PE for Diverse Learners
 Edison
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U of O Adjunct Instructor: Frank James
Office Hours: Before or after class on Friday.My email: fjames@uoregon.edu
Course Objectives
100 Points: Attend class - 100% participation
* Maximum Grade: A+ Must have perfect attendance for A and A+
20 Points Practicum
- Visit Edison and assist in the Friday Fun Activities offered during the student's recess times, starting at 11:30. Written essay required. Requirements for essay are posted on Blackboard.
10 Points Alternative Practicum: Complete two of these for 20 points.
- You can also teach/assist in two additional P.E. Class at Edison.Written essay required. Requirements for essay are on posted on Blackboard.
10 Points Alternative Practicum: Complete two of these for 20 points.
- Sometimes students have difficulty finding time in their schedules for the required practicums. If the options at Edison Elementary School do not work, students may visit another elementary or middle school with a P.E. teacher for two different classes. Written essay required. Requirements for essay are posted on Blackboard.
(Use this link for more ideas)
Course Outline - Weekly Schedule of Topics and Assignments
- This schedule is really a general outline of the topics and the sequence that this course will follow. There are often adjustments during the term.
Week Two: Warmups and Some Favorite Games
Introductions and Beginning of the school year activities, including standard playground rules.
There are many ball skills and activities elementary aged students can be engaged in.
Soccer Frenzy, Take A Chance, Slammer , Super Slammer
We will introduce some of the most popular games currently being played in our gym classes.
Also referred to as cup stacking. This is an individual activity that requires the participant to use both hands and stack twelve cups in various configurations with as much speed as possibleHula hoop activities and games for all grades.An introduction to many noncompetive activities and games that we play.
There are many activities that students can do with the classic gym scooter.
The Fitnessgram assessment is the tool that we use to assess the fitness level of our students. Sometime in week eight or nine, depending on time.
Also referred to as cup stacking. This is an individual activity that requires the participant to use both hands and stack twelve cups in various configurations with as much speed as possible.
Absence policy:
Any absences are made up by an equal amount of time spent observing and assisting with the Friday Fun Recess or the P. E. classes at Edison. A one hour practicum is the equivalent to missing a class and thus is worth 10 points.
Students must contact the GTF in case of illness or emergencies that preclude taking quizzes as scheduled or attending class sessions.Messages can be left on the GTF's email or the instructor's e-mail at any time of the day or night prior to class.Graduate/Undergraduate differentiation - See instructor for detailsAttendance policy: Attendance and physical participation in all activities is required.Expected classroom behavior:
- Several options, both informal and formal are available to resolve conflicts for students who believe they have been subjected to or have witnessed bias, unfairness or other improper treatment. Within the College of Education, contact the COE Ombudsperson at /ombudsman Racist, homophobic, sexist, and other disrespectful comments will not be tolerated.
DiversityIt is the policy of the University of Oregon to support and value diversity. To do so requires that we:
• respect the dignity and essential worth of all individuals.
• promote a culture of respect throughout the University community.
• respect the privacy, property, and freedom of others.
• reject bigotry, discrimination, violence, or intimidation of any kind.
• practice personal and academic integrity and expect it from others.
• promote the diversity of opinions, ideas and backgrounds which is the lifeblood of the university.Documented Disability
Appropriate accommodations will be provided for students with documented disabilities. If you have a documented disability and require accommodation, arrange to meet with the course instructor within the first two weeks of the term. The documentation of your disability must come in writing from the Disability Services in the Office of Academic Advising and Student Services. Disabilities may include (but are not limited to) neurological impairment, orthopedic impairment, traumatic brain injury, visual impairment, chronic medical conditions, emotional/psychological disabilities, hearing impairment, and learning disabilities. For more information on Disability Services, please see http://ds.uoregon.edu/ All students are subject to the regulations stipulated in the UO Student Conduct Code (http://studentlife.uoregon.edu/programs/student_judi_affairs/). This code represents a compilation of important regulations, policies, and procedures pertaining to student life. It is intended to inform students of their rights and responsibilities during their association with this institution, and to provide general guidance for enforcing those regulations and policies essential to the educational and research missions of the University.
