KIN 241 01: Introduction to Coaching

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KIN 241 - Introduction to Coaching

2023 Fall Syllabus, Section 01, CRN 2625

Course Information

You are responsible for knowing this material, so please read carefully. Any changes will be announced in a Blackboard Announcement. You will be responsible for any changes. Your continued enrollment in this course is your implicit agreement to abide by the requirements of this class.

This syllabus describes the requirements and procedures for KIN 241 Introduction to Coaching. You are responsible for knowing this material, so please read carefully. Any changes will be announced via Blackboard Announcements which will be sent to you UND email or be viewed in announcements section of Blackboard. You will be responsible for any changes. Your continued enrollment in this course is your implicit agreement to abide by the requirements of this class. 

Times and Location

R 11am-12:15pm in UND Hyslop Sports Ctr, Rm 172

The course will be delivered in a hybrid manner meaning you CAN take the class completely online. However, the class will meet T&H at 11:00am in Hyslop Rm. 172 to provide you the opportunity to go over the lecture material and ask any questions you may have in person. The class will NOT be meeting over Zoom. 

Instructor Information

Martin Short, Dr.

Email: martin.short@und.edu

Office: Hyslop 226

2023 Fall Office Hours:
Office Hours: By appointment

Office Phone: 701-777-2992

Typically, the best way to contact me is by email at: martin.short@und.edu. I usually reply to emails within 2 business days. For questions regarding scheduling exams, exam requests, or information on proctoring in the course, contact the Online and Distance Education Office at: UND.Courses@und.edu.

About the Professor

For more about me, please visit my directory page. 

Course Description

An introduction and overview of relevant philosophy, sport psychology, sport pedagogy, sport physiology, sport medicine and sport management issues confronting coaches. Coaching is presented with emphasis on effective instructional techniques and coaching principles based upon scientific knowledge.

KIN 241 is designed to give you an introduction and overview of relevant philosophy, sport psychology, pedagogy, physiology, medicine and management issues confronting coaches. Coaching is presented with emphasis on effective instructional techniques and coaching principles based upon scientific knowledge.  

After successfully completing this course, you should be able to: 

  • Demonstrate knowledge of the basic principles of athletic administration and organization 

  • Apply basic coaching principles and plans as well as group and time management strategies to teach sport skills 

  • Demonstrate an understanding of the training requirements for various sports and different populations 

Objectives

 

Upon completion of this course, you will have achieved the following American Kinesiology Association (AKA) Learning Outcomes: 

AKA Learning Outcomes being assessed through this course

Course 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
KIN/PHE   A A A A A   A   E

Note: A=addresses this competency; E-emphasizes this competency

AKA Learning Outcomes 

A Kinesiology and Public Health Education (KPHE) graduate will be able to: 

  1. Describe the relationship between physical activity participation and health, wellness, and quality of life, including a detailed explanation of current physical activity guidelines and recommendations 
  2. Critically evaluate research related to physical activity and its impact on health and chronic disease 
  3. Design and evaluate physical activity programs that promote health and improve quality of life 
  4. Explain how the scientific process informs our understanding of physical activity 
  5. Describe the underlying scientific foundations of physical activity 
  6. Critically evaluate information about physical activity from scientific basis 
  7. Describe the sociocultural and historical factors that influence physical activity 
  8. Demonstrate an appreciation of cultural diversity and make ethical decisions 
  9. Critically evaluate scholarly work related to cultural, historical and philosophical dimensions of physical activity 
  10. Demonstrate an appreciation and commitment to physical activity practice

Course Materials

Martens, Rainer. (2012) Successful Coaching (4th Ed.), ISBN #: 9781450400510 (Recommended) 

Other readings will be provided an assigned as necessary 

Technical Requirements/Assistance

You will use Microsoft Word to complete assignments or submit materials as a PDF or PowerPoint presentation as required. Students are expected to use their official UND email in the course. Visit the Office 365 Email webpage for information on your UND email and how to download/install a free version of Microsoft Office. For technical assistance, please contact UND Technical Support at 701.777.2222. Visit the University Information Technologies (UIT) website for their hours, help documents and other resources. View the basic technical requirements  for every online course.  

Minimum Technical Skills Needed

To succeed in this course, at a minimum, you should be able to: 

  • Navigate in and use basic Blackboard functions 

  • Download and open electronic documents 

  • Create, save, and upload/attach electronic documents 

  • Send, receive, and manage email 

Course Logistics

Access and Log in Information

This course was developed and will be facilitated utilizing Blackboard. To get started with the course, please go to: http://blackboard.UND.edu and log in with your NDUS.Identifier, Username and Password. If you do not know your NDUS Identifier or have forgotten your password, please visit Your NDUS Account page on the UIT website.

