Fall 2013

Texas State University San Marcos

Department of Health & Human Performance Exercise and Sports Science Division

Graduate Program Handbook

Dr. Duane Knudson, Chair Dr. Karen Meaney, Graduate Coordinator HHP Department, Jowers Center Texas State University San Marcos, TX 78666-4616 TEL. (512)-245-2952 E-mail: km66@txstate.edu www.hhp.txstate.edu

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Mission _______________________________________________________________ 4 Exercise & Sports Science________________________________________________ 4 Faculty______________________________________________________________ 4 Gradaute Academic Mentors ____________________________________________ 4 Degree Options ________________________________________________________ 5 Exercise and Sports Science_____________________________________________ 5 Physical Education ____________________________________________________ 5 Admission Requirements ________________________________________________ 6 Admission Process_____________________________________________________ 6 Application and Application Fee _________________________________________ 6 Transcript and Grade Point Average (GPA) Requirements ____________________ 6 Graduate Record Exam (GRE) Requirements ______________________________ 6 Additional Application Requirements _____________________________________ 7 Financial Assistance ____________________________________________________ 7 Graduate Teaching and Research Assistantships ____________________________ 7 Scholarships _________________________________________________________ 7 Degree Requirements ___________________________________________________ 8 Full-time Status ______________________________________________________ 8 Transfer of Coursework ________________________________________________ 8 GPA Requirements ____________________________________________________ 8 Graduate Degree Outline ________________________________________________ 8 Degree Audit Report ___________________________________________________ 8 Backround/Leveling Courses_____________________________________________9 Independent Study ____________________________________________________ 9 Internship ___________________________________________________________ 9 Thesis versus Non-Thesis Options _________________________________________ 9 Graduate Requirements ________________________________________________ 10 Teacher Certification __________________________________________________ 11 Graduate Advising Worksheets __________________________________________ 13 Master of Education Physical Education Thesis Option _____________________ 13 Master of Education Physical Education Non-Thesis Option _________________ 14 2

Fall 2013 Master of Education Physical Education Teacher Education (MAC) ___________ 15 Master of Science, Major in Exerise Science Thesis Option __________________ 16 Master of Science, Major in Exercise Science Non-Thesis Option _____________ 18 ESS Graduate Course Schedule and Rotation ______________________________ 20 ESS Graduate Written Comprehensive Exam Application ___________________ 21 Guidelines for Independent Study (ESS 5347) _____________________________ 23 Guidelines for Internship (ESS 5398 or 5698) _____________________________ 25

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Department of Health and Human Performance Mission

Through effective and innovative teaching, research, and service, the mission of the graduate programs in the Department of Health and Human Performance is to produce graduates who are life-long learners that model healthy behaviors and will advance their profession. To this end, the Department offers graduate study culminating in the following degree: Master of Education, Master of Science, or Master of Science in Recreation and Leisure Services. Within these degree programs, students may choose from either a thesis or a non-thesis option. Many of our students theses become peer-reviewed articles. Students who intend to continue their graduate study should consider pursuing a thesis.

Exercise and Sports Science Division

Exercise and Sports Science An academic discipline, Exercise and Sports Science studies scientific principles encompassing human movement. Particular emphasis is placed on the application of scientific theory, techniques, and strategies that enhance physical activity and sport performance. There is an increasing need for professionals with an advanced degree in Exercise and Sports Science or related field as: 1) the nation grapples with obesity and diabetes epidemics; 2) physicians place more emphasis on preventive care; 3) the population continues to age; and 4) the need for school and community based physical activity grows. Thus, graduates with a masters degree in Exercise Science will be in demand and able to work in all sectors of the workforce, including federal, state and local government health agencies, health organizations, public schools, and universities, as physical educators, coaches, grant specialists/coordinators, and directors of health clubs and wellness programs The Faculty Members of the Exercise and Sports Science graduate faculty are national leaders in the field of Exercise and Sports Science. They are the authors of numerous peer-reviewed publications, textbooks, and grants, serve as officers/board members in professional associations, and set the high standards for students in the Exercise and Sports Science Program at Texas State University. These members include: AJ An, Ph.D Kent Griffin, Ph. D. Ting Liu, Ph.D. Lisa Lloyd, Ph.D. Duane Knudson, Ph.D. Kevin McCurdy Ph.D Karen Meaney, Ed..D. Joni Mettler, Ph.D. Tinker Murray, Ph.D. Robert Pankey, Ed.D. Michelle Pope, Ph.D. John Walker, Ed.D. Jim Williams, Ph.D.

