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1.1 Adapted Physical Education Added Authorization Program Summary
Program Summary
California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) offers candidates a cohesive, sequenced, and comprehensive program of study toward completion of the Adapted Physical Education Added Authorization (APEAA). Students can complete the CSULB APEAA program as an undergraduate credential, postbac credential, or through the master’s graduate program. The APEAA Program follows the professional standards of the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing Committee on Accreditation (CTC), and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), Professional Standards. The Program includes academic sequenced coursework and a variety of supervised fieldwork experiences (i.e., on-campus, agencies, and various public-school sites). The program is strongly committed to the development of APE teachers to teach the diverse student populations and disabilities attending California Public schools, especially students who are precluded from participating in a general education physical education program.
Program Design
Leadership within the credential program
The Kinesiology Department at the CSULB College of Health & Human Services (CHHS) is under the direction of Drs. Melissa Bittner, Assistant Professor and Adapted Physical Education Credential Coordinator, and Amanda Young, Assistant Professor, offers a year-round (fall, spring, and summer sessions) program of physical activity for children with disabilities and neurodiversity. The program provides children the opportunity to receive quality physical activity experiences under the direction of qualified instructors in a safe, fun, and positive setting. In addition, within the APEAA program, there are several leadership opportunities such as teaching in the After School Adapted Physical-education Program (ASAPP), the Transition Practicum, and conducting parent/family IEP meetings.
Communication within the credential program and with the institution
The Single Subject Physical Education Coordinator, who attends the College of Education coordinator meetings, reports information to APEAA coordinators Drs. Bittner and Young.
Structure of coursework and field experiences in the credential program
120+ hours per student (i.e., 50 hours KIN 489A fall, 50 hours KIN 489A spring, 20 hours Transition Practicum) by the end of the program.
Program modifications over the recent two years
APEAA master’s program now has specified courses within our master’s program Curriculum & Instruction in Physical Education as a “track.”
Means for stakeholder input
APEAA Advisory Committee meets annually for feedback. This committee is comprised of an emeritus professor, an APE teacher, general physical education higher education faculty, and a parent of a child with a disability.
Course of Study (Curriculum and Field Experience)
Description of the sequence of coursework
Candidates seeking a California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) APEAA must complete the following 27 units of coursework:
- KIN 320 Adapted Physical Education (3) - Prerequisites: BIOL 208
- KIN 427/527 Physical and Motor Assessment (3) - Prerequisites: KIN 315; 320
- KIN 387* Physical Activity for the Disabled (3) - Prerequisites: KIN 320; Corequisite: KIN 489A
- KIN 388* Program Planning and Instruction in Adapted Physical Education (3) - Prerequisite: KIN 387; Corequisite: KIN 489A
- KIN 489A Fieldwork in APE (6) includes teaching in the ASAPP and arranging hours in the public schools for a total of 6 units (usually in conjunction with KIN 387 and 388).
Candidates who hold a SSPE, MS or ES credential may substitute Graduate Courses KIN 537 for KIN 387 and KIN 638 for KIN 388.
- KIN 489A fieldwork arranged in public schools with APE Coordinator approval.
Coordination of coursework with field work
Dr. Bittner coordinates with APEAA teachers regarding location, date, time, reflection, and assignments associated with fieldwork.
Types of coursework in critical areas (e.g. English learners for all initial teaching programs)
Methods course EDSS 355B discusses critical areas (i.e., English-language learners).
Number and type of field placements
KIN 489A required 50 hours of observing APEAA teachers. Students will observe a variety of settings (3 to 21 years) and disabilities.
Connection of field experience with coursework
Students simultaneously take KIN 387 & KIN 489A and KIN 388 & KIN 489A.
Field supervision, advisement, evaluation: frequency, type, from BOTH the program personnel and the district employed individual (master teacher) when required in a program
KIN 489A students will fill out a master teacher feedback rubric on their teaching. The master teacher will provide feedback on teaching ability.
When teachers are employed, their employer will fill out an employer form to determine the knowledge and performance of the newly hired teacher.
Advisement is provided through CHHS Advising and Dr. Bittner.
Assessment of Candidates
How, when candidates are assessed for program competencies
Candidates are regularly assessed for program competencies in every course and during field practice activities and student teaching. Teacher candidates also complete an assessment portfolio to demonstrate competencies as a culminating activity.