Course Overview

This course contains four Units comprised of 13 total lessons designed to focus your study of coaching and to assist you in achieving the course learning objectives/outcomes. You will work through a combination of required readings and videos and be tasked with assignments and/or quizzes for each lesson.   

Lesson Topics: 

Unit I: Principles of Coaching

Lesson 1 Developing Your Coaching Philosophy   

Lesson 2 Determining Your Coaching Objectives 

Lesson 3 Selecting Your Coaching Style 

Lesson 4 Coaching for Character 

Lesson 5 Communicating with Your Athletes 

Unit II: Principles of Behavior  

Lesson 6 Coaching Diverse Athletes 

Lesson 7 Motivating Your Athletes 

Lesson 8 Managing Your Athletes’ Behavior 

Unit III: Principles of Teaching 

Lesson 9 The Games Approach 

Lesson 10 Teaching Technical Skills 

Lesson 11 Teaching Tactical Skills 

Lesson 12 Planning for Teaching 

Unit IV: Principles of Training 

Lesson 13 Training Basics 

Each lesson contains the following structural elements 

  • Lesson Learning Outcomes/Objectives and To-Do List  

  • Required Reading 

  • Video and Supporting Material 

  • Assessment  

On the left side course menu in Blackboard there is a “Lessons” tab. Inside “Lessons” you will find all the required readings, videos, and assignments/activities for the week. An overview of each week can be found in Blackboard under the Schedule tab. 

Resources 

Many services are available to online students such as writing assistance from the UND Writing Center, free online tutoring from Smarthinking, and more. Visit the Student Resources page for more information. Students also have access to the UND Student Resource Site via Blackboard. It is recommended that you become familiar with the tools and tutorials within the site to better equip you in navigating the course. 

 

Course Requirements/Expectations

  1. The student will review the syllabus and course schedule posted in Blackboard.
  2. The student will access and follow all course instructions found in the weekly area of the Blackboard course.
  3. The student will view all online lectures provided in the individual weekly folders.
  4. The student will complete and submit assignments, exams, quizzes, etc. by the date noted in Blackboard and on the course schedule.  We will use Central Time for due dates and times.
  5. The student will participate fully and in a timely manner to get the benefit of learning from instructor and/or peers.

Communication

Announcements 

Announcements will be posted in Blackboard on a regular basis. Be sure to check the class announcements regularly as they will contain important information about class assignments and other class matters. 

Email 

You are encouraged to ask any questions you have about the course over email. Check the Faculty tab in Blackboard or the syllabus for my contact information. I will do my best to respond back to you within 48 hours during the week or weekend. 

Netiquette 

When participating in (an online) class it is important to interact with your peers in an appropriate manner. Always use professional language (no netspeak) in your postings and emails. Please be respectful of your classmates even if you disagree with their ideas. 

For more information, read the Top 12 Be-Attitudes of Netiquette for Academicians. 

Assessment Summary

This course is made up of a series of assessments which will be graded. You will work on a combination of reflections/assignments, quizzes, midterm exam, final exam, and final project.   

Assessments 

In this course your learning will be assessed in the following ways: Reflections, quizzes, midterm exam, coaching project, and final exam. 

Introduce Yourself Assignment (Bonus) 

Introduce yourself in the Week 1: Introduce Yourself. Include your name, something about yourself, and a photo. The Introduce Yourself Assignment is due by the end of the first week and worth 5 bonus points. 

Reflections (20%) 

There will be several assignments/reflections in the course regarding your thoughts and evidence on relevant coaching issues/scenarios and what you still have questions about. Each of these reflection assignments should be submitted in the appropriate Blackboard assignment link. 

Quizzes (15%) 

The course includes several Blackboard quizzes that will make up 15% of your final grade. Quizzes include: 

  • 13 Lesson Quizzes due Friday of each week, by midnight 

Exams (40%) 

The midterm exam will cover the first two Units (Lessons 1-8). 

The final exam will cover the second two Units (Lessons 9-15). 

To prepare for the exams make sure to have read all the assigned readings, viewed the lectures, and reviewed the provided study guide. 

Final Project (25%) 

The final project will be to design a Season Coaching Plan using all the information you have learned from the course. This project will be a loosely defined “paper” that covers the necessary elements outlined in the assignment. 

Breakdown of Weighted Totals

Reflections - 20%

Quizzes - 15%

2 Exams - 40% (20% each)

Final Project - 25%

Grading Scale

A  90% to 100%

B  80% to 89%

C  70% to 79%

D  60% to 69%

F  50% to 59%

Schedule of Topics and Assignments

Day: Date: Reading(s): Due:

Course Evaluation

Around the middle of the semester, we will complete a formative assessment to see how the course is going. Near the end of the semester, you will be asked to complete an online course evaluation form (SELFI). Your feedback on the course is extremely valuable to me. I read my students’ comments carefully and use them to improve the course the next time I teach it. 

