KPEA-125 - Walking for Fitness - John Wissmath

Course:	Walking for Fitness
Professor:	John Wissmath
Email:	john.wissmath@canyons.edu
Format:	Online
Course Length:	5 Week

Introduction

Focuses on improving cardio-respiratory endurance through a safe and effective beginning walking exercise program.

Course Description

Introduces beginning physical fitness principles applications to develop and encourage positive habits in a personalized walking for fitness program.

What to Expect in this Course

Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Develop the 5 health related components of physical fitness in relation to walking (cardio respiratory endurance, muscle strong, muscle endurance, flexibility, and improved body composition).
Experience the benefits of walking for fitness in helping to reduce stress
Gain knowledge to be able to formulate a quality exercise prescription on their own.

Types of Assessments

All assessments will be posted on Canvas.

Textbook Information

All materials will be posted on Canvas.

Course Format, Policies, and Conduct

This is a fully online course. Some materials can be downloaded for use when Internet is unavailable.
Every time you log on to the Canvas, ALWAYS check the Announcement area first. Then read the module, which will contain chapter readings, PowerPoint slides, videos, discussion boards, chapter quizzes and other assignments.
There are specific due dates for each assignment on Canvas. They can be found as a list by clicking on the syllabus link. You must keep pace with these assignments & stay engaged with the course topic(s).
You are required to login into the on-line course frequently. It is your responsibility to read the module content and complete all assignments and chapter quizzes on time. There are no extensions or make-ups.
We will all progress through the course together, at the same pace. This is not a class in which you can complete all the work for the semester in the first week or make it all up in the last week.
If you are not familiar with Canvas Learning Management System please visit the following link:
distance learning (Links to an external site.)
“Netiquette” and “Civilogue”: The term “netiquette” is a combination of the words internet and etiquette. The term “civilogue” is a combination of the words civil and dialogue. Both terms, as well as the words used to create them, are essential to the class. You may not agree with the views and opinions expressed by your peers, but you don’t have the right to be disrespectful. Personal attacks, profanity, vulgarity and comments that are not productive additions to the conversation will be deleted and you will not receive credit for the assignment.

Other Relevant Course Information

College Policies

Academic Integrity (Plagiarism)

All students are expected to conform to the college policy on academic honesty. As stated in the Student Rights and Responsibilities section of the COC Catalog and in the COC Schedule of Classes, “Cheating, plagiarism, fabrication, and other forms of academic dishonesty, and/or facilitating academic dishonesty” are grounds for disciplinary act. A student engaging in academic misconduct is subject to disciplinary action by the instructor and by College of the Canyons. At a minimum, academic misconduct will result in a grade of zero for the assignment in question.
Plagiarism will result in a zero for the assignment, possible dismissal from the class and disciplinary action from the college. You will not receive credit for any essay missing previous drafts, citations and/or a Works Cited page.

Campus Resources

Office of Disabled Student Programs and Services (DSP&S)

It is the policy of COC to comply with the Americans with Disability Act. Therefore, Disabled Student Programs & Services (DSPS) offers educational support services to students with disabilities who are enrolled in college classes. Students with verifiable disabilities who wish to avail themselves of services provided by DSPS, including reasonable accommodations if eligible should visit the DSPS web page at DSPS Eligibility (Links to an external site.). If you are covered under this act & need reasonable accommodations for this class, please notify me immediately.

Instructional Support (Tutoring) & Learning Skills Center

Management of Stress and Mental Health:

Often the pressure on our students is very strong, involving academic commitments, relationships, outside jobs and family pressure to name a few. The staff and faculty of College of the Canyons are here to see you succeed academically and care about your emotional and physical health. You can learn more about the broad range of confidential student services, including counseling and mental health services available on campus by visiting the Student Health & Wellness Center in the Student Services Building (across from the bookstore) or by clicking on https://www.canyons.edu/studentservices/health/index.php (Links to an external site.) . The phone number is 661-362-3259. At the Canyon Country Campus the Health Center is in 1B adjacent to Administration, Admissions and Records.

Also, the National Suicide Lifeline number is 1-800-273- 8255(TALK). All students at COC are encouraged to enter that phone number in their cells. You can call it when you, or someone you know, is having thoughts of suicide or is in severe distress.

You can also now use the Crisis Text Line: Just text “Courage” to 741741. Someone will get back to you immediately. It’s free, 24/7, and confidential.

Additional Resources

Canvas

This course can be accessed on the first day of class via Canvas at https://coc.instructure.com. Log into Canvas using your CanyonsID single sign-on:

CanyonsID Username is your COC student email address (Ex: username@my.canyons.edu)
CanyonsID Password is your COC student email password

Please visit the Get to Know Your Online Classroom page for help logging into Canvas and for tips on using Canvas and Zoom. Canvas Chat Support is also available 24/7 for any Canvas related issues.

Online Education

Check out the Online Education website for more information on a variety of topics that can help you be a successful online student such as: exam proctoring, learning styles, computer skills, and tips for student success. If this is your first online course, feel free to take our online learning readiness assessment to assess your skills.

The Learning Center (TLC)

The TLC provides FREE online tutoring resources to COC students!

Academic Accommodation Center (AAC)

College of the Canyons AAC provides educational services and access for eligible students with documented disabilities who intend to pursue coursework at COC. A variety of programs and services are available which afford eligible students with disabilities the opportunity to participate fully in all aspects of the college programs and activities through appropriate and reasonable accommodations. For more information on their services visit the Academic Accomodation Center website.

Online Counseling

The Counseling Department offers appointments online. You can schedule an appointment by visiting the Online Counseling website. Counselors can help you map out a plan to reach your educational goals as well as advise you on course selection and registration.

Management of Stress and Mental Health

Often the pressure on our students is very strong, involving academic commitments, relationships, outside jobs and family pressure to name a few. The staff and faculty of College of the Canyons are here to see you succeed academically and care about your emotional and physical health. You can learn more about the broad range of confidential student services, including counseling and mental health services available on campus by visiting the Student Health & Wellness Center in the Student Services Building (across from the bookstore). The phone number is 661-362-3259 that you can call 24/7. You can also e mail for an appointment at StudentHealthCenter@canyons.edu. At the Canyon Country Campus the Health Center will be in the new Student Services Building.

Also, the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline number is now 988. All students at COC are encouraged to enter that phone number in their cells. You can call it when you, or someone you know, is having thoughts of suicide or is in severe distress.

You can also now use the Crisis Text Line: Just text "Courage" to 741741. Someone will get back to you immediately. Its free, 24/7, and confidential.

Veterans Resource Center

The College of the Canyons Veterans Resource Center is a department within the Student Services Division at the college, created to help veterans and veteran dependents with applying to College of the Canyons, enrolling in classes, and requesting VA Education or Vocational Benefits. For more information please visit the Veterans Resource Center website, email veterans@canyons.edu or phone (661) 362-3469.

Library

The Library provides live online and in-person research help, access to a full range of e-resources and physical materials that support the curriculum, individual and group study areas, and much more!

Last updated: 10/08/2021 Sub#: 851