Week 1: Course Introduction & Overview
KIN 479: Motor Control - Sections 19617 & 19821
Welcome to Week 1
This week introduces you to KIN 479: Motor Control, a face-to-face course that follows a flipped classroom model. You’ll get familiar with the course structure, expectations, and begin exploring foundational and applied aspects of human motor control through an integrated approach to movement across the lifespan.
Required Textbook
Magill & Anderson (2017)
The Process
This course employs a flipped classroom model, where students engage with learning materials before class and participate in interactive activities during class time. This approach encourages active learning and deeper understanding of motor control concepts.
Weekly materials will be made available on this course website and should be reviewed prior to each class. Find the links under Weekly Materials on the sidebar. I use Canvas for assignment submissions, announcements, and email communication.
Each week, students will Prepare, Participate, Practice, and Perform. I will demonstrate below:
Prepare
- Read the course syllabus.
Participate
- Monday: Attend class and engage in discussions and activities.
- Wednesday: Complete the
Study Skills Surveyand participate in in-class activities.
Practice
- Complete the Interactive Syllabus Quiz to test your understanding of course policies and expectations.
Perform
- Monday: Complete an in-class activity (Exit Ticket) - 5 points.
- Wednesday: Complete an in-class activity (Exit Ticket) - 5 points.
Week 1 Focus
Course Format
- Face-to-face classes: Mondays and Wednesdays at scheduled times
- Section 19821: MoWe 1:00-2:15 pm
- Section 19617: MoWe 2:30-3:45 pm
- Flipped classroom model: Study topics before coming to class
- Attendance essential: Participation points awarded for in-class activities
Key Course Information
- Focus: Foundational and applied aspects of human motor control
- Approach: Integrated examination of movement across the lifespan
- Emphasis: Perception-action loop linking sensation, cognition, and movement
- Applications: Rehabilitation, clinical practice, sport,` and research
Quick Links
Need Help?
- Canvas Inbox: Primary communication method
- Office Hours: Tuesday, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (also by appointment)
- Office: RE 289
- Phone: 818-677-5968
- Response Time: Check Canvas for announcements and updates
Upcoming Schedule
Week 2 (Sep 1-7): Neuromotor Basis for Motor Control (Chapter 4)
- Before class: Read Chapter 4 from Magill & Anderson (2017)
- Monday: Quiz 1 + Convert quiz to short answer format
- Wednesday: In-class activities on neuromotor basis
Week 1 Checklist
Welcome to KIN 479: Motor Control! This course explores foundational and applied aspects of human motor control through an integrated approach to movement across the lifespan.