  • When the time comes, please let me know which aspects of the course helped you learn—and which aspects might be modified to help future students learn more effectively. 

  • Please note that the course evaluations are anonymous and that I won’t see the results until after the grades for the course are submitted, allowing you to provide honest and constructive feedback.  

  • And if you have feedback to offer before the end of the semester, please let me know. 

Course Policies

Course Policies 

Assignment Policy 

Due dates for each assignment or activity will be posted in Blackboard. 

Late Work 

Late assignments will be accepted for 3 days after the due date but will receive a 1-full letter grade reduction in points per day unless prior arrangements have been made. Ex. An assignment due on September 11th worth 100 points could be turned in as late as September 14th, with a maximum, number of points now possible of 70. (The grade possible has dropped from an A to a C.) 

Instructor Responsibilities and Feedback 

  • The instructor will provide feedback on all assignments and group activities by Wednesday of the following week. 

  • The instructor will be available by appointment to answer questions, provide feedback, and offer advice. 

Class Participation 

Students are required to login regularly to the online class site. Students are also required to participate in all class activities. 

Incompletes 

It is expected that students will complete all requirements for a course during the time frame of the course. For reasons beyond a student’s control, and upon request by the student or on behalf of the student, an incomplete grade may be assigned by the instructor when there is reasonable certainty the student will successfully complete the course without retaking it. The mark “I,” Incomplete, will be assigned only to the student who has been in attendance and has done satisfactory work up to a time within four weeks of the close of the semester, including the examination period, and whose work is incomplete for reasons satisfactory to his or her instructor. More information regarding UND’s Incomplete policy can be found on The Grading System webpage. 

University of North Dakota Policies & Resources

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is a serious matter, and any deviations from appropriate behavior will be dealt with strongly. At the discretion of the professor, situations of concern may be dealt with as a scholastic matter or a disciplinary matter.

As a scholastic matter, the professor has the discretion to determine appropriate penalties for the student’s workload or grade, but the situation may be resolved without involving many individuals. An alternative is to treat the situation as a disciplinary matter, which can result in suspension from the University, or have lesser penalties. Be aware that I view this as a very serious matter and will have little tolerance and/or sympathy for questionable practices. A student who attempts to obtain credit for work that is not their own (whether that be on a paper, quiz, homework assignment, exam, etc.) will likely receive a failing grade for that item of work, and at the professor’s discretion, may also receive a failing grade in the course. For more information read the Code of Student Life.

Access and Opportunity, Disability Support, & Medical Services

The University of North Dakota is committed to providing equal access to students with documented disabilities. To ensure access to this class and your program, please contact Disability Services for Students (DSS) to engage in a confidential discussion about accommodations for the classroom and clinical settings. Accommodations are not provided retroactively. Students are encouraged to register with DSS at the start of their program. More information can be obtained by email UND.dss@UND.edu or by phone at 701.777.2664.

COVID-19

UND is committed to maintaining a safe learning environment while providing quality learning experiences for our students. COVID-19’s continued presence within our UND community may necessitate changes in classroom management as the academic year progresses. As such, UND asks students and instructors to be flexible when necessary to promote a safe environment for learning. Please do not attend an in-person class or lab if you are feeling ill, particularly if you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, or if you have been directed by health professionals to quarantine or isolate. If you are not able to attend class or lab, please notify your instructor as soon as possible and discuss options for making up any missed work in order to ensure your ability to succeed in the course. If you will have an extended absence due to serious illness or other uncontrollable circumstances, you may request an absence notification through the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities. Similarly, if your instructor is ill they may need to cancel class or temporarily move your course to online delivery to ensure that you are able to complete the course successfully.  Instructors may require students to wear masks in the classroom or in the laboratory as a preventative measure designed to facilitate uninterrupted classroom engagement and to facilitate health and safety in the classroom.   If your instructor does require masks in class or in a laboratory, you are expected to comply with that request.

UND also strongly encourages all members of the University community, including students, to get vaccinated, seek out testing when needed, and model positive behavior both on- and off-campus to foster a healthy and safe learning environment for all students. Individuals who would like to discuss disability accommodations regarding masks should contact the Disability Services for Students (DSS) office at 701.777.2664 or UND.dss@UND.edu. Individuals who are unable to wear a mask due to a sincerely held religious belief should contact the UND Equal Opportunity and Title IX Office at 701.777.4171 or UND.EO.TitleIX@UND.edu.

