KINE 190-1 Academic Success in Kinesiology: Vocabulary Flashcards

Vocabulary flashcards covering key terms from the CSUSM KINE 190-1 Academic Success in Kinesiology course syllabus and related policies.

Catalog Description

Foundational skills for academic success in Kinesiology, developing scholarly and real-world analytical and problem-solving abilities; covers discipline-specific writing conventions, current faculty research, and campus resources; emphasizes cooperative learning, project management, professionalism, effective communication, information literacy; promotes intrapersonal and interpersonal skills.

Credit Hour Policy

Students must spend a minimum of two hours outside of class per week for each unit of credit; this 3-unit course requires about 6 hours per week of reading, researching, preparing, studying, and/or completing assignments.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites required for this course.

Course Learning Objectives

By the end of the course, students will develop academic and professional Kinesiology skills, apply teamwork and problem-solving, describe the role of wellness and physical activity in Kinesiology, explore critical thinking and academic writing processes, and build meaningful connections with peers.

Department Student Learning Outcomes

Describe fundamental Kinesiology principles (anatomy/physiology, movement skills, exercise physiology, mechanics and control); apply Kinesiology skills to real-world problems via research, internships, field experience, and/or service learning; evaluate movement science questions through assessment, data analysis, and literature appraisal; communicate orally and in writing to professional/scientific standards.

Required Materials

Laptop, tablet, or iPad with Microsoft Office 365 downloaded; access to course materials via Cougar Courses (Canvas) site.

Communication

All course communications outside of Cougar Courses occur via CSUSM email; students should check their CSUSM email daily.

PowerPoint Slides

In-class material is delivered with PowerPoint slides; incomplete slides will be posted online and students should add content during lecture to capture all material.

Writing Requirement

Minimum of 2,500 words (approximately 10 pages) over the semester through written assignments and journal entries; penalties for spelling/grammar; consult Writing Center if proficiency is inadequate.

Evaluation Items

Course components and weights: Quizzes 30%, Lecture Participation 30%, In Class Assignments 30%, Final Exam 10%, Extra Credit 2%.

Quizzes

There will be 29 quizzes; the highest 27 count toward the grade; administered online via Canvas during the first 5 minutes of class; one page of handwritten notes allowed; no make‑ups; attendance required.

Lecture Participation

Attendance and daily group activities contribute to 30% of the grade; lowest two scores are dropped.

In Class Assignments

In-class assignments may be completed individually or in groups; evaluated on completeness and content; contribute 30% of the grade with the lowest two scores dropped.

Final Exam

A 2-hour in-class written final during Finals week (12/8) worth 10% of the grade; handwritten notes may be used; no makeups.

Extra Credit

Opportunities to earn up to 2% of the total course grade throughout the semester, offered to offset attendance variability.

Grading Standards

Fixed grade scale with no curve or rounding: A 93–100, A- 90–92.99, B+ 87–89.99, B 83–86.99, B- 80–82.99, C+ 77–79.99, C 70–76.99, D+ 67–69.99, D 63–66.99, D- 60–62.99, F 0–59.99; note: there is no grade of C- in this course.

Academic Honesty

Adherence to the Student Academic Honesty Policy; all work must be original; AI cannot be used; borrowed ideas must be properly referenced; quoted material must be credited and punctuated with quotation marks; violations may result in disciplinary action and reporting to the Dean.

ADA Accommodations

Students requiring reasonable accommodations must be approved by the Office of Disabled Student Services (DSS); contact DSS; accommodations are confidential; coordinate with the instructor.

Classroom Etiquette

Expect civility, respect, and professional demeanor; stay attentive, avoid interruptions, limit private conversations, keep phones off; arrive on time; come prepared; collaborate respectfully; uphold honesty and respect diversity.

Lecture Schedule

Schedule is subject to change; changes will be announced in class or by email.

Cougar Courses (Canvas)

All course materials (reading, assignments, syllabus) are posted on Cougar Courses (Canvas); login with CSUSM ID and password.

Attendance Awareness

Regular attendance is emphasized as crucial for learning; quizzes require presence in the first 5 minutes; instructors may drop low scores and no makeups for missed quizzes.

What is the full course name for KINE 190?

Academic Success in Kinesiology.

When and where does the class meet?

Mondays & Wednesdays, 2:30–3:45 PM in Markstein Hall 102.

Who is the professor for KINE 190?

Dr. Sean C. Newcomer.

How many quizzes are given in this class?

29 quizzes, but only the highest 27 count toward your grade.

How much are quizzes worth in the final grade?

30%.

How much is lecture participation worth in the final grade?

30%.

How much are in-class assignments worth in the final grade?

30%.

How much is the final exam worth in the final grade?

10%.

How much extra credit can be earned in this class?

Up to 2% of the total grade.

What happens if you miss a quiz?

No make-up quizzes are allowed; a missed quiz = 0.

How are quizzes administered?

Online through Canvas during the first 5 minutes of class.

Can you use notes during quizzes?

Yes, one page of handwritten notes.

What is required for full participation credit?

Attending the full lecture and participating in group activities.

How many participation scores are dropped?

The lowest 2.

How many in-class assignment scores are dropped?

The lowest 2.

When is the final exam?

Monday, December 8, 2025 (in-class, 2 hours, cumulative).

What is the grading scale for an A?

93–100%.

What is the grading scale for an A-?

90–92.99%.

What is the grading scale for a B?

83–86.99%.

What is the grading scale for a C?

70–76.99%.

What is the grading scale for an F?

0–59.99%.

What is the course writing requirement?

At least 2,500 words (approx. 10 pages) across assignments and journals.