The Impact of Yoshiro Uchida and San Jose State University Judo Program on Judo Overall

Course Description
Historical survey of physical education and sport from primitive societies through classical and medieval periods to the 19th-20th century. Development of sport, physical education, and recreation in the U.S. and factors affecting their growth.
Department of Kinesiology Undergraduate Student Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the degree, students will be able to:
• explain, identify, and/or demonstrate the theoretical and/or scientific principles that can be used to address issues or problems in the sub-disciplines in kinesiology
• effectively communicate in writing (clear, concise and coherent) on topics in kinesiology
• effectively communicate through an oral presentation (clear, concise and coherent) on topics in kinesiology
• utilize their experiences across a variety of health-related and skill-based activities to inform their scholarship and practice in the sub-disciplines in kinesiology
• identify and analyze social justice and equity issues related to kinesiology for diverse populations
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  1. explain the significance of events in the history of sport/physical education/kinesiology, place them in the context of their times, and identify their influences in our current era
  2. display understanding of and insight into the customs and mores of various countries, including the effect they have had on the development, creation and cultural sustainability of sport and physical activity in the US
  3. describe the contributions of leaders in kinesiology and sport around the world
  4. explain in detail how sport and physical culture developed in North America in general and at SJSU in particular
  5. provide evidence of understanding the history, philosophy, ethical and socio-political significance of the Olympic Games (ancient and modern) and other sport and physical activity organizations
  6. explain in detail the significance of the SJSU Kinesiology program and its pioneering history
  7. evaluate how experiences in physical activity courses integrate with scholarship and practice in the history of kinesiology

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