Religious Accommodations

UND offers religious accommodations, which are reasonable changes in the academic environment that enable a student to practice or observe a sincerely held religious belief without undue hardship on the University. Examples include time for prayer or the ability to attend religious events or observe a religious holiday. To request an accommodation, complete the student religious accommodation request form. If you have any questions, you may contact the Equal Opportunity & Title IX Office.

Pregnancy Accommodations

Students who need assistance with academic adjustments related to pregnancy or childbirth may contact the Equal Opportunity & Title IX Office or Academic Affairs to learn about your options. Additional information and services may be found at Pregnancy Resources.

Notice of Nondiscrimination

It is the policy of the University of North Dakota that no person shall be discriminated against because of race, religion, age, color, gender, disability, national origin, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, veteran’s status, or political belief or affiliation and the equal opportunity and access to facilities shall be available to all. Concerns regarding Title IX, Title VI, Title VII, ADA, and Section 504 may be addressed to Donna Smith, Assistant Vice President for Equal Opportunity & Title IX and Title IX/ADA Coordinator, 102 Twamley Hall, 701.777.4171, UND.EO.TitleIX@UND.edu or the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Dept. of Education, 230 S. Dearborn St., 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604 or any other federal agency.

Reporting of Discrimination, Harassment, or Sexual Misconduct

If you or a friend has experienced sexual misconduct, such as sexual harassment, sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, or stalking, please contact the Equal Opportunity & Title IX Office or UND’s Title IX Coordinator, Donna Smith, for assistance: 701.777.4171; donna.smith@UND.edu; or visit the Title IX webpage. You may also contact the Equal Opportunity & Title IX office if you or a friend has experienced discrimination or harassment based on a protected class, such as race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, pregnancy, marital or parental status, veteran's status, or political belief or affiliation.

Faculty Reporting Obligations Regarding Discrimination, Harassment, or Sexual Misconduct

It is important for students to understand that faculty are required to share with UND’s Title IX Coordinator any incidents of sexual misconduct or of discrimination or harassment based on a protected class that they become aware of, even if those incidents occurred in the past or are disclosed as part of a class assignment. This does not mean an investigation will occur if the student does not want that, but it does allow UND to provide resources to help the student continue to be successful at UND. If you have been impacted by discrimination, harassment, or sexual misconduct, you can find information about confidential support services on the Equal Opportunity & Title IX webpage..

UND Cares Program

How to Seek Help When in Distress

We know that while college is a wonderful time for most students, however, some students may struggle or have issues that arise. You may experience students in distress on campus, in your classroom, in your home, and within residence halls. Distressed students may initially seek assistance from faculty, staff members, their parents, and other students. In addition to the support we can provide to each other, there are also professional support services available to students through the Dean of Students and University Counseling Center. Both staffs are available to consult with you about getting help or providing a friend with the help that he or she may need. For more additional information, please visit the UND Cares Program Webpage.

How to Recognize When a Student is in Distress

The term “distressed” can mean any of the following:

  • Student has significant changes in eating, sleeping, grooming, spending, or other daily activities.
  • Student has cut off or minimized contact with family or friends.
  • Student has significant changes in performance or involvement in academics, sports, extracurricular, or social activities.
  • Student describes problems (missing class, not remembering, destructive behavior) that result from experiences with drinking or drugs.
  • Student is acting withdrawn, volatile, tearful, etc.
  • Student is acting out of character or different than usual.
  • Student is talking explicitly about hopelessness or suicide.
  • Student has difficulty concentrating or difficulty carrying on a normal conversation.
  • Student has excessive dependence on others for company or support.
  • Student reports feeling out of control of one’s emotions, thoughts, or behaviors.

Land Acknowledgement Statement

Today, the University of North Dakota rests on the ancestral lands of the Pembina and Red Lake Bands of Ojibwe and the Dakota Oyate - presently existing as composite parts of the Red Lake, Turtle Mountain, White Earth Bands, and the Dakota Tribes of Minnesota and North Dakota. We acknowledge the people who resided here for generations and recognize that the spirit of the Ojibwe and Oyate people permeate this land. As a university community, we will continue to build upon our relations with the First Nations of the State of North Dakota - the Mandan, Hidatsa, and Arikara Nation, Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate Nation, Spirit Lake Nation, Standing Rock Sioux Tribe, and Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians.

Additional Resources

It is my goal to foster an environment of mutual respect in which everyone feels comfortable voicing their opinions, sharing their stories, and learning about potentially heavy or personally relevant material. If, at any point, you feel like the information covered in this class elicits thoughts, feelings, or concerns that you would like to discuss further, don’t hesitate to reach out to me, or the UND Counseling Center (701-777-2127).

Further, if you experience extenuating circumstances, sexual violence, identity-based harm, or any other personal crisis during the semester, don’t hesitate to reach out to me so we can provide academic assistance and help you in this course, and put you in contact with the appropriate resources and services (if needed).