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PED 181 - Adventure Activities (CV)


Adventure Activities involves innovative warm-ups and conditioning exercises within a group setting as the group works together to problem-solve, develop trust through activities and work to solve challenges in adventure settings.  Through the stages of development, the student will gain an understanding of how to build more effective groups, demonstrate modeling and cooperation and learn healthy risk-taking behaviors.

Credits: 1
Hours
8 Class Hours, 22 Laboratory Hours
Note
CV=cardiovascular

Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

  1. Explain the definition of Adventure activities and the importance of including this non-stereotypical curriculum in a Physical Education setting.
  2. Demonstrate leadership, decision making techniques, and group dynamic skills necessary to accomplish problem solving activities.
  3. Demonstrate professional behavior and practice safety procedures, while participating in class.
  4. Identify ways to modify activities for diverse populations.