EXSC 2240 - Human Growth & Motor Development 3 s.h.

This course discusses growth and motor development across the lifespan with emphasis on physiological growth, movement, motor skill development, and brain and exercise research. Focus will be on the analysis of the sequential progression of fundamental motor skills, particularly looking at physical growth patterns and biological maturity as related to motor performance. Environmental factors that influence the growth and development of fundamental motor skills will also be addressed. A-E Only.