EDPE 232 History and Philosophy of Physical Education - 3 credits

Prerequisite(s): EDPE 131 or permission of department chair
Students will be provided with insight into the historical and philosophical basis of physical education and sport. This course covers physical education and sport from the ancient world, through the medieval and early modern Europe, the development of American physical education and sport to today’s practices. Other topics addressed will be ethics, integrity, and problems in the profession, ancient and modern Olympics, international participation, current issues, technological advances, and future directions in the profession.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring