QUIRINO STATE UNIVERSITY

DIFFUN CAMPUS
Diffun, 3401 Quirino

AN OUTCOMES-BASED

COURSE SYLLABUS

in

PATHFIT 1
Physical Activity Towards Health and Fitness
(Movement Competency Training)

First Semester
Academic Year 2022-2023

Submitted by:

Edralyn A. Galamay
Subject Instructor

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Course Number PATHFIT 1

Course Title Physical Activities Towards Health and Fitness (Movement Competency Training)
Course This course introduces the fundamental movement patterns that consist of non-locomotor and locomotor skills, which are
Description integrated with core training to meet the demands of functional fitness and physical activity performance. Emphasis will be
on exercise regression and progression for the enhancement of fitness and the adaptation of movement competencies to
independent physical activity pursuits. In conjunction with fitness and wellness concepts, exercise and healthy eating
principles, periodic evaluation will be conducted of one’s level of fitness and physical activity, as well as eating patterns to
monitor one’s progress and achievement of personal fitness and dietary goals.
Course Credits Two (2) units
Contact Hours Two (2) Hours / Week
Prerequisite None
Educational VISION: QSU as the leading center for academic and technological excellence and prime catalyst for progressive and
Mandates sustainable Quirino Province and Southern Cagayan Valley.
MISSION: Develop competent and morally upright professionals and generate appropriate knowledge and technologies to
meet the needs of Quirino Province and Southern Cagayan Valley.
GOALS: 1. Perform the mandated functions of the university through an effective and efficient
management system;
2. Provide innovative and quality academic programs and produce competent, productive and
committed professionals;
3. Generate relevant knowledge and responsive technologies through quality researches;
4. Develop and implement techno-transfer and efficient training and extension services; and
5. Generate adequate resources to support and enhance institutional development.

CORE VALUES: Quickly and willingly render excellent, ethical, and professional service at all time.
Seriously pursue academic excellence to produce globally competitive graduates.
Unitedly promote a working environment for morally upright government servants.

QUALITY POLICY: Quality Service Upheld: a continuous commitment in improving our endeavors to meet the satisfaction of
our valued stakeholders.

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QUALITY OBJECTIVES:
1. Provide continuous excellent instruction to produce competent, productive and committed professional;
2. Generate relevant knowledge and responsive technologies through advanced research;
3. Develop and implement techno-transfer approaches for sustainable extension activities; and
4. Generate adequate resources to support and enhance institutional development.
Learning At the end of the semester, the students should be able to:
Outcomes 1. Define Physical Education and interpret its meaning in relation to life situation;
2. State the purposes of Physical Education in a developing country;
3. Make generalizations on the concepts of Physical Fitness;
4. Make general concepts of a physically fit person;
5. Differentiate the different food groups;
6. Apply the guidelines to lifelong weight and health maintenance;
7. Describe the function and structure of skeletal, cardiac and smooth muscle;
8. Relate the connections between skeletal system and sports;
9. Differentiate the phases of the fitness exercise programs;
10. Execute the different body conditioning set of exercises suggested for fitness development;
11. Demonstrate the rhythmic activities and dances accompanied with the music; and
12. Demonstrate an understanding of safe participation in aerobic activities.

Grading System
Written/Performance Activities 30%
Major Requirement 25%
Major Examination 45%

Total 100%

Transmutation of Point Percentage System Point Percentage System

Grades System System
1.00 98-100 2.50 80-82
1.25 95-97 2.75 77-79

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1.50 92-94 3.00 75-76

1.75 89-91 4.00 71-74
2.00 86-88 5.00 70-below
2.25 83-85

Materials/ Self-instructional module (EARAL), skill demonstration videos, online videos, pictures
Equipments
Learning Astillore, et., al. (2021).Physical activity towards health and fitness 1 (PATH-FIT1): Health and wellness, movement education
Resources and exercise program.
Dimapilis, N. (2009).Physical education 1: Physical fitness and gymnastics.
Calicdan, A. (2013). Physical education 1: Physical fitness and gymnastics.
https://www.curriculumonline.ie/Senior-cycle/Senior-Cycle-Subjects/Physical-Education-Framework/Introduction-to-
Physical-Education/
https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/physical%20education
https://learn.org/articles/What_is_Physical_Education.html

Course Policies 1. Attendance. The total number of attendance will be based on the total number of outputs ( 1 output= 1 day). Status of
attendance and points will depend on the promptness of submission:
a. on time submission = present (1 pt.)
b. beyond deadline submission = late (0.5 pt.)
c. non- submission = absent (0 pt.)
2. Class Participation. Students must be active on the chat group created solely for the course for updates whenever
necessary.
3. Examination. Online examination is much encouraged. Make-up exam will only be given for those who have valid
reasons.

