SECTION TWO: LEARNING OUTCOMES
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SECTION TWO: LEARNING OUTCOMES

For each of the AKA undergraduate core curricular elements described above it is important to identify clearly stated learning outcomes. A sample set of learning outcomes that are consistent with the AKA Core Curricular elements were developed by an AKA working group. These learning outcomes are intended to serve as exemplars of possible learning outcomes. Individual departments are free to adopt these outcomes, modify them, or develop their own.

Kinesiology Core Element - Physical Activity in Health, Wellness, and Quality of Life

AKA Recommended Learning Outcomes
A Kinesiology graduate will be able to:

  • Describe the relationship between physical activity participation and health, wellness, and quality of live, including a detailed explanation of current physical activity guidelines and recommendations.
  • Critically evaluate research related to physical activity and its impact on health and chronic disease.
  • Design and evaluate physical activity programs that promote health and improve quality of life

Kinesiology Core Element - Scientific Foundations of Physical Activity

AKA Recommended Learning Outcomes
A Kinesiology graduate will be able to:

  • Explain how the scientific process informs our understanding of physical activity.
  • Describe the underlying scientific foundations of physical activity.
  • Critically evaluate information about physical activity from scientific basis.

Kinesiology Core Element - Cultural, Historical and Philosophical Dimensions of Physical Activity

AKA Recommended Learning Outcomes
A Kinesiology graduate will be able to:

  • Describe the sociocultural and historical factors that influence physical activity.
  • Demonstrate an appreciation of cultural diversity and make ethical decisions.
  • Critically evaluate scholarly work related to cultural, historical and philosophical dimensions of physical activity.

Kinesiology Core Element - The Practice of Physical Activity

AKA Recommended Learning Outcomes
A Kinesiology graduate will be able to Demonstrate an appreciation and commitment to physical activity practice.

Below we provide links to a document that describes how an academic department might map the AKA learning outcomes against specific courses and experiences offered at their institution.

This information is provided to allow AKA departments to compare their own curriculum with those at similar institutions.

  1. Here we link to sample core outcome matrices:
    a. University of Illinois
    b. California State University-East Bay
    c. University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
  2. Here we link to the blank learning outcome matricies.

SECTION ONE: THE AKA UNDERGRADUATE CORE ELEMENTS

SECTION THREE: ADVICE REGARDING PROCESS AND NEXT STEPS