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Southern Utah University
Southern Utah University
Fall Semester 2025

Physical Education Practicum (Face-to-Face)

PE 4860-01

Course: PE 4860-01
Credits: 3
Term: Fall Semester 2025
Department: PEHP
CRN: 31563

Course Description

This course is designed to give prospective teachers and coaches experience in serving as student assistant coaches or other available opportunities. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Pass/Fail] Prerequisite(s): Instructor permission Registration Restriction(s): None

Required Texts

There are no required texts due to the nature of this course. Any required readings will be practicum site specific.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:
  1. Create individualized, measurable learning objectives and development plans that align with their professional/career goals and expectations of the practicum site.
  2. Apply theoretical knowledge and/or practical skills acquired from Physical Education related academic coursework to real-world situations in a supervised professional setting.
  3. Demonstrate professional responsibility and effective time management, as well as career readiness competency.
  4. Evaluate their own performance, professional growth, and skill development through self-reflection.

Course Requirements

Master Internship Agreement (MIA) & Internship Learning Agreement (ILA)

As outlined in SUU Policy 6.3, you must have an MIA and ILA in place prior to the registrar enrolling you in this course. Please consult with the Academic Internship Coordinator for further details as needed, as well as the provided Internship/Practicum Guidelines.  

Hours Log

For each academic credit earned in this internship course, you are required to complete a minimum of 45 on-site work hours (e.g., 3 credits = 135 hours). You will track your hours using the Hours Log, which allows you to record your weekly hours throughout the semester. To receive credit, your completed Hours Log must: 1- Clearly document at least the minimum required hours; 2- Include your signature and the signature of your site supervisor. Refer to the corresponding Canvas assignment page for full instructions and expectations. The completed Hours Log must be submitted by the deadline listed in the Canvas calendar and course summary.

Self-Reflection

As outlined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), self-reflection, or the process by which you assess your strengths, skills and skill gaps is essential to your progress toward career readiness. As such, you will be required to complete a self-evaluation related to your performance, professional growth, and skill development at the end of the semester. Your honest and thoughtful reflection will not only support your personal and professional development but may also serve as a valuable tool for setting future career goals. Please refer to the corresponding Canvas assignment page for full instructions and expectations. The completed self-reflection must be submitted by the deadline listed in the Canvas calendar and course summary.

Supervisor Evaluation 

Your site supervisor is required to complete an evaluation of your performance at the end of the internship. This evaluation provides valuable feedback on your application of theoretical knowledge and/or practical skills acquired from academic coursework to real-world situations, professional conduct, work ethic, and overall contribution to the organization, etc. It is your responsibility to: 1-Ensure your supervisor receives the evaluation form (available on Canvas); 2-Follow up to confirm the evaluation is completed and schedule a meeting with them to review/discuss their evaluation prior to submission. Please refer to the corresponding Canvas assignment page for full instructions and expectations. The completed supervisor evaluation, including their signature verifying that you met and reviewed their feedback, must be submitted by the deadline listed in the Canvas calendar and course summary.

T-Bird Ready(NACE Career Readiness)

The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) has identified eight core career readiness competencies essential for workplace success. As part of this course, you are required to demonstrate proficiency in one of these competencies of your choice through participation in the T-Bird Ready Program. At the beginning of the semester, you will: 1- Review the NACE competencies; 2-Select one that  is most relevant and meaningful to your internship experience; 3- Over the course of the semester, you will work toward completing at least 80% of the associated sub-competencies for each selected area and report it through the T-Bird Ready Program. Refer to the Canvas assignment page for detailed instructions. The completed T-Bird Ready badge must be submitted by the due date listed in the Canvas calendar and course summary.

Grading Scheme

Final grades will be determined as Pass/Fail. In order to receive a passing grade, you must receive a "complete" grade for all of the items listed above by meeting the specifications outlined within the individual Canvas assignment pages by the deadline listed (also see Canvas calendar and course summary). Failure to complete any of these items to the specifications outlined within the individual Canvas assignment pages (e.g., receiving an "incomplete" grade) by the due date(s) will result in a failing grade.

Course Outline

Students will complete required hours at their specific practicum site throughout the semester. 

Instructor's policies on late assignments and/or makeup work

All assignments and on-site work hours must be completed by the scheduled date and time outlined in Canvas, unless PRIOR consent is given by the instructor. Exceptions to this policy will only be made if the student misses:

  1. for school-related activities that are made known to the instructor PRIOR to the due date.
  2. for extreme medical or family emergencies (proper evidence may be requested; e.g., physician note, funeral program) within a week of occurrence.

Due to the nature of this course, I do not offer individual make-up or extra credit assignments. 

Attendance Policy

This course is a variable credit course, consisting primarily of on-site hours worked at a third-party (non SUU) practicum location, thus attendance is required. For additional attendance requirements, attire and professional conduct expectations, consult with your practicum site supervisor.  If you have questions concerning the course requirements, have difficulty accessing course materials online, or need additional clarification regarding course requirements, please contact your Academic Internship Coordinator as soon as possible.

