Graduate Education in the School of Human Movement, Sport and Leisure Studies

THE GRADUATE PROGRAM

Welcome to the Web pages of the Graduate Program in HMSLS. The following pages have been developed to provide information for both prospective and current graduate students.

Prospective Graduate Students

Current Graduate Students

Prospective Graduate Students

Introduction to the Graduate Program of the School of Human Movement, Sport and Leisure Studies

Video Introductions

•  A Message from School of HMSLS Director - Dr. Bonnie Berger

 • A Message from School of HMSLS Graduate Program Coordinator - Dr. Geoffrey Meek

The Master of Education (M.Ed.) Degree

Mission Statement

The School of Human Movement, Sport, and Leisure Studies (HMSLS) shares the University vision to be the premier learning community in Ohio and one of the best in the nation. In concert with the College of Education and Human Development, we are dedicated to fostering a dynamic community of lifelong learners and leaders. The School is committed to the creation, enhancement, and dissemination of knowledge in the fields of kinesiology, sport, leisure and tourism studies. As agents of change, we strive to fulfill this commitment through exemplary scholarship, creative endeavors, teaching, and service. In this pursuit, we encourage academic excellence, the integration of academic disciplines, and the quest for social justice based on knowledge and appreciation of human diversity.

Purpose of Graduate Education

The HMSLS Master’s Program is predicated on the belief that graduate study involves mastering levels of complexity and generalization that extend the knowledge and intellectual maturity of accomplished baccalaureate degree holders. Moreover, graduate study occurs in the company of students interested in and capable of analyzing, exploring, questioning, reconsidering, and synthesizing old and new knowledge and skills and therefore, graduate education is much more than the passing of a particular number of courses and the fulfillment of certain minimum requirements. Students should consider themselves co-workers with other students, scholars, and professors in cooperative intellectual endeavors.

The Graduate Program in HMSL

The graduate program has three specializations – Developmental Kinesiology, Leisure and Tourism, and Sport Administration. All three require slightly different combinations of core and specialization requirements, and additional courses in order to graduate. In addition students have to decide whether they wish their culminating experience to be Plan I - Master’s Thesis; or Plan II - Master’s Project. The decision about which Plan you decide is made in conjunction with your advisor and normally is decided after 15 credit hours of study.

HMSL Core Credit Requirements

All graduate students in the School of HMSLS are required to take HMSL core courses in:

HMSL - 653, Research Methods in HMSL (3).

Either HMSL 651 - Interpretation of Quantitative Research in HMSL (2)

or HMSL 654 - Interpretation of Qualitative Research in HMSL (2)

All students are also required to declare for one of two culminating plans either

Plan I: HMSL 699 Master’s Thesis in HMSL

Plan II: HMSL 691 Master’s Project in HMSL

HMSL Variable Credit Courses as Additional courses

In addition to the HMSL core courses the HMSL Graduate Program offers independent study courses known as Variable Credit and Variable Title courses. These are most commonly developed with your advisor on a specific topic of interest. Students can register for up to a maximum of 3 credit hours of variable credits per semester if less than 30 credit hours have been completed towards the degree. The following variable credit classes are available:

HMSL 682 - Topics in HMSLS (1-3)
HMSL 684 - Directed Readings in HMSLS (1-2)
HMSL 686 - Independent Study in HMSLS (1-2)
HMSL 688 - Internship, Field Placement, or Practicum in HMSLS (1-3)
HMSL 690 - Directed Research in HMSL
HMSL 692 - Research Group in HMSLS (1-3)
HMSL 696 - Supervised Practicum in HMSLS (1-3)

Developmental Kinesiology (DK)

Developmental Kinesiology Introduction Video

The master’s program is named Developmental Kinesiology to emphasize a lifespan perspective of the study of human movement. The core of courses in Developmental Kinesiology is flexible in order to accommodate a variety of interests and needs. Students may also take advantage of the program’s flexibility to create a more eclectic program that samples systematically from the rich variety of courses available for graduate study. All students in Developmental Kinesiology complete either a project or a thesis. The courses in the program are planned on a two year rotation for two years of study; however it is possible to graduate within three semesters of study. Within Developmental Kinesiology, emphases based on graduate faculty’s research interests include biomechanics, exercise physiology, exercise psychology, motor development, motor learning/control, physical education teacher education, and sport psychology.This specialization is planned for two years of study. The minimum credit hours for graduation vary between Plan I and Plan II. For Plan I - Thesis Research option is 32 hours. For Plan II - Master’s Project the minimum is 33 credit hours.

