Fall 2015
ED 800 - Concepts in Educational Inquiry
Dr. Steven Weiland Concepts of Educational Inquiry provided me a chance to reflect on education through a self-paced “hypermedia” formatted course. Throughout the six units of ED800, I was able to reconsider the definition of learning and how it can relate to today's society. Content covered the history, progress, and current state of education as it has adapted through the years. |
KIN 855- Psychosocial Bases of Coaching
Dr. Andrew Driska As a coach it is essential to understand the mental skills and obstacles that athletes face. KIN855 covered topics in regards to athlete motivation, coach – athlete communication and the ability to implement the use of mental skills to help overcome performance blocks. I was able to incorporate course projects into my everyday coaching with my current players. I created imagery exercises for athletes and evaluated how their performance increased after mental skills were introduced. |
Spring 2016 |
Summer 2016
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KIN 854 - Legal/Administrative Issues of Coaching
Rick Atkinson There are numerous factors to consider when taking ownership of any athletics program, from facility and equipment issues to behavior of personnel, spectators, and players. Understanding the need for safety policies, an awareness of industry norms and the necessity of documentation is essential in protecting everyone involved in the program. This course is designed to prepare coaches and administrators to run a safe and efficient program that is covered in every avenue of potential liability. A mix of assignments, like identifying potential hazards from a photograph, the study of litigation and the creation of relevant documents to today’s sports world helped me connect this course to my role as a coach and future administrator. |
KIN 856 - Physical Bases of Coaching
Dr. Scott Riewald This was one of three courses I took to complete the requirements to earn a graduate certificate in sports coaching and leadership along with my graduate degree. This course required an understanding of the body and a scientific understanding of major concepts like recovery nutrition. While making instructional videos with my players, designing training schedules and researching best practices in baseball, I was able to further my understanding of athlete needs. I gained an understanding of the bones, muscles, and scientific terms used for describing movement, the physical elements that affect athletic performance, as well as the ability to create content that will be easily accessible for my players. |
Fall 2016 |
Spring 2017 |
KIN857 - Positive Youth Development in Sport
Dr. Daniel Gould One of my favorite courses, KIN857, challenged my foundations of coaching. The course centered on the developmental possibilities of youth sports found in the book Inside Out Coaching. While todays’ society is caught up in a win-at-all costs mission, Inside Out Coaching, delivered a message of developmental importance in keeping sporting opportunities available for everyone. I challenged myself to center my coaching goals on those of a transformational coach, helping all players find meaningful roles on the team and contributing to their life-long development. |
KIN 868 - Skill Development in Athletes
Dr. Andrew Driska KIN 868 focused on specific approaches to improve athletic skills in athletes. The course covered strategies to improve practice quality, coaching skills, athlete support, performance, and overall success. The importance of proper practice design in relation to athlete skill was highly emphasized and linked to more efficient skill improvement. The class also touched on the nurture vs. nature debate and how coaches can develop skill in all athletes despite potential road blocks or genetic short falls. |
Summer 2017 |
Fall 2017 |
EAD 860 - Concepts of a Learning Society
Dr. Steven Weiland This course was focused on the concept of the “learning society,” and self-directed learning. The self-paced course featured six units that included viewing, reading and listening assignments. Throughout this course, I was introduced to different ways people learn outside of formal education. A dive into William Powers’ Hamlet’s Blackberry, allowed me to explore the positive and potential negative effects that technology has begun to bring to society and our lives. |
EAD 878 - Education in the Digital Age
Dr. Steven Weiland In EAD 878, I studied the history of new digital technologies, and the claims made in new literacies that education success will largely reflect upon students' ability to navigate the digitally advanced world. I also visited the world of online learning and its potential to revolutionize the way society sees education. Through this exploration I became familiar Massive Open Online Courses (MOOC) and Open Educational Resources (OER). |
Spring 2018
CEP 800 - Learning in School & Other Settings
Dr. Hannah Klautke CEP 800 explores the ways learners can develop in and outside of the classroom. Topics covered include: the difference learning between novices and experts as well as factors that may impact learning such as perspective, past experience, skill level, emotions and motivation. This course has also guided me to create “my personal theory of learning” and continue to shape this theory throughout the course. |
ED 870 - Capstone Portfolio Course
Dr. Matthew Kohler, Sarah Keenan-Lechel, Spencer Greenhalgh, Brittany Dillman In ED 870, I created this website about my experience in the MAED program. I was encouraged to analyzed my own learning and reflect on previously completed coursework. I also had the opportunity to write about my development as an educator throughout the program. This portfolio is a comprehensive showcase of my coursework, practical experience, and professional goals. |
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