major or minor with emphasis in Entrepreneurship, Outdoor Administration, or Community Administration,
  the Physical Education Teaching and Non-Teaching Majors, and three Physical Education Minors. It also provides courses that contribute to the
  University’s commitment to General Education, promote a general interest in living healthy lifestyles and studying fitness, physical activity and health
  care, and assist students in achieving their college and career goals.

   

  Contact Information:
  Dr. Mandy Kirkham
  Weber State University
  1435 Village Drive, Department 2801
  Ogden, UT 84408-2801
  Swenson Gym, 307E
  (801) 626-6889

  https://www.weber.edu/hper

• Assessment Plan
   

   

• Assessment Report Submissions
  2023-24
  2021-22 - No Report Submitted
  2019-20
  2017
  2016
  2015

• Program Review

  2022-23
  2018-19

This information is part of the cyclical program review process. Details such as mission statements, learning outcomes, etc., are updated as part of the biennial assessment reporting process, an integral component of program review.