Specialization Credit Requirements

An emphasis in a particular cognate (e.g.- physical education, exercise science, motor performance, and sport psychology) is developed with an assigned academic advisor. For the DK specialization students are required to take HMSL 650 Seminar in Developmental Kinesiology (2) and select from a flexible DK core depending on one's interests and needs (12 credits). Selection is from 7 courses:

HMSL 606 - Teaching Movement Across the Lifespan (3)

HMSL 612 - Motor Learning and Control (3)

HMSL 613 - Motor Development (3)

HMSL 617 - Biomechanics (3)

HMSL 618 - Physiology of Exercise (3)

HMSL 635 - Sport and Society (3)

Either HMSL 636 - Social Psychology of Sport (3)

or HMSL 639 - Exercise Psychology: Research and Practice (3)

Additional Credits

These are also selected from a variety of Developmental Kinesiology courses (10-11 credit hours).

HMSL 608 - Analysis of Teaching in Physical Education (3)
HMSL 609 - Contemporary Philosophy in Physical Education (3
HMSL 610 - Curriculum Theory and Design in Physical Education (3)
HMSL 611 - Measurement and Evaluation in Kinesiology (3)
HMSL 614 - Programming in Physical Education for Special Populations (3)
HMSL 615 - Electrocardiography in Health and Exercise (1)
HMSL 616 - Laboratory Techniques in Exercise Physiology (3)
HMSL 619 - Sport Conditioning (2)
HMSL 638 - Applied Sport Psychology

Additional university courses may be selected in consultation with the advisor. A minimum of 24 hours must have the HMSL prefix. Only 11 variable credit hours can count toward the degree.

Faculty with Expertise in Developmental Kinesiology

The enclosed Areas of Interest includes educational credentials as well as listings of faculty members’ expertise and research interests. If you are interested in finding further information about a faculty member’s research please feel free to contact them via e-mail.

Pamela Bechtel, B.S., M.S., Bowling Green State University; Ph.D., The Ohio State University

pbechte@bgnet.bgsu.edu (419) 372-6907

· Secondary Physical Education

· Changing teacher beliefs in physical education

· Influence of technology on physical education programs and teachers

· Curriculum development

Bonnie Berger, B.S., Wittenberg University; M.A., Ed.D., Columbia University

bberger@bgnet.bgsu.edu (419) 372-2334

· Exercise psychology, with an emphasis on the psychological changes (especially mood alteration) associated with physical activity

· Exercise, quality of life, and subjective well-being throughout the lifespan

· The meaning of physical activity

Brian Campbell, B.S., M.S., Ph.D., University of Toledo

campbeb@bgnet.bgsu.edu (419) 372-7228

· Biomechanics

· Quantification of biomechanical trunk and extremity movement patterns

Lynn Darby, B.S., M.A., Ph.D., The Ohio State University

ldarby@bgnet.bgsu.edu (419) 372-6903

· Exercise physiology

· Energy cost of activities; specificity of exercise

· Performance measures for obese and other clients

Todd Keylock, B.A., Wheaton College; M.S., Benedictine University; Ph.D., University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

tkeylock@bgnet.bgsu.edu (419) 372-6912

· Exercise physiology

· Exercise immunology

Physical activity and aging

Vikki Krane, B.A., Denison University; M.S., University of Arizona; Ph.D., University of North Carolina at Greensboro

vkrane@bgnet.bgsu.edu (419) 372-7233

· Anxiety and athletic performance

· Feminist sport psychology

Stephen Langendorfer, B.S. Ed., S.U.N.Y.-Cortland; M.S., Purdue University; Ph.D., University of Wisconsin-Madison

slangen@bgnet.bgsu.edu (419) 372-0221

· Lifespan motor development--developmental sequences, constraints, and dynamic systems

