Reviews the historical, conceptual, and political foundations of major 20th century educational reform initiative. It focuses in particular on the educational philosophy of John Dewey, the social reforms advanced by German educator Kurt Hahn(founder of Outward Bound), humanistic 'encounter' programs of the 1960s and 1970s, and scholarship on contemporary reforms. Class follows a seminar format; students complete independent presentations and a comprehensive final exam.

Independent study problems. Prereq: permission of graduate adviser.

Meets regularly to support students integrating advanced knowledge into independent projects that culminate in a substantial professional product, a paper of publishable quality, or a presentation to an outside professional audience. Completion of either this course or KIN 899 (thesis) satisfies the department?s requirement for culmination of the master?s degree. May be taken in combinations of 2, 3, or 4 credits over multiple semesters, or up to 6 credits in one semester. Kinesiology majors only. Cr/F. IA (Continuous grading).

Experiential learning in a setting appropriate to the student's objectives. A 4-credit internship requires a minimum of 300 hours experience. Fewer credits require proportionally fewer hours. A) Exercise Science. Clinical work, normally in a hospital or laboratory setting, involving exercise physiology, graded exercise testing, exercise prescription, and/or cardiac rehabilitation. Must have completed all required coursework except thesis. B) Special Physical Education C) Sport Studies. Cr/F.