Graduate Academic Mentors The Graduate Coordinator will assign each student enrolled in graduate studies in the Exercise and Sport Science Division a Graduate Academic Mentor. The Graduate Academic Mentor will assist the student in academic advising (e.g., scheduling, course selection, thesis/non-thesis, culminating project) throughout the students graduate program. 4

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Degree Options
Exercise Science The Master of Science, major in Exercise Science, will equip students with the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to address health issues related to physical inactivity and obesity as well as to enhance human performance using evidence-based training and dietary strategies. Graduates will appreciate the value and importance of research-based literature and have the critical thinking, research, and technical skills to: 1) understand research-based literature; 2) use innovative approaches to problem solving; 3) successfully pursue a doctoral degree in Exercise Science or related discipline; 4) work in athletic, clinical (e.g., cardiopulmonary rehabilitation and diagnostic testing), educational, and fitness settings; and 5) sit for advanced professional certifications (e.g., the American College of Sports Medicine Certified Clinical Exercise Specialist, Certified Health Fitness Specialist, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, or Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist). Physical Education The Master of Education with a major in Physical Education is designed to prepare individuals for careers and/or advanced studies in the dynamic discipline of physical education and sport. Graduates will appreciate the value and importance of research-based literature and have the critical thinking, research, and technical skills to: 1) understand research-based literature; 2) use evidenced based teaching and coaching curricula; 3) successfully pursue a doctoral degree in Physical Education Teacher Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or Sport Pedagogy, 4) direct and instruct physical education, physical activity, athletic, and sport programs in K-12 schools, colleges, universities or community based settings.

The Masters and Certification specialization (MAC) will enable students to teach physical education and coach at the elementary and secondary school levels. Upon program completion, students will be able to implement evidenced-based physical activity instruction in a developmentally appropriate and culturally responsive manner. The Educational Foundations specialization enables individuals (with or without teaching certification) to enhance their knowledge and understanding of theories and research that influence teaching and physical activity and coaching sport. Upon program completion, students will be prepared to teach or coach in college or university settings, or pursue doctoral studies in physical education, curriculum and instruction, or sport pedagogy.

Both the MAC and Educational Foundations specializations offer students a theory to practice approach to learning. Graduate students will have multiple opportunities to engage in community based research and service-learning projects.

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Admission Requirements
Admission Process Applicants must submit all required materials the Graduate School at Texas State University. Once all materials are received the Exercise and Sports Science Graduate Coordinator compiles the materials and submits these materials to the Exercise and Sports Science Graduate Admission Committee. Members of the Admissions Committee carefully review all of the required documents (i.e., GPA, GRE score, letters of reference, resume, and professional goals narrative). Committee members embrace a holistic approach in evaluating applicants materials. After thoroughly reviewing the applications the committee forwards one of one of the following recommendations to the Graduate Coordinator; 1) Admit, 2) Conditional Admission, 3) Deny Admission. The Graduate Coordinator forwards the Committees recommendations to the Graduate School and the Graduate School informs the applicant of their admission status. Application and Application Fee Please apply online through the ApplyTexas Application and allow 2 working days for the application to be received by Texas State. The required non-refundable $40.00 application fee can be submitted with credit/debit card information during the application process. If preferred, applicants may submit a nonrefundable $40.00 application fee (check or money order in U.S. currency) made payable to Texas State. The mailing address is listed below. Please Note: Students who change their admission status must pay the fee associated with the new application. Degree-seeking students changing majors and/or seeking multiple degrees are required to complete a new application and pay the $40 fee. An additional international evaluation fee of $50.00 (U.S. currency) is required if the application is considered for admission based on foreign credentials. Transcript and Grade Point Average (GPA) Requirement Applicants who are a Texas State University degree recipient or are currently enrolled at Texas State need to request transcripts for any coursework NOT listed on the Texas State transcript. The Graduate College will provide the Texas State transcripts. Applicants who are not Texas State University-San Marcos degree recipients or are not currently enrolled at Texas State must submit one official transcript from each four-year college or university attended. These transcripts must be mailed directly from the university or college attended or submitted in a sealed university envelope with the university registrar's signature on the back of the envelope. Graduate Record Exam (GRE) Requirement The Exercise and Sports Science programs require an official Graduate Record Exam (GRE). GRE scores must be sent directly from the Educational Testing Service in Princeton, New Jersey, to our Graduate College. The college code for Texas State is 006667. The Educational Testing Service can be contacted at www.ets.org/gre. Texas State students are only required to take the General Test.

Fall 2013 Additional Application Requirements Three (3) letters of recommendation (including at least two academic references) regarding professional competence and character Resume A typed, double-spaced, 500-word statement of aspiration that addresses the following: 1. Professional goals 2. Reasons for pursuing education and training in Exercise Science and/or Physical Education 3. Summary of major strengths and weaknesses with respect to being admitted into the program this statement will be evaluated for content, style and quality. NOTE: Some programs require specific forms to be used when submitting references and essays. Please review the program website listed below.

Applicants may electronically submit the documents listed above to the Graduate College at http://www.gradcollege.txstate.edu/rqmt/doc.html. Individuals submitting recommendation letters for applicants may also send them electronically. References using this site will need the applicant name and date of birth, and preferably an ID number.

Financial Assistance
Graduate Teaching and Research Assistantships Department of HHP annually awards competitive graduate assistantships to highly qualified individuals interested in serving as either research or teaching assistants. Selection is based on the students academic background and professional experience. Applications can be found within this packet. The application deadline to be considered for hire during: 1) the Fall semester is March 1st of the preceding Spring semester, and 2) the Spring semester is November 1st during the preceding Fall semester. Scholarships Many Scholarships are available through: The Graduate College (www.gradcollege.txstate.edu/scholarships.html) The College of Education (http://www.education.txstate.edu/support/descriptions.html) The Department of HHP (www.hhp.txstate.edu/).