Conflict Resolution
Several options, both informal and formal, are available to resolve conflicts for students who believe they have been subjected to or have witnesses bias, unfairness, or other improper treatment. Change to conflict resolution paragraph in COE syllabi:It is important to exhaust the administrative remedies available to you including discussing the conflict with the specific individual, contacting the Department Head, or within the College of Education you can contact Joe
Stevens, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, at 346-2445 or stevensj@uoregon.edu or Surendra Subramani, Diversity Coordinator, at 346-1472 surendra@uoregon.eduOutside the College, you can contact:\· UO Bias Response Team: 346-1139 or http://bias.uoregon.edu/whatbrt.htm>http://bias.uoregon.edu/whatbrt.htm· Conflict Resolution Services 346 -0617 or http://studentlife.uoregon.edu/programs/crs/· Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity: 346-3123 or
http://aaeo.uoregon.edu/Grievance Policy
A student or group of students of the College of Education may appeal decisions or actions pertaining to admissions, programs, evaluation of performance and program retention and completion. Students who decide to file a grievance should follow the student grievance procedure, or alternative ways to file a grievance outlined in the Student Grievance Policy (http://education.uoregon.edu/feature.htm?id=399) or enter search: student grievance.In Case of Inclement Weather In the event the University operates on a curtailed schedule or closes, UO media relations will notify the Eugene-Springfield area radio and television stations as quickly as possible. In addition, a notice regarding the university’s schedule will be posted on the UO main home page (in the “News” section) at http://www.uoregon.edu.
If an individual class must be canceled due to inclement weather, illness, or other reason, a notice will be posted on Blackboard or via email. During periods of inclement weather, please check Blackboard and your email rather than contact department personnel. Due to unsafe travel conditions, departmental staff may be limited and unable to handle the volume of calls from you and others.
Course Incomplete Policy
Students are expected to be familiar with university policy regarding grades of “incomplete” and the time line for completion. For details on the policy and procedures regarding incompletes, consult the UO Catalog or http://www.uoregon.edu/~registrar/common/incomplete_policy.html.See College of Education Incomplete Grade Contract for college and university regulations concerning incompletes. It is the policy of the University of Oregon to support and value diversity. To do so requires that we:
• respect the dignity and essential worth of all individuals.
• promote a culture of respect throughout the University community.
• respect the privacy, property, and freedom of others.
• reject bigotry, discrimination, violence, or intimidation of any kind.
• practice personal and academic integrity and expect it from others.
• promote the diversity of opinions, ideas and backgrounds which is the lifeblood of the university.Appropriate accommodations will be provided for students with documented disabilities. If you have a documented disability and require accommodation, you must meet with the course instructor within the first two weeks of the term. This documentation must come in writing from the Disability Services in the Office of Academic Advising and Student Services. Disabilities may include (but are not limited to) neurological impairment, orthopedic impairment, traumatic brain injury, visual impairment, chronic medical conditions, emotional/psychological disabilities, hearing impairment, and learning disabilities." If you are unable to take a quiz or exam due to a personal and or family emergency, On a case by case basis, the instructor will determine whether the emergency qualifies as an excused absence. Academic misconduct policy: All COE students are subject to the regulationsAcademic Misconduct Policy
All students are subject to the regulations stipulated in the UO Student Conduct Code (http://studentlife.uoregon.edu/programs/student_judi_affairs/). This code represents a compilation of important regulations, policies, and procedures pertaining to student life. It is intended to inform students of their rights and responsibilities during their association with this institution, and to provide general guidance for enforcing those regulations and policies essential to the educational and research missions of the University.Conflict Resolution
The mission of the College of Education is to “Make educational and social systems work for all.” Several options, both informal and formal are available to resolve conflicts for students who believe they have been subjected to or have witnessed bias, unfairness or other improper treatment. Within the College of Education, you can contact: David Chard, Associate Dean for Curriculum and Academic Programs: 346-0065 or dchard@uoregon.edu, or Surendra Subramani, Interim Diversity Coordinator: 346-1473 or surendra@uoregon.edu
Outside the College, you can contact:
UO Bias Response Team: 346-1139 or http://darkwing.uoregon.edu/~brt/
UO Conflict Resolution Services 346-0617 or http://darkwing.uoregon.edu/~crs/
UO Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity 346-3123 or http://aaeo.uoregon.edu/Grievance Policy
A student or group of students of the College of Education may appeal decisions or actions pertaining to admissions, programs, evaluation of performance and program retention and completion. Students who decide to file a grievance should follow the student grievance procedure, or alternative ways to file a grievance outlined in the Student Grievance Policy (http://education.uoregon.edu/feature.htm?id=399) or enter search: student grievance.In Case of Inclement Weather
In the event the University operates on a curtailed schedule or closes, UO media relations will notify the Eugene-Springfield area radio and television stations as quickly as possible. In addition, a notice regarding the university’s schedule will be posted on the UO main home page (in the “News” section) at http://www.uoregon.edu.
If an individual class must be canceled due to inclement weather, illness, or other reason, a notice will be posted on Blackboard or via email. During periods of inclement weather, please check Blackboard and your email rather than contact department personnel. Due to unsafe travel conditions, departmental staff may be limited and unable to handle the volume of calls from you and others.This electronic document supersedes all previous versions and is subject to change.