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Courses - Fall 2024
KNES
Kinesiology Department Site
Open Seats as of
05/13/2024 at 09:30 PM
KNES498M
Special Topics in Kinesiology; Social Justice in Kinesiology
Credits: 3
Grad Meth: Reg, P-F, Aud
Prerequisites: KNES285 with a grade of C- or better and KNES287 with a grade of C- or better

Restriction: Must have earned a minimum of 75 credits; and must be in a major within SPHL-Kinesiology department

Using a social justice centered approach, students will broadly examine cases of injustice and inequity to consider the residual impacts of history and intersecting systems of oppression, while at the micro level of individuals, families, and communities, seek to actively engage in collaborative trust-building, participatory-action research, and selfless contributions to humanity.Students will engage with recent kinesiological scholarship and seek to apply knowledge within active learning scenarios to cultivate critical thinking, interpersonal communication,and collaborative problem-solving skills to address 21st century challenges, and contribute to a healthier, more equitable and sustainable future for all.