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Degree Requirements
Full-time Status A full-time graduate course load is nine semester hours for a Fall or Spring semester, and five semester hours for each summer session. The maximum graduate course load is fifteen semester hours for a Fall or Spring semester, and six semester hours for each summer session. Once a student enrolls in Graduate School, he/she has six years to complete the requirements for his/her Masters degree. A student who does not complete all of his/her degree requirements within the 6-year time limit must request a time extension from the Graduate Advisor, as well as the Dean of the Graduate College, and give adequate justification for such an extension. Transfer of Coursework Students may transfer up to six semester hours of graduate course work from another university for credit toward a Masters degree at Texas State. The course(s) being transferred must meet the following criteria: 1) the course(s) must be graduate courses, 2) the course(s) must not have counted toward course credit for a degree at another university, 3) the course(s) must have the same course content as a course or courses on the students degree outline, and 4) the student must have made a grade of B or better in the course(s). In order to obtain approval for transfer courses, the student should bring the following to the Graduate Advisor: 1) a course syllabus to confirm that the content of the course is the same as a course on the students degree outline, and 2) a copy of an official transcript to demonstrate that the student made a grade of B or better in the course, and that the course did not count toward a degree at another university. GPA Requirements Graduate students are required to maintain a GPA of at least 3.0 for courses taken for degree credit. If a graduate students GPA falls below 3.0, he/she will have one semester of probation to raise his/her GPA to 3.0. If the GPA is not raised to 3.0 the following semester the student will be placed in Academic Suspension. After a one-semester suspension period the student must engage in academic activities that will ultimately result in enhancing the suspended students academic performance (e.g., audit undergraduate classes, participate in tutorial session). To be considered for reinstatement the student must meet and present the Graduate Coordinator with a written narrative describing his/her academic activities during the suspension period. The ESS Division will only recommend reinstatement on time during the students graduate studies.

Graduate Degree Outline

Degree Audit Report (DAR) The Graduate College will make a DAR available online to each graduate student in PE after the student has been accepted for admission into the Graduate College. Following admission, this degree outline is available through CatsWeb. The student is responsible for reading, interpreting, and following the DAR as well as following the Graduate Advisor Academic Mentors recommendation for the completion of his/her degree requirements.

Fall 2013 Background/Leveling Courses Students who do not have an undergraduate degree in Exercise Science or Physical Education or related field may be required to complete specific background/leveling courses (10-12 semester hours) in conjunction with the graduate courses required for his/her specialization or major. The student must take these course(s) before taking the required courses and earn a B of better in each of the leveling courses. These leveling courses vary from student to student, depending on the students undergraduate major and graduate degree program. A list of the required leveling courses will appear on the students DAR. Independent Study ESS 5347 is an independent study and is intended to keep the student aware of current issues, practices, and applications in the fields of physical education and human performance. Registration for ESS 5347 requires approval from the teacher of record. Students interested in pursuing ESS 5347 must meet with the instructor of record at least one month in advance, as some instructors may require the student to submit a proposal before permission to enroll is granted. Internship ESS 5398 is an internship course intended to be a capstone experience that requires the application of many concepts already learned by the student in graduate school. ESS 5398 should be taken during the students last semester before graduation. If the student chooses to complete ESS 5398, then he/she must receive approval for an internship one semester prior to enrolling in ESS 5398.

Thesis versus Non-Thesis Degree Programs

Most degree programs in Exercise Science offer students the option of completing a thesis. Students may also choose a degree program that does not include a thesis (non-thesis). A thesis is a comprehensive research project that requires the highest level of academic performance and quality. It also requires considerable skills in academic writing and research design. While students may choose either a thesis or non-thesis degree option when they begin their graduate program, it is recommended that a final decision regarding a thesis or non-thesis program not be made until the student has completed both ESS 5346 - Literature and Research and ESS 5356 Applied Statistics and consult with their Graduate Academic Mentor. For more information on the requirements for completion of a Masters Thesis at Texas State University San Marcos, students should refer to the following link: www.gradcollege.txstate.edu/ThesDiss_Info/Thes_Info.html. Requirements for a Masters Thesis Students whose degree plan includes a thesis usually complete their 24 semester hours of course work before enrolling in thesis courses (ESS 5399A and ESS 5399B). These courses cannot be taken in the same semester, but must be completed in two (or more) separate consecutive semesters. Before enrolling for thesis courses, each student should: 1) review the thesis information provided by the Graduate College, and 2) consult with his/her Graduate Academic Mentor regarding a thesis topic and selecting a thesis committee chair. The committee 9