· Developmental aquatics, aquatic instruction, and drowning prevention

Geoffrey Meek, B.Ed., University of Exeter, England; M.S., University of Alberta, Canada; Ph.D., University of Leeds, England

gmeek@bgnet.bgsu.edu (419) 372-2878

· Adapted physical activity

· Physical educators’ values and concerns

Qualitative practicum experiences in Adapted Physical Activity settings

Amy Morgan, B.A., Western Maryland College; M.S, University of Massachusetts at Amherst; Ph.D., Kent State University

amorgan@bgnet.bgsu.edu (419) 372-0596

· Exercise physiology

· Functional status and aging

· Impact of exercise on function, including metabolic markers of bone metabolism

Becky Pissanos,, B.S., Troy State University; M.S., Auburn University; Ed.D., University of North Carolina at Greensboro

bpissan@bgnet.bgsu.edu (419) 372-7372

· Teacher Education

· Continued professional learning/professional development

· The teaching-learning process in elementary school physical education

· Constructivist education

Nancy Spencer, B.A., Trinity University; M.A., Kent State University; Ph.D., University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

nspencr@bgnet.bgsu.edu (419) 372-6927

· Celebrity narratives in professional women’s tennis

· Socio-cultural aspects of sport

· Sociology of sport

David Tobar, B.S., California State University-San Bernardino; M.S., Ph.D., University of Wisconsin-Madison

dtobar@bgnet.bgsu.edu (419) 372-6914

· Psychological changes associated with physical activity with an emphasis on overtraining

· The role of personality in sport and exercise

Adrian Turner, B. Ed., University of Exeter, England; M.S., Ph.D., University of North Carolina at Greensboro

adriant@bgnet.bgsu.edu (419) 372-0229

· Models of sports instruction

· Decision-making in games

Leisure and Tourism Studies

Leisure and Tourism Studies Introduction Video

The Leisure and Tourism Studies specialization embraces an interdisciplinary approach infused with its own body of knowledge and professional core. Psychosocial underpinnings, along with the skills of leadership and administrative facilitation, result in the study of Leisure and Tourism in a variety of contexts. The professional core courses, along with the research methods and interpretation of research courses, provide the necessary skills to read, interpret, critique, and conduct creative and scholarly activities for either a thesis or a project. Students work with an advisor in developing a specified course sequence relevant to their needs and interests beyond the required professional core and within a two-year cycle of course offerings. Faculty interests in Leisure and Tourism Studies include environmental issues, outdoor recreation, public and community recreation administration, and tourism studies.

This specialization can be completed within a calendar year or three semesters, one of which is generally expected to include the summer semester. A minimum of 24 hours must have the HMSL prefix. The minimum credit hours for completing the Leisure & Tourism Specialization is: Plan I: 30 credit hours; Plan II: 33 credit hours.

Specialization Credit Requirements

Leisure and Tourism Studies specialization credit requirements are for a student to select 6 of 8 courses (17-18 credit hours) from the following:

HMSL 620 - Therapeutic Recreation Systems (2)

HMSL 621 - Admin. Management in Rec. & Leisure Services (3)

HMSL 622 - Foundations of Recreation & Leisure Experience (3)
HMSL 624 - Pro. of Design & Strat. Of Rec. & Leis. Ser. (3)

HMSL 628 - Planning Leisure Lifestyles (3)
HMSL 655 - Foundations of Travel and Tourism (3)
HMSL 656 - Strategic Planning for Travel and Tourism (3)
HMSL 657 - Policy Development for Travel and Tourism Agencies (3)

Electives: 4-8 hours.

Leisure & Tourism has flexible emphases beyond the required L&T core. See Advisor for elective courses.

