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Advan. Physiol. Edu. 29: 103-106, 2005; doi:10.1152/advan.00020.2003
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ADV PHYSIOL EDUC 29:103-106, 2005
© 2005 American Physiological Society

HOW WE TEACH

Exercise, nutrition and you: an off-campus course for grades 2–12

Ann C. Snyder1 and Debra K. Mauzy-Melitz2

1 Human Performance Laboratory
2 Center for Science Education, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Address for reprint requests and other correspondence: A. C. Snyder, Dept. of Human Movement Sciences, PO Box 413, Univ. of Wisconsin Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI 53201 (e-mail: acs{at}uwm.edu)

Since interest in science classes has declined recently and obesity, especially in youth, continues to increase, an exercise physiology-based course was taught in public parks to promote active-learning science and healthy living. The course emphasized and integrated exercise, nutrition, and health during a 3-h session. Following an introduction, five hands-on laboratory-based student modules were performed. Students performed respiratory, cardiovascular, temperature regulation, energy expenditure, oxygen uptake, and exercise modules. During most modules, the students made measurements at rest and during the performance of exercise at different intensities. The students were very involved and engaged in problem solving throughout the session. The program was given for 10 days to more than 500 students representing 18 classes from 10 different schools. Evaluations indicated that the program was a real-life science experience that gave the students a new understanding of how their bodies worked and the purpose of exercise. The students and teachers also experienced "school learning" put into action as the program fit well with their science curriculum.

Key words: applied science; field trips






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