Fall 2013 chair is a graduate faculty member who agrees to supervise the students work on the thesis project and review the students writing of the thesis document. The committee chair should have an academic specialization suitable for the proper supervision of the students research project. The student will also select at least two other graduate faculty members who agree to serve on his/her thesis committee along with the committee chair. While the student is enrolled in ESS 5399A, he/she is expected to develop an original research question, plan the methodology for data collection to answer that research question, and write a complete research proposal, including a comprehensive review of the related research literature. This work will be completed under the supervision and direction of the students thesis committee chair. Upon completion of the thesis proposal, the student will make a formal presentation of the proposal to his/her thesis committee. Once all the required revisions to the proposal have been completed, and the proposal has been formally presented to, approved, and signed by the thesis committee members, the student may begin the data collection process. The following semester, when the student is enrolled in ESS 5399B, he/she will finish the data collection required for the project, analyze the results, and finish the thesis document. Then, the student will make a formal defense of the results to his/her thesis committee. Once all committee members have approved and signed the thesis, the student must submit the document to the Graduate College for the Deans approval. After the approval and signature of the Dean of the Graduate College, the student must submit the thesis to the Library, completing all thesis requirements.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
3.0 (or higher) GPA Successful completion of all coursework Submit application for graduation to the Graduate School Successful completion of one of the following o Thesis o Culminating Experience associated with an ESS 5347-Independent Study in ESS or ESS 5398 or 5698 Internship in ESS o Written Comprehensive Exams

All students must have a 3.0 GPA to be eligible for graduation, Students who choose the non-thesis option must successfully complete a written comprehensive examination during their final semester of graduate school. With the approval of their Graduate Academic Mentor qualified students may choose to complete requirements for Graduate Culminating Experience. The Graduate Culminating Experience may be fulfilled through successful completion of a scholarly product associated with an Independent Study (ESS 5347) or successful completion or a scholarly project associated with an Internship (ESS 5398 or ESS 5698). Guidelines outlining the Graduate Culminating Experience are included in this handbook. After the graduate written comprehensive exam is administered, each instructor is given approximately ten days to grade and evaluate the written answers from each student. A students answers must be at least 70% correct in order to successfully pass any particular course for which the student is tested over for the exam. The student must successfully pass all of the 10

Fall 2013 courses for which he/she is tested over in order to successfully pass the exam. Within three weeks after the graduate written comprehensive exam is administered, the students graduate advisor will notify him/her via e-mail concerning the students overall performance on the exam. If the student successfully passes the graduate written comprehensive exam, he/she needs only to complete the remainder of the courses, if any, listed on his/her degree outline in order to graduate. If the student does not successfully pass the graduate comprehensive exam (pass all of the courses for which he/she is tested over), he/she must take a make-up exam. For the make-up exam, the student will be tested over only those courses which he/she did not pass on the first graduate written comprehensive exam. Make-up exams are scheduled by the Graduate Coordinator. If the student successfully passes the make-up exam(s), he/she needs only to complete the remainder of the courses listed on his/her degree outline in order to graduate. If the student does not successfully pass the make-up exam(s), he/she must retake the course which he/she did not pass on during the next semester offered. A student cannot complete all requirements for graduation until he/she successfully completes the graduate written comprehensive exam.

Teacher Certification
Admittance Requirements (revised requirements effective June 1) All admittance requirements must be complete prior to receiving the TCERT code in your Banner file. TCERT designation is required to register for CI or RDG classes. (1) Bachelor's Degree from an Accredited College or University (2) 2.75 GPA in the last 60 Hours of College Coursework which must include evidence of the following coursework: Completion of coursework, with a grade of "C" or better, to demonstrate competency in the following areas: Reading: 3 hours of undergraduate History or Political Science Written Communication: 6 hours of undergraduate English composition coursework Critical Thinking: 3 hours of undergraduate Philosophy or an equivalent measure of critical thinking Mathematics: 3 hours of undergraduate College Algebra or an equivalent course in mathematics (3) Completion of a public speaking with a "B" or better to demonstrate competency in oral communication. Students who earn a grade of "C" should schedule an interview with an OEP staff member. A grade in COMMUNICATION 1310 that is below "C" must be repeated. Note: Special certification programs, such as Career Alternatives in Special Education (CASE) and Certification and Master of Education (CMED), or Teacher Recruitment Program (TRP) may have different and/or additional requirements as stated in the guidelines for these programs Admission Deadlines for the Graduate College Semester Fall Spring Regular June 15 October 15 International June 1 October 1 11

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Complete the following application process: Step 1: Contact the Graduate College For information regarding admission into a master's degree program; please contact the Graduate College by calling 512-245-2581. For information regarding masters degree programs offered through the College of Education, click here. Step 2: Attend a Teacher Education Admittance Seminar If you plan to pursue a graduate degree and a Texas teaching certificate, you must attend a Teacher Education Admittance Seminar. Please fill out the Seminar Registration Form. The Teacher Education Admittance Seminar is a required meeting that includes all information necessary for successful completion of the teacher education program. When you attend the seminar, you should submit documentation of at least six hours of volunteer experience with students grades Pre-K-12th. You must also submit a copy of your transcript at this time. Step 3: Apply to the Teacher Preparation Program. You must be accepted to Texas State University and have satisfied all of the requirements to apply to the Teacher Preparation Program (see criteria for admittance above). Step 4: Apply for your certification plan. After you have been accepted to the Teacher Preparation Program, you must apply for a certification plan. The fee is $75 and is payable by check or cash to the Office of Educator Preparation.