ADA Statement

Students with medical, psychological, learning, or other disabilities desiring academic adjustments, accommodations, or auxiliary aids will need to contact the Disability Resource Center, located in Room 206F of the Sharwan Smith Center or by phone at (435) 865-8042. The Disability Resource Center determines eligibility for and authorizes the provision of services.

If your instructor requires attendance, you may need to seek an ADA accommodation to request an exception to this attendance policy. Please contact the Disability Resource Center to determine what, if any, ADA accommodations are reasonable and appropriate.

Academic Credit

According to the federal definition of a Carnegie credit hour: A credit hour of work is the equivalent of approximately 60 minutes of class time or independent study work. A minimum of 45 hours of work by each student is required for each unit of credit. Credit is earned only when course requirements are met. One (1) credit hour is equivalent to 15 contact hours of lecture, discussion, testing, evaluation, or seminar, as well as 30 hours of student homework. An equivalent amount of work is expected for laboratory work, internships, practica, studio, and other academic work leading to the awarding of credit hours. Credit granted for individual courses, labs, or studio classes ranges from 0.5 to 15 credit hours per semester.

Academic Freedom

SUU is operated for the common good of the greater community it serves. The common good depends upon the free search for truth and its free exposition. Academic Freedom is the right of faculty to study, discuss, investigate, teach, and publish. Academic Freedom is essential to these purposes and applies to both teaching and research.

Academic Freedom in the realm of teaching is fundamental for the protection of the rights of the faculty member and of you, the student, with respect to the free pursuit of learning and discovery. Faculty members possess the right to full freedom in the classroom in discussing their subjects. They may present any controversial material relevant to their courses and their intended learning outcomes, but they shall take care not to introduce into their teaching controversial materials which have no relation to the subject being taught or the intended learning outcomes for the course.

As such, students enrolled in any course at SUU may encounter topics, perspectives, and ideas that are unfamiliar or controversial, with the educational intent of providing a meaningful learning environment that fosters your growth and development. These parameters related to Academic Freedom are included in SUU Policy 6.6.

Academic Misconduct

Scholastic honesty is expected of all students. Dishonesty will not be tolerated and will be prosecuted to the fullest extent (see SUU Policy 6.33). You are expected to have read and understood the current SUU student conduct code (SUU Policy 11.2) regarding student responsibilities and rights, the intellectual property policy (SUU Policy 5.52), information about procedures, and what constitutes acceptable behavior.

Please Note: The use of websites or services that sell essays is a violation of these policies; likewise, the use of websites or services that provide answers to assignments, quizzes, or tests is also a violation of these policies. Regarding the use of Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI), you should check with your individual course instructor.

Emergency Management Statement

In case of an emergency, the University's Emergency Notification System (ENS) will be activated. Students are encouraged to maintain updated contact information using the link on the homepage of the mySUU portal. In addition, students are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the Emergency Response Protocols posted in each classroom. Detailed information about the University's emergency management plan can be found at https://www.suu.edu/emergency.

HEOA Compliance Statement

For a full set of Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA) compliance statements, please visit https://www.suu.edu/heoa. The sharing of copyrighted material through peer-to-peer (P2P) file sharing, except as provided under U.S. copyright law, is prohibited by law; additional information can be found at https://my.suu.edu/help/article/1096/heoa-compliance-plan.

You are also expected to comply with policies regarding intellectual property (SUU Policy 5.52) and copyright (SUU Policy 5.54).

Mandatory Reporting

University policy (SUU Policy 5.60) requires instructors to report disclosures received from students that indicate they have been subjected to sexual misconduct/harassment. The University defines sexual harassment consistent with Federal Regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106, Subpart D) to include quid pro quo, hostile environment harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking. When students communicate this information to an instructor in-person, by email, or within writing assignments, the instructor will report that to the Title IX Coordinator to ensure students receive support from the Title IX Office. A reporting form is available at https://cm.maxient.com/reportingform.php?SouthernUtahUniv

Non-Discrimination Statement

SUU is committed to fostering an inclusive community of lifelong learners and believes our university's encompassing of different views, beliefs, and identities makes us stronger, more innovative, and better prepared for the global society.

SUU does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex (including sex discrimination and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, disability status, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, military status, veteran status, or other bases protected by applicable law in employment, treatment, admission, access to educational programs and activities, or other University benefits or services.

SUU strives to cultivate a campus environment that encourages freedom of expression from diverse viewpoints. We encourage all to dialogue within a spirit of respect, civility, and decency.

For additional information on non-discrimination, please see SUU Policy 5.27 and/or visit https://www.suu.edu/nondiscrimination.

Pregnancy

Students who are or become pregnant during this course may receive reasonable modifications to facilitate continued access and participation in the course. Pregnancy and related conditions are broadly defined to include pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy, lactation, related medical conditions, and recovery. To obtain reasonable modifications, please make a request to title9@suu.edu. To learn more visit: https://www.suu.edu/titleix/pregnancy.html.

Disclaimer Statement

Information contained in this syllabus, other than the grading, late assignments, makeup work, and attendance policies, may be subject to change with advance notice, as deemed appropriate by the instructor.