What advice candidates receive about how they will be assessed in the program and informed of the results of those assessments
Candidates receive information about how they will be assessed at the beginning of the program through information sessions and orientations, as well as throughout courses. The program coordinator and faculty advisors consistently check in with students regarding the results of their assessments.
1.1.1 Table Depicting Location, Delivery Models, and Pathways
| Location | Delivery Model | Pathway |
|---|---|---|
| Main Campus-Kinesiology Building | Hyflex | Traditional Student Teaching |
| Main Campus-Kinesiology Building | In-person | Traditional Student Teaching |
| Main Campus-Kinesiology Building | In-person | Traditional Student Teaching |
3.1 Faculty Distribution Table
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Full-Time |
Part-Time | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
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2 |
1 | 0 |
3.2 Annotated List of Faculty
3.3 Published Adjunct Experience and Qualifications Requirements
Adjunct positions typically require an MA/MS degree, with a doctoral degree preferred, and relevant professional experience in this field. Specific adjunct qualifications currently are not published for this program.
3.4 Faculty Recruitment Documents (PDF)
4.1 Program Course Sequence (PDF)
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6.1 Fieldwork and Clinical Practice Overview Table
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Program |
Total Hours |
|---|---|
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Adapted Physical Education
|
90 |
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Course Number/Title |
Hours |
Fieldwork and Associated Assignment Requirements |
|---|---|---|
|
KIN 489AA |
45 (x 2) |
Fieldwork in Adapted Physical Education (KIN 489A) offers three units of credit for students interested in gaining experience providing physical activity programs to individual with disabilities. The experience is part of the required coursework for the Adapted Physical Education Added Authorization (APEAA) Credential. The student is required to accumulate at least 45 hours of fieldwork per three units of university credit. CSULB CA APEAA Credential requirements include 3 units, repeated twice for a total of 6 units and 90 Contact hours of fieldwork.
The student will complete each three units per semester at two different fieldwork sites one will be the CSULBAfter School Adapted Physical-activity Program (ASAPP) and one in the public schools with a certified APEAA teacher. This way, the student will receive exposure to a variety of facilities, equipment, disabilities, ages, and teaching styles. Placement at a particular site is determined by the student's career objectives and his/her previous experiences in adapted physical education. |
6.2 Affiliation Agreements and MOUs for Field Placement
CED Approved Fieldwork Districts and Community Partners
CED Affiliation Agreement Template (PDF)
CED Intern MOU Template (PDF)
6.3 Veteran Practitioners Training Materials
APEAA SSCP Mentor Teacher Training Agenda (PDF)
APEAA SSCP Mentor Teacher Training (PDF)
6.4 Documentation of Candidate Placement
APEAA Candidate Placements (PDF)
6.5 Clinical Practice Manual
APEAA Clinical Practice Manual (PDF)
6.6 Fieldwork and Clinical Practice Syllabi
APAEE Fieldwork and Clinical Practice Syllabi (PDF)
6.6.1 Clinical Practice Assessment Instruments
7.1 Description of Credential Recommendation Process
Adapted Physical Education Added Authorization (APEAA) candidates receive initial and ongoing advising from their program coordinator to ensure they are making satisfactory completion in the program. Candidates can monitor their program progress using the Adapted Physical Education Advising Sheet, provided to them at the beginning of the program. Each candidate admitted to the APEAA Program will also establish a file in the CSULB Credential Center and submit all supporting documentation. Candidates receive a credential evaluation (program status report), completed by a credential analyst indicating their current program status and requirements that are outstanding and required prior to credential recommendation.
At the end of the final semester, the program coordinator will sign off on the APEAA Advisement Sheet, which includes the notification that the candidate has completed all requirements for the authorization. A credential analyst will complete a final evaluation and confirm that all program and state requirements have been met prior to credential recommendation. A credential analyst will ensure that only qualified APEAA candidates are recommended for the Adapted Physical Education Added Authorization.
7.1.1 Candidate Progress Monitoring Documents
Adapted Physical Education Added Authorization Coursework Advisement Sheet (PDF)
Adapted Physical Education Added Authorization Credential Evaluation (PDF)
7.1.2 Individual Development Plan (IDP) Form
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