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Texas State University Graduate Advising Worksheet Worksheet for advisement purposes only Not and official outline Subject to revision Master of Education Physical Education Thesis Option (251.22) 36 credit hours ESS Core (6 hours) ESS 5346 Literature and Research in Health and Human Performance ESS 5356 Applied Statistics in Health and Human Performance Required (12 hours) ESS 5304 Motor Learning and Performance ESS 5322 Programming for Inclusion in General Physical Education ESS 5344 Improving Instruction and Assessment in Physical Activity ESS 5353 Curriculum and Instruction in Physical Activity Electives (6 hours) ESS 5307 Adv Resistance Training & Conditioning ESS 5308 Physical Activity, Exercise, and Epidemiology ESS 5309 Biomechanics ESS 5347 Independent Study in Exercise Science Thesis Courses (6 hours) ESS 5399A Thesis (Part I) ESS 5399B Thesis (Part II) Supporting Courses (6 hours) Three graduate courses other than ESS course may be taken to satisfy this requirement. Courses listed below are suggestions. In consultation with the students Graduate Academic Mentor students may select courses not identified below. CI 5314 CI 5330 CI 5372 EDTC 5310 EDTC 5315 EDTC 5320 SPED 5313 SPED 5326 SPED 5375 Human Growth and Development Multicultural Teaching & Learning Philos0phical Foundations of Education EDCL Students pursuing supporting coursework in the area of Educational Leadership must meet pre-requisites and GPA requirements.

Introduction to Educational Technology NUTR 5302G Pediatric Obesity Advanced Educational Technology NUTR 5364 Science of Nutr & Exercise Model of Integration of Educational Technology Education Students with Emotional/Behavioral Disorders Educating Students with Mild Disabilities Behavior Management

Core Requirements (6 hours) Supporting Coursework (6 hours) ___ESS 5346: Literature & Research in Health and Human Performance ___ESS 5356: Applied Statistics in Health and Human Performance Required Courses (12 hours) ___ESS 5304 Motor Learning and Performance ___ESS 5322 Programming for Inclusion in General Physical Education ___ESS 5344 Improving Instruction and Assessment in Physical Activity ___ESS 5353 Curriculum and Instruction in Physical Activity Electives (6 hours) ___ESS 5308 Physical Activity, Exercise, and Epidemiology ___ESS 5309 Biomechanics ___ESS 5347 Independent Studies in Exercise Science

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Leveling Courses Determined on an individual basis and must be completed prior to enrollment in other graduate coursework. Grade of B or above required in leveling courses. ___ ___

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Texas State University Graduate Advising Worksheet Worksheet for advisement purposes only Not and official outline Subject to revision Master of Education Physical Education Non-Thesis Option (251.21) ESS Core (6 hours) ESS 5346 Literature and Research in Health and Human Performance ESS 5356 Applied Statistics in Health and Human Performance Required (12 hours) ESS 5304 Motor Learning and Performance ESS 5322 Programming for Inclusion in General Physical Education ESS 5344 Improving Instruction and Assessment in Physical Activity ESS 5353 Curriculum and Instruction in Physical Activity Electives (9 hours) In consultation with the students Graduate Academic Mentor students may select courses not identified below. ESS 5307 Adv Resistance Training & Conditioning ESS 5308 Physical Activity, Exercise, and Epidemiology ESS5309 Biomechanics ESS 5347 Independent Study in Exercise Science Supporting Courses (9 hours) Three graduate courses other than ESS course may be taken to satisfy this requirement. Courses listed below are suggestions. In consultation with the students Graduate Academic mentor students may select courses not identified below. CI 5314 CI 5330 CI 5372 EDTC 5310 EDTC 5315 EDTC 5320 SPED 5313 SPED 5326 SPED 5375 Human Growth and Development Multicultural Teaching & Learning Philos0phical Foundations of Education EDCL Students pursuing supporting coursework in the area of Educational Leadership must meet pre-requisites and GPA requirements. 36 credit hours

Introduction to Educational Technology NUTR 5302G Pediatric Obesity Advanced Educational Technology NUTR 5364 Science of Nutr & Exercise Model of Integration of Educational Technology Education Students with Emotional/Behavioral Disorders Educating Students with Mild Disabilities Behavior Management Supporting Coursework (9 hours) ___ ___ ___ Leveling Courses Determined on an individual basis and must be completed prior to enrollment in other graduate coursework. Grade of B or above required in leveling courses. ___

Core Requirements (6 hours) ___ESS 5346: Literature & Research in Health and Human Performance ___ESS 5356: Applied Statistics in Health and Human Performance Required Courses (12 hours) ___ESS 5304 Motor Learning and Performance ___ESS 5322 Programming for Inclusion in General Physical Education ___ESS 5344 Improving Instruction and Assessment in Physical Activity ___ESS 5353 Curriculum and Instruction in Physical Activity Electives (9 hours) ___ESS 5308 Physical Activity, Exercise, and Epidemiology ___ESS5309 Biomechanics ___ESS 5347 Independent Study in Exercise Science

