Adapted Physical Education (Physical Education, M.S.Ed.)
This 30-credit track focuses on best practices and scholarly publications related to teaching students with disabilities in physical education. This research track concludes with an optional student-lead thesis project.
Adapted Physical Education (Physical Education, M.S.Ed.)
Description
What is Adapted Physical Education at ODU like?
This 30-credit track focuses on best practices and scholarly publications related to teaching students with disabilities in physical education. This research track concludes with an optional student-lead thesis project.
Program Highlights
What makes Adapted Physical Education at ODU unique?
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Competitive graduate assistantships are available for full-time students
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Evening courses designed to fit into the schedules of in-service teachers
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Award winning faculty members provide intimate mentoring
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Courses based on current empirical research that encourages students to think critically about the field
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Conduct and present research at conferences
AT A GLANCE
College / School:
Major:
Physical Education
Concentration:
Adapted Physical Education
Degree Level:
Graduate
Delivery Mode(s):
On-Campus
Degree Earned:
Master of Science in Education
Department:
Careers
What are some careers in this field?
Adapted physical education teacher
High school sport coach
Physical education teacher
Physical education coordinator
Assistant principal
Courses
What are some courses offered in Adapted Physical Education at ODU?
HPE 504:
Adapted Physical Education
Students will become acquainted with the practices and researching of different disabilities, the learning modes of the exceptional child, and IDEA (the law that advocates free and appropriate education). The course will also examine how to work within the ecosystem surrounding a child with disabilities. A vital component of the course will be the practical application of theory.
HPE 704:
Advanced Studies in Adapted Physical Education
This course provides experiences of teaching adapted physical education content in lecture and gymnasium settings. Students will develop an understanding of a broad spectrum of disability related content that is applicable to physical education, and gain a deep knowledge of specific topics within disability studies. General and disability specific teaching strategies will be discussed.
HPE 740:
Motor Learning and Development
This course covers a combination of motor development and motor learning topics. The course information and structure are designed to optimize practitioners? effectiveness in the classroom and on the field via practical application of motor behavior theories, concepts and principles. Attention is directed toward understanding the acquisition of skills from the fundamental, initial level to the sport-specific, more advanced level, toward optimal age and skill-level practices and developing appropriate motor skill assessments for infants through older adulthood. Past and current research findings are incorporated into each of the course topics.
Requirements
What are the requirements to apply for Adapted Physical Education at ODU?
Students entering the Master of Science in Education program in Adapted Physical Education should meet the minimum university admission requirements (Graduate Admission)
A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a cumulative undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of 2.80 and a GPA of 3.00 in the undergraduate major courses.
A score of at least 291 (900 by former scoring standard) in the quantitative and verbal portions of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) - GRE scores are required for consideration of admission for all candidates. (In some circumstances, students who have either a low GPA or a low GRE score may be considered for admission with provisional status).
A demonstrated computer literacy.
Cost
Tuition and Fees
Estimated rates for the 2022-23 academic year. Rates are subject to change. Anyone that is not a current Virginia resident will be charged non-resident rates. That includes international students.
Virginia Resident
Per Credit:
$ 571
Non-Resident
Per Credit:
$ 1,394
Technology Delivered Courses Outside Virginia and/or the United States
Per Credit:
$ 595
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Assistantships
Competitive graduate assistantships available for full-time students.
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ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Name:
Justin Haegele
Location:
2009 STUDENT RECREATION CTR, NORFOLK, VA, 23529
Email:
Office:
(757) 683-5338
Graduate Admissions
Location:
1000 Rollins Hall, Norfolk, VA 23529
Phone Office:
757-683-3685
Fax:
757-683-6512
Email:
gradadmit@odu.edu
International Admissions
Location:
2101 Dragas Hall, Norfolk, VA 23529
Phone Office:
757-683-3701
Fax:
757-683-3651
Email:
intladm@odu.edu
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