UW-Madison Department of Kinesiology - Physical Activity Pedagogy

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Main Office

Kinesiology
School of Education
UW-Madison
Unit II Gym
 2000 Observatory Dr.
Madison, WI  53706-1121

Tel: 608/262-0259
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Email: kines@education.wisc.edu
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Physical Activity Pedagogy

Graduate Advisor: (To be determined)

Synopsis: Physical Activity Pedagogy is the study of curricula and instructional practices that influence movement and physical activity behavior in order to promote better health and well-being of program participants (e.g., school, community, family, etc.).  Research and graduate program foci are: a) manipulation of curriculum and instruction within activity settings to positively influence physical activity and health behaviors of program participants, b) measurement of physical activity within a spectrum of activity settings, and c) to improve the quality and quantity of physical activity programming for children and adolescents.

Purpose of MS: The Master’s degree with a specialization in Physical Activity Pedagogy is designed to prepare students for further work in a Ph.D. program and/or for practicing physical education teachers to further their professional development in areas such as physical activity programming, instructional styles, physical activity measurement, and research.

Purpose of Ph.D.: The Ph.D. program prepares students for research, teaching and service in higher education.  The focus of the program is to develop independent researchers in Physical Activity Pedagogy.  Collaboration in all phases of the research process is required, and an independent research focus should be established.

Laboratory Facilities: The Physical Activity Pedagogy Laboratory is located in 1017 Unit II Gymnasium/Natatorium.  The laboratory serves as a site for research, teaching, and graduate student offices.  Laboratory equipment consists of:

  • Video equipment (Panasonic monitors, Panasonic VHS/DVD players, Panasonic portable DVD players, Panasonic DVD recorder, Canon and Sony camcorders, and Bogen tripods)
  • Accelerometers (RT3 tri-axial and BioTrainer Pro accelerometers)
  • Pedometers (Yamax and Walk4Life)
  • Software (SPSS, PETAI, BEST, STEPS, Power & Precision, Fitnessgram/Activitygram, Fitsmart, Observa System, etc.)
  • Computer and printer
  • Seca scales

For prerequisites and course requirements please contact the Kinesiology graduate program, kinesgrad@education.wisc.edu

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