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Article: In view of the increased attention on lifespan education, should physical education, kinesiology, or exercise science majors be required to take a course on the aging process and its effect on motor performance?
- Article from:
- JOPERD--The Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance
- Article date:
- February 1, 1999
- Author:
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I think the critical question here is: Should physical education teachers be required to take such a class? We all know that individuals can get teacher certification with or without majoring in physical education, kinesiology, or exercise science. Personally, I believe that you have to look at the people that these individuals are going to be instructing or working with. If a student is going to be a teacher in the schools, then I do not think a class in this specific area is necessary. The background knowledge they need is the fact that exercise, physical activity, and physical fitness help decrease the aging process and help to prevent many of the diseases that develop ...