Faculty with Expertise in Leisure and Tourism

Bob Lee, B.A., Henan University, China; M.S., Clemson University; Ph.D., Penn State University

bdlee@bgnet.bgsu.edu (419) 372-2396

· Leisure and health

· Travel and older aduls

· Community even planning

Julie Lengfelder, B.S., University of Illinois; M.S., Ph.D., Southern Illinois University

jlengfe@bgnet.bgsu.edu (419) 372-6901

· Leisure and wellness

· Leisure and hedonics

Philip Xie, B.E., East China Normal University, Shanghai, China; M.A., Ph.D., University of Waterloo, Canada

pxie@bgnet.bgsu.edu (419) 372-6917

· Tourism planning

· Tourism impact assessment

· Forecasting models for special events

· Recreation leadership and program design

Sport Administration

 Sport Administration Introduction Video

The master’s program in HMSLS is named Sport Administration. It addresses the planning, organizational, leadership, and evaluative aspects of management within the sport enterprises by holding the institution of sport to a high level of inquiry and serious scientific scrutiny. Students work with their advisors to complete a series of courses in the sport administration program and in a variety of other disciplines related to the academic interests of the graduate faculty and this includes: business administration, marketing, mass communication, higher education administration, interpersonal communication, psychosocial foundations of sport. All students in sport administration complete either a thesis or a project. The program can be planned over three semester or two continuous years of study and adheres to the curriculum standards established by the National Association for Sport and Physical Education/North American Society for Sport Management.

The Sport Administration specialization plans courses on a one calendar year cycle or three semesters including summer. Only 11 variable credit hours can count toward the degree. A minimum of 24 hours must have the HMSL prefix. The minimum credit hours for completing the Sport Administration specialization is: Plan I: 30 credit hours; Plan II: 33 credit hours.

Specialization Credit Requirements

Sport Administration Core includes four courses (12 credit hours) that must be completed.

HMSL 629 The Law & HMSLS Services (3)
HMSL 630 Admin. of Interscholastic Ath. (3)
HMSL 631 Athletic. & Rec. Fac. Plan. & Management (3)
HMSL 634 Issues in HMSL (3)

In addition to the core courses the specialization has two required Sport Administration options with a choice in each.

Financial/Promotional Aspects:

Select one of the following - 3 credit hours

Either HMSLS 632 Budg. & Plan. for Sport and/or Leis. Enter. (3)
or HMSLS 633 Mark. Strat. in Sport & Leis. Serv. (3)

Behavioral Aspects:

Select one of the following - 3 hours

Either HMSLS 635 Sport and Society (3)
or HMSLS 636 Psych. Aspects of Phys. Act. (3)

Electives: 3-6 hours. See Advisor for recommended choices.

Faculty with Expertise in Sport Administration

Jacquelyn Cuneen, B.A., Ohio Northern University; M.S. Ed., S.U.N.Y.-Cortland; Ed.D., West Virginia University

jcuneen@bgnet.bgsu.edu (419) 372-7231

· Sport and event marketing

· Professional preparation in sport management

· Sport and gender

Ray Schneider, B.S., M.S., Central Michigan University; Ph.D., Florida State University

rayschn@bgnet.bgsu.edu (419) 372-0215

· Sport administration

· Amateurism as defined by the NCAA

· Sport facilities (e.g., usage, design, promotion, etc.)

· Sport memorabilia

Nancy Spencer, B.A., Trinity University; M.A., Kent State University; Ph.D., University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

nspencr@bgnet.bgsu.edu (419) 372-6927

· Celebrity narratives in professional women’s tennis

· Socio-cultural aspects of sport

· Sociology of sport

Erianne Weight, B.S., M.B.A., University of Utah; Ph.D., Indiana University

eweight@bgnet.bgsu.edu (419) 372-2879

· The role of an entrepreneurial coach in non-revenue sport financing in collegiate athletics

Other and Web-based Courses

Students who are successful in being offered a Graduate Assistantship must enroll in HMSLS 652, Teaching HMSLS at the College Level (1). All on-campus graduate assistants and those on external cooperative agreement contracts must enroll in GRS 600, Workshop in Higher Education and attend the Fall Graduate Student Professional Development Seminars. These two credit hours do not count towards degree completion.

In addition to regular semester classes the graduate program offers a number of courses on-line through the BG