TY - JOUR
T1 - The progression and characteristics of conceptually based fitness/wellness courses at American universities and colleges
AU - Kulinna, Pamela
AU - Warfield, William W.
AU - Jonaitis, Sean
AU - Dean, Mary
AU - Corbin, Charles
PY - 2009/9/1
Y1 - 2009/9/1
N2 - Objective: To describe the availability, progression, and characteristics of conceptually based Fitness/Wellness (CBFW) courses in American colleges and universities. Participants: Surveys were completed by 161 faculty members about the availability and characteristics of CBFW courses at their particular institutions. Methods: The CBFW course instrument was used to obtain descriptive data on courses, institutions, and availability. Results: Ninety percent of the 161 responding institutions indicated offering a CBFW course, 44% indicated the course was required. This marks a significant increase in CBFW course availability when compared to earlier studies. The availability of CBFW courses has varied according to the type and size of the institution. Conclusions: There has been a meaningful increase in offered and required CBFW courses in American colleges and universities.
AB - Objective: To describe the availability, progression, and characteristics of conceptually based Fitness/Wellness (CBFW) courses in American colleges and universities. Participants: Surveys were completed by 161 faculty members about the availability and characteristics of CBFW courses at their particular institutions. Methods: The CBFW course instrument was used to obtain descriptive data on courses, institutions, and availability. Results: Ninety percent of the 161 responding institutions indicated offering a CBFW course, 44% indicated the course was required. This marks a significant increase in CBFW course availability when compared to earlier studies. The availability of CBFW courses has varied according to the type and size of the institution. Conclusions: There has been a meaningful increase in offered and required CBFW courses in American colleges and universities.
KW - Conceptual physical education
KW - Fitness and wellness instruction
KW - General education requirements
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U2 - 10.1080/07448480903221327
DO - 10.1080/07448480903221327
M3 - Article
C2 - 19892649
AN - SCOPUS:70449368532
SN - 0744-8481
VL - 58
SP - 127
EP - 131
JO - Journal of American College Health
JF - Journal of American College Health
IS - 2
ER -