Fieldwork III

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Course
SPSC 2100
Discontinued
Yes
Course Code
SPSC 2100
Descriptive
Fieldwork III
Department
Sport Science
Faculty
Science & Technology
Credits
1.00
Start Date
End Term
202010
PLAR
Yes
Semester Length
15 weeks
Max Class Size
35
Contact Hours
5 hours seminar per semester 26 hours distributed learning (one-to-one)
Method(s) Of Instruction
Seminar
Field Experience
Learning Activities
  • Lecture
  • Discussion groups
  • Practical application
  • Field observation
  • Self-study via print or online materials
  • Reading assignments
  • Online discussion groups
  • Instructor tutoring
Course Description
This field work experience provides the student with the opportunity to implement and reflect on the success of a learning activity and gain personal competence in a supervised physical activity setting.
Course Content
  1. Introduction to placement
    • Workplace behaviours
    • Planning and preparation
    • Leadership expectations
  2. Roles and responsibility analysis
    • Observation
    • Preparation
    • Components
      • Group size
      • Environment
      • Policies and Procedures
    • Feedback
  3. Collaborative drill design
    • Components
    • Organization
    • Layout
    • Execution principles
  4. Implementation
    • Rhythm and timing
    • Feedback
    • Adjustments and variations
    • Equipment
    • Safety
  5. Evaluation
    • Gathering information
    • Information analysis
    • Reflection
  6. Professionalism
    • Punctuality
    • Appropriate attire
    • Respectful communication
  7. Personal leadership
    • Self-awareness
      • Self assessment
    • Self-regulation and motivation
      • Commitment
  8. Social leadership
    • Social awareness
      • Leveraging diversity
    • Social skills
      • Communication
Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this fieldwork course, the student shall be able to:

  1. Demonstrate punctuality in keeping appointments.
  2. Demonstrate appropriate attire selection to match workplace needs.
  3. Demonstrate respectful communication practices.
  4. Analyze the organizational components of a learning activity including: group size, environment, policies and procedures.
  5. Design a drill or activity for a target audience with the support of a mentor.
  6. Implement a learning activity with support.
  7. Reflect on the successes and short-comings of an implemented activity.
Means of Assessment

The selection of evaluation tools for this course is based upon:

  1. Adherence to college evaluation policy regarding number and weighing of evaluations, for example a course of three credits or more should have at least three separate evaluations.
  2. A developmental approach to evaluation that is sequenced and progressive.
  3. Evaluation is used as a teaching tool for both students and instructors.
  4. Commitment to student participation in evaluation through such processes as self and peer evaluation, and program/ instructor evaluation.

This is a mastery/non-mastery course based on the following components of assessment:

  • Resource Binder
  • Fieldwork Manual
  • Preparation, Participation and Session Leadership
Textbook Materials

Textbooks and Materials to be Purchased by Students

Will be decided by course instructors. Potential resources include:

  • Fieldwork III course pack (2100)

Certifications/Conference requirements:

As part of the course, instructors and students may engage in extra-curricular certification processes that overlap with the curriculum of the class. Fees for professional certification, where applicable, will be borne by the student. Potential certifications relating to this course include:

N.C.C.P. technical certifications

Prerequisites

SPSC 1200 or PLAR

Which Prerequisite

SPSC 2200