KRLS 493 - In Field Learning Experience

Course Career Undergraduate
Units 6
Approved Hours VARIABLE
Fee index 12
Faculty Kinesiology, Sport, & Rec
Department Kinesiology, Sport, & Rec
Typically Offered variable

Description
Students will participate in a singular, comprehensive, In Field Learning experience of 180 hrs/term (~12 hrs/week or 6 week intensive in spring semester), with an assigned mentor. During this intensive in field learning experience, students will become fully integrated into the work of their assigned In Field Learning experience that will provide students with an intensive short-term hands-on practical experience in a setting relevant to their subject of study. In Field Learning Experiences can include faculty approved private, clinical, research and international environments and agencies. Students will work towards contributing to their assigned In Field Learning experiences’ capacity, critically assessing issues, designing, implementing, and evaluating strategic initiatives, while at the same time gaining confidence and skills as a practicing professional under the direction of the course instructor and the In Field Learning experience supervisor. Students will report back to the course instructor regularly i) proposed ideas and plans for work appropriate to the working environment that aligns with the setting’s mission, values, and workflow; ii) information collected and resources utilized that were needed to assess and complete work functions; iii) evaluation of what skill sets are required to complete work functions, and iv) judgements on whether their current skill set meets the identified work functions. Notes: Normally for students in their fourth year of study. Classroom/tutorial sessions are variable per week in addition to the in field learning experience. Students enrolled in KRLS 493 and KRLS 500 simultaneously, may not complete their placements with the same supervisor. Prerequisite: Successful completion of KRLS 290.