Exercise Science students will demonstrate problem solving and reasoning skills with emphasis in program application.
Objective
Principles Of Exercise Science
Students in the Exercise Science program will be able to effectively demonstrate the lever system and articulate the manner in which it relates to the human body.
Indicator
Principles Of Exercise Science
A common embedded portion of each KINE 3362 section’s written exam (developed by the Exercise Science faculty) will require students to explain the lever system and discuss how it relates to the human body. Students will be required to demonstrate proper mechanical principles in an advanced KINE course.
Criterion
Principles Of Exercise Science
At least 80% of the Kinesiology BS (Exercise Science) students will score at least 78% or higher in the lever quiz assignment and the applied demonstration (practical lab demonstration).
Finding
Principles Of Exercise Science
A total of 68% of Exercise Science students met the minimum score of at least 78% on the lever quiz assignment and applied demonstration.
Action
Principles Of Exercise Science
The Exercise Science faculty will place more emphasis on the content related to lever system and how the lever system relates to the human body. Specifically, additional time will be devoted to lever system discussion and additional questions will be embedded into written exams. In addition, more lab experiences will added to KINE 3362.
Goal
Content Knowledge
The Kinesiology BS Exercise Science Program will emphasize factual knowledge and competencies that are needed by professional in the field.
Objective
Content Knowledge
Students in the Exercise Science program will demonstrate the knowledge of the foundations of exercise physiology.
Indicator
Content Knowledge
Selected questions on exams in KINE 3373, 4373, and on the final project in 4377 will require students to thoroughly explain, demonstrate, and prescribe exercises designed to improve the components of physical activity--muscular strength, flexibility, balance, power, speed, and cardiovascular endurance.
Criterion
Content Knowledge
At least 80% of Kinesiology BS (Exercise Science) students will score a minimum of 78% on the selected exam and project questions in KINE 3373, 4373, and 4377.
Finding
Content Knowledge
A total of 81% of Exercise Science students met the minimum criterion of a score of at least 78% on the selected exam and project questions in KINE 3373,4373, and 4377.
Action
Content Knowledge
The Kinesiology Exercise science faculty were pleased with the findings of this goal. The program faculty plans to include this goal during the next OATDB cycle.
Goal
Professional Development And Practices
Kinesiology BS (Exercise Science) students will demonstrate the appropriate skills necessary to complete a professional certification.
Objective
Professional Development
Kinesiology BS (Exercise Science) students will be able to use their acquired knowledge, skills, and experience in to attain one or more professional certifications.
Indicator
Professional Development
Kinesiology BS (Exercise Science) students will complete a capstone exam to demonstrate professional competency. The capstone exam will assess the students’ knowledge and skills necessary for professional certification.
Criterion
Capstone Exam
Kinesiology BS (Exercise Science) students will achieve a minimum of an 80 % rating on their capstone exam.
Since this is a new objective for 13-14, we will be gathering baseline data.
Finding
Capstone Exam
A total of 40% of Exercise Science students met the minimum of 80% on rating on their capstone exam.
Action
Capstone Exam
The Exercise Science faculty will conduct a review of the capstone exam to determine the exam validity and if the exam needs modification. KINE 4394 will be added to the list of courses to require the capstone exam. The addition of KINE 4394 will increase the size of the population and increase the validity of the exam.