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Texas State University Graduate Advising Worksheet Worksheet for advisement purposes only Not and official outline Subject to revision Master of Education Physical Education Teacher Education (MAC) (251.31) 42 credit hours ESS Core (6 hours) ESS 5346 Literature and Research in Health and Human Performance ESS 5356 Applied Statistics in Health and Human Performance Required (12 hours) ESS 5304 Motor Learning and Performance ESS 5322 Programming for Inclusion in General Physical Education ESS 5344 Improving Instruction and Assessment in Physical Activity ESS 5353 Curriculum and Instruction in Physical Activity Electives (3 hours) ESS 5307 Adv Resistance Training & Conditioning ESS 5308 Physical Activity, Exercise, and Epidemiology ESS 5309 Biomechanics ESS 5347 Independent Study in Exercise Science Required Courses for Certification (15) CI 5314 Human Growth and Development CI 5333 The Secondary Curriculum CI 5370 Classroom Management Discipline, and Legal Issues RDG 5324 Teaching Reading in Middle and Secondary Schools CI 5363 Strategies for Improving Secondary Teaching Student Teaching (6 hours) EDST 4380 EDST 4381 (One semester of student teaching) Core Requirements ___ ESS 5346: Literature & Research in HHP ___ ESS 5356: Applied Statistics in HHP Required Courses ___ESS 5304 Motor Learning and Performance ___ESS 5322 Programming for Inclusion in General Physical Education ___ESS 5344 Improving Instruction and Ass4essment in Physical Activity ___ESS 5353 Curriculum and Instruction in Physical Activity Required Courses for Certification (15) ___CI 5314 Human Growth and Development ___CI 5333 The Secondary Curriculum ___CI 5370 Classroom Management Discipline, and Legal Issues ___RDG 5324 Teaching Reading in Middle and Secondary School ___ CI 5363 Strategies for Improving Secondary Teaching

NUTR 5302G NUTR 5364

Pediatric Obesity Science of Nutr & EX

Background/Leveling Courses determined on an individual basis and must be taken before other graduate courses are taken. Grade of B or above required in leveling courses. ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ Student Teaching ___ EDST 4380 ___ EDST 4381 ESS Electives ___

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Fall 2013 MS, Major in Exercise Science: Thesis Option Required Courses (27 Hours) ESS 5304 Motor Learning and Performance ESS 5305 Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription ESS 5306 Advanced Exercise Physiology ESS 5307 Advanced Resistance Training and Conditioning ESS 5308 Physical Activity, Exercise, and Epidemiology ESS 5309 Biomechanics of Exercise and Sports Science ESS 5310 Cardiopulmonary Physiology ESS 5346 Literature and Research in Health and Human Performance ESS 5356 Applied Statistics in Health and Human Performance Prescribed Elective Courses (3 Hours). Graduate students should consult with their Graduate Academic Mentor to discuss elective courses that are not identified below. AT 5310 AT 5311 BIO 5441 CHEM 5385 ESS 5344 ESS 5347 ESS 5353 ESS 5398 ESS 5698 HED 5321 HED 5325 HED 5330 NUTR 5302G NUTR 5364 NUTR 5366 PSY 5335 Proprioception and Neuromuscular Control in Rehabilitation Biomechanics of Musculoskeletal Injury Cellular Physiology Metabolism Improving Instruction & Assessment in Physical Activity Independent Study in Exercise Science Curriculum and Instruction in Physical Activity Internship in Exercise and Sports Science Internship in Exercise and Sports Science Public Health Education Ethical Principles in Health Education Advocacy and Grant Writing Pediatric Obesity The Science of Nutrition and Exercise Nutrient Metabolism I Preventive Approaches to Health Psychology

Thesis (6 hours) ESS 5399A Thesis ESS 5399B

Thesis

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Leveling/Background: Determined on an individual basis and must be taken before other graduate courses are taken. A grade of B or above is required in all leveling courses. ESS ESS ESS ESS Required ESS 5304 3 ESS 5305 3 ESS 5306 3 ESS 5307 3 ESS 5308 3 ESS 5309 3 ESS 5310 3 ESS 5346 3 ESS 5356 3 Prescribed Elective Courses ESS 3 Thesis ESS 5399A ESS 5399A 3 3 Total 36

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Fall 2013 MS, Major in Exercise Science: Non-Thesis Option Required Courses (27 Hours) ESS 5304 ESS 5305 ESS 5306 ESS 5307 ESS 5308 ESS 5309 ESS 5310 ESS 5346 ESS 5356 Motor Learning and Performance Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription Advanced Exercise Physiology Advanced Resistance Training and Conditioning Physical Activity, Exercise, and Epidemiology Biomechanics of Exercise and Sports Science Cardiopulmonary Physiology Literature and Research in Health and Human Performance Applied Statistics in Health and Human Performance

Prescribed Elective Courses (9 Hours). Graduate students should consult with their Graduate Academic Mentor to discuss elective courses that are not identified below.

AT 5310 AT 5311 BIO 5441 CHEM 5385 ESS 5344 ESS 5347 ESS 5353 ESS 5398 ESS 5698 HED 5321 HED 5325 HED 5330 NUTR 5302G NUTR 5364 NUTR 5366 PSY 5335

Proprioception and Neuromuscular Control in Rehabilitation Biomechanics of Musculoskeletal Injury Cellular Physiology Metabolism Improving Instruction and Assessment in Physical Activity Independent Study in Exercise Science Curriculum and Instruction in Physical Activity Internship in Exercise and Sports Science Internship in Exercise and Sports Science Public Health Education Ethical Principles in Health Education Advocacy and Grant Writing Pediatric Obesity The Science of Nutrition and Exercise Nutrient Metabolism I Preventive Approaches to Health Psychology

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Worksheet

Leveling/Background: Determined on an individual basis and must be taken before other graduate courses are taken. A grade of B or above is required in all leveling courses. ESS ESS ESS ESS Required ESS 5304 3 ESS 5305 3 ESS 5306 3 ESS 5307 3 ESS 5308 3 ESS 5309 3 ESS 5310 3 ESS 5346 3 ESS 5356 3 Prescribed Elective Courses ESS ESS ESS Total 36

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ESS Graduate Course Rotation Students pursuing graduate degrees in the Exercise and Sports Science Division should plan completing the degree in four long academic semesters (i.e., 2 fall semesters and 2 spring semesters). Course offerings in the summer are limited and not guaranteed. Substitutions to degree plans will not be made for students attempting to complete their degrees during summer school.
Course Number ESS 5304 ESS 5305 ESS 5306 ESS 5307 ESS 5308 ESS 5309 ESS 5310 ESS 5322 ESS 5344 ESS 5346 ESS 5353 ESS 5356 Instructor ESS 5347* ESS 5398* ESS 5698* ESS 5399A* ESS 5399B* Leveling ESS 5117** ESS 5317** ESS 5320** ESS 5329** ESS 5624** Title Motor Learning Adv. Fit. Assessment Adv. Ex. Physiology Adv. Resistance Training PA, EX, & Epidemiology Biomechanics Cardiopulmonary Phys. Prog. for Inclusion in PE Impr. Instruction in PA Research Methods in HHP Curriculum & Instr. in PA Applied Statistics in HHP Approval Required Indep. Study in ESS Intern. In ESS Intern. In ESS Thesis Thesis Courses Ex. Phys. Lab Exercise Physiology Biomechanics Motor Learning Principles of Teaching PE X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Spring X X X X X X X X X X X Prior to X X X X X Fall X X X Summer X X X

X X X Registration X X X X X X X X X X

*Students wanting to enroll in ESS 5347, 5398, 5698, 5399A or 5399B must meet with their Mentor and receive approval prior to registration. **Students must enroll in leveling coursework during their first semester of graduate school; all students must earn a B or better in all leveling coursework. Departmental approval is required for enrollment in leveling coursework.

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HEALTH AND HUMAN PERFORMANCE TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY APPLICATION FOR GRADUATE COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION For The Masters of Science or Education with a major in HEALTH EDUCATION, EXERCISE SCIENCE, PHYSICAL EDUCATION, or RECREATION The graduate written comprehensive exam is intended to be a comprehensive assessment of the students graduate academic achievement. The students preparation for this exam is expected to be thorough and complete. Majors in Health Education should return the application to Dr. Kelly Wilson. Majors in Exercise Science or Physical Education should return the application to Dr. Karen Meaney. Majors in Recreation should return the application to Dr. Jan Hodges. After applying for the exam, the student should consult his/her graduate advisor concerning the time and date for the exam, as well as the courses he/she will be tested over. To determine the nature of the questions for each course on the exam, students may contact each instructor for the courses they will be tested over. For students taking the graduate written comprehensive exam in the Fall semester, the exam is usually administered on the second Friday in October from 12:00 till 5:00 pm. For students taking the graduate written comprehensive exam in the Spring semester, the exam is usually administered on the first Friday in March from 12:00 till 5:00 pm. For students taking the graduate written comprehensive exam in the Summer, the exam is usually administered during the last week in June. The exam usually includes essay/discussion questions from the students courses in their graduate program. These questions are written by each of the various instructors for the graduate courses the student has taken. Instructors are free to write separate questions for each student. The students written answers are graded and evaluated by the individual instructors for each course. The graduate written comprehensive exam is administered in Alkek Library or the Jowers Center, and students type their written answers in a word processing program on laptop computers. The students answers are printed, as well as saved as a back-up. The questions for each course should take no more than 45 minutes to provide an acceptable written answer, and the student has a total of five (5) hours to complete the entire examination. NAME: E-MAIL: Texas State ID #: ADDRESS:

TELEPHONE:

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN PERFORMANCE TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SAN MARCOS APPLICATION FOR GRADUATE COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION NAME MAJOR SPECIALIZATION

List all graduate courses completed, courses currently enrolled for, and courses scheduled to be taken for completion of your graduate program. Course Semester Year Instructor Grade

I expect to complete my course work at the end of the

semester,

(year).

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Fall 2013 Guidelines for an Independent Study (ESS 5347) Ending in a Culminating Experience that Meets the Comprehensive Exam Requirement Responsibilities of the Student 1. To be able to enroll in ESS 5347, the student must have: 1) a minimum GPA of 3.0; 2) completed at least 18 hours of graduate coursework; and 3) successfully completed ESS 5346 and ESS 5356 with a B or better. 2. Before registering for the course, the student must prepare a satisfactory prospectus. The prospectus is a 2page proposal with a brief introduction, methodology, timeline, and the intended scholarly product. The requirements for a culminating experience associated with an independent study are not simply met upon the completion of an independent study. The requirements for this culminating experience are met once the student: 1) completes the project to the satisfaction of the graduate faculty member supervising the project, and 2) presents his/her project at the graduate student poster session. 3. Once the prospectus is written, the student must share with his/her faculty mentor. At that time, the faculty mentor will either agree to serve as the supervising faculty member or refer the student to a faculty member who may be a better fit based on the proposed research. 4. Once a supervising faculty member is identified, then the student must secure the written permission of the ESS graduate coordinator and the graduate faculty member who will supervise the project (see the attached form). Responsibilities of the Project Supervisor 1. The project supervisor is responsible for guiding the student, providing feedback, and evaluating the final product. 2. The project supervisor will assign the final grade. 3. Upon completion of the culminating exercise, the project supervisor will complete and submit the Comprehensive Examination Report to the Graduate School. a. As indicated above, completion of an independent study does not imply that the student has completed his/her culminating experience and met the comprehensive exam requirements. b. The requirements for this culminating experience are met once the student: 1) completes the project to the satisfaction of the graduate faculty member supervising the project, and 2) presents his/her project at the graduate student poster presentation.

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Independent Study (ESS 5347) Ending in a Culminating Experience that Meets the Comprehensive Exam Requirement: Request Form Students Name (Printed): __________________________________ Date: _____________

The semester and year that this course will be taken: ___________________________________ Degree Program: Title of study: ____________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________

(Note. A copy of the prospectus must be attached to this form.) Signature of student: ____________________________________________________

Project Supervisor (Printed):

____________________________________________________

Based on my knowledge of this students ability and my determination that the proposed project, when satisfactorily completed, will significantly enhance this students professional growth, I, as Project Supervisor, recommend that this request for independent course and resulting culminating experience be favorably considered. Project Supervisors Signature: __________________________________ Date: _____________

Approved: ____________________ Graduate Coordinator

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Fall 2013 Guidelines for Internship (ESS 5398 or 5698) Ending in a Culminating Experience that Meets the Comprehensive Exam Requirement Responsibilities of the Student 1. To be able to enroll in ESS 5398 or 5698, the student must have: 1) a minimum GPA of 3.0; and 2) completed at least 18 hours of graduate coursework. 2. Before registering for the course, the student must prepare a satisfactory proposal. This 2-page proposal should include a description of regular/daily assigned responsibilities and a major internship project. The requirements for a culminating experience associated with an internship are not simply met upon acquiring the designated number of internship hours. The requirements for this culminating experience are met once the student: a. Completes an internship portfolio (which includes: (i) a summary of the original goals/objectives, whether they were achieved, and how they were achieved or why they were not achieved, (ii) a detailed description of projects and how they contributed to the agency; (iii) an explanation of how the activities were of value to the students growth and development; (iv) suggestions for professional improvement and skills the student needs to acquire or improve upon); and b. Presents his/her project at the graduate student poster session. 3. The student must submit the proposal to the Graduate Internship Supervisor. At that time, the graduate internship coordinator will either approve or deny the students request to enroll in ESS 5398 or ESS 5698. Responsibilities of the Graduate Internship Supervisor 1. The Graduate Internship Supervisor is responsible for guiding the student, providing feedback, and evaluating the final product. 2. The Graduate Internship Supervisor will assign the final grade. 3. Upon completion of the culminating exercise, the Graduate Internship Supervisor will complete and submit the Comprehensive Examination Report to the Graduate School. a. As indicated above, completion of an internship does not imply that the student has completed his/her culminating experience and met the comprehensive exam requirements. b. The requirements for this culminating experience are met once the student: 1) completes an internship portfolio (which includes: (i) a summary of the original goals/objectives, whether they were achieved, and how they were achieved or why they were not achieved, (ii) a detailed description of projects and how they contributed to the agency; (iii) an explanation of how the activities were of value to the students growth and development; (iv) suggestions for professional improvement and skills the student needs to acquire or improve upon); and 2) presents his/her project at the graduate student poster session.

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Guidelines for Internship Ending in a Culminating Experience that Meets the Comprehensive Exam Requirement: Request Form Students Name (Printed): __________________________________ Date: _____________

The semester and year that this course will be taken: ___________________________________ Degree Program: ____________________________________________________

(Note. A copy of the proposal must be attached to this form.) Signature of student: ____________________________________________________

Project Supervisor (Printed):

____________________________________________________

Based on my knowledge of this students ability and my determination that the proposal, when satisfactorily completed, will significantly enhance this students professional growth, I, as Graduate Internship Supervisor, recommend that this request for an internship and resulting culminating experience be favorably considered. Graduate Internship Supervisors Signature: ________________________ Date: _______

Approved: ____________________ Graduate Coordinator

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