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4. Submission of Requirements. Class requirements are to be submitted on time. Reasonable deduction/s will be imposed
for late submission depending on instructor’s discretion.
5. Intellectual Integrity. Cheating and plagiarizing are strictly prohibited (dishonesty shall be dealt with accordingly).
6. Proper Conduct. Observe proper decorum at all times. Student’s attitude towards instructor, classmates and even task
accomplishment will be the basis for the work ethics grade.
Faculty Name of Faculty: Edralyn A. Galamay
Information Academic Rank: Instructor (COS)
Contact Number: 09262832008
Email Address: edralyn.galamay@qsu.edu.ph
Consultation Time:
LEARNING PLAN
LEARNING TOPICS MODALITY METHODOLOGY RESOURCES ASSESSMENT EXPECTED
OUTCOME OUTPUT
Be oriented with the I. Course Orientation & Flexible (Asynchronous Electronic Guide Notes Completed
mandates of the Introduction Learning Class) Modules Entries Guide Notes
university and the 1. Discussion of the EARAL/ Printed
course background. university’s educational Reading Materials self-
mandates instructional
2. Mastery of QSU Hymn Video Presentation module
3. Course Background
4. Rules and Standards
5. Course Requirements
Explain the meaning II. Physical Education Flexible (Asynchronous/ Electronic Essay Written Output
of Physical 1. Introduction Learning Synchronous Modules
Education; 2. Definition of Physical Class) EARAL/ Printed
Education self-
Define fitness as the 3. Legal Bases of Physical Reading Materials instructional
major goal of Education module
Physical Education; 4. Functions of Physical
and Education
5. Objectives of Physical

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Differentiate the Education

objectives of 6. New Directions in
Physical Education. Physical Education
7. Purposes of Physical
Education
Define physical III. Physical Fitness Flexible (Asynchronous/ Electronic Essay Written Output
fitness; 1. The Meaning, Concepts Learning Synchronous Modules
and Components of Class) EARAL/ Printed
Differentiate health- Physical Fitness self-
related fitness from 2. Physical Fitness Defined Reading Materials instructional
performance-related 3. Concepts of Physical module
fitness; Fitness Video Presentation
4. Components of Physical
Discuss Fitness
performance-related 5. Health-Related Fitness
fitness; 6. Performance-Related
Fitness
Enumerate the 7. Benefits of Physical
benefits and Fitness
parameters of 8. The Parameters of
Physical Fitness; Physical Fitness
and

Execute the Physical

Fitness Test
properly.

Differentiate the IV. Nutrition Flexible (Asynchronous/ Electronic NUTRI- Video Output
different food 1. The Food Groups Learning Synchronous Modules JINGLE with
groups. 2. Approximate Weights Class) EARAL/ Printed video
3. Guidelines to Lifelong self-
Appreciate the Weight and Health instructional

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importance of food Maintenance Reading Materials module

intake in their daily
lives. Video Presentation
Create and sing
nuri-jingle.

List and describe V. Movement Enhancement Flexible (Asynchronous/ Electronic Identification Written Output
the functions of 1. The Human Movement Learning Synchronous Modules
bones; 2. The Skeletal System Class) EARAL/ Printed Identification Written Output
3. The Muscular System self-
Describe the classes Reading Materials instructional
of bones; module
Video Presentation
Describe the types
of muscle; and

Explain how muscle

works.
Enumerate the VI. The Exercise Program Flexible ((Synchronous/ Electronic Essay Written Output
fitness exercise 1. Definition Learning Asynchronous Modules
program; 2. Types of Exercise Class) EARAL/ Printed Practical
3. Phases of the Fitness self- Examination Video Output
Discuss the Exercise Program Reading Materials instructional
physiological 4. Various Functions of module
benefits of exercise; Exercise Video Presentation
5. Principles of Training
Analyze the 6. The FITT Formula
advantages of 7. Physiological and
exercise for fitness; Psychological Benefits of
and Exercise
8. The Advantages of
Demonstrate some Exercises for Fitness

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of the exercises 9. Basic Positions Where

mentioned. Most Exercise Begin
10.The Exercises
Demonstrate the VII. Aerobic Exercise Program Flexible ((Synchronous/ Essay Written Output
rhythmic activities 1. Moves and Techniques Learning Asynchronous
and dances 2. Benefits Class) Aerobic/
accompanied with 3. Importance of Aerobic Zumba Video Video Output
music; Exercise Reading Materials
4. Health Benefits
Demonstrate 5. Aerobic Dancing and Video Presentation
exercise with Exercises Accompanied
knowledge and with the Music
mastery;

Provide students
with fundamental
knowledge in
physical activities;
and

Demonstrate an
understanding of
safe participation in
aerobic activities.

COURSE OUTLINE
Week Topic
Week 1 I. Introduction to Rhythmic Activities
1. Definitions of Rhythm, Rhythmic Activities, Dance and Dancing
2. Elements of Rhythm

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3. Elements of Movement Space

4. Objectives of Rhythmic Activities
5. Basic Natural Movements

Week 2-3 II. History and General Classification of Philippine Folk Dances
1. Phases of the Dance Program
2. Objectives of Teaching Philippine Folk Dances
3. Characteristics of Philippine Folk Dances
4. Factors Affecting Folk Dances
5. Do’s and Don’ts in Folk Dances

Week 4 – 5 III. Fundamental Dance Positions, Terms and Formations

1. Fundamental Positions of Arms in Folk Dancing
2. Common Dance Terms Used in Folk Dancing

Week 6 PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION

Week 7 – 9 IV. The Basic Dance Steps in 24, 34, 44 Time Signature
1. Selected Philippine Folk Dances

Week 10-11 V. History of Foreign Folk Dances, Common Dance Terms, Positions and Formations.
Introduction
Characteristics of Foreign Folk Dances
Common Terms
Dance Positions
Dance Formations
Column Formation
Square Formation
Circle Formation
Week 12 MIDTERM EXAMINATION

Week 13-17 VI. Social and Ballroom Dances

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1. Common Dance Terms

2. Dance Positions
3. Social Dance Guidelines
4. Social Dance Etiquette
5. Dancing Personalities
6. Rumba
7. Cha-cha-cha
8. Samba
9. Waltz
10.Paso Doble
11.Jive
12.Swing
13.Tango
14.Foxtrot
Week 18 FINAL EXAMINATION

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COURSE MAP
Learning Outcomes Indicator
Active and Healthy Living
Participate in moderate to vigorous physical activities (MVPAs) in accordance with national
A
and global recommendations on physical activities for health.
Adapt movement competencies to independent physical activity pursuits hat re health-
A
enhancing and personally rewarding.
Monitor progress and evaluate achievement of personal fitness and dietary goals. E
Practice empathy, fair play; show respect for differing abilities (i.e., diversity) through
R
interpersonal communication skills and emotional regulation during PA participation.
For sports, apply basic tactics (e.g., defense, offense, transition) in game situations. R
Advocacy and Action
Devise, apply and assess a range of strategies (i.e., exercise program design; goal-setting;
E
periodic evaluation) to improve one’s physical activity performances and those of others.
Enhance and advocate for one’s personal and others’ fitness, safety and wellness through
R
physical activity participation and/or leadership.
Promote practical and creative interventions that will create community connection and
A
contribute to the health and wellness of the school community and its periphery.

LEGEND:
E – Enabling – Facilitate the achievement of the program outcomes.
R – Reinforced – Enhancement of existing competency/contributory to program outcomes.
A – Achieved – The achievement of the intended outcomes of the program.
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Prepared by: Checked and Reviewed by: Approved by:

EