2021-22 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Nov 06, 2024  
2021-22 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

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EXS 420 - History of Physical Activity and Sport in American Culture

Study of historical development of physical activity and sport in the United States with a focus on the development of American culture. Particular emphasis on major philosophies, events and leaders. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Identify the contributions of prominent people who effected change in physical activity, fitness, and sport.
  2. Describe the role played by physical activity, fitness, and sport in the changes made in social and civil rights in the United States.
  3. Define and analyze events the major social, economic, political, religious, and philosophical influences upon physical activity, fitness, and sport during previous eras to help explain the current situation in physical activity, fitness, and sport.
  4. Describe personal and familial history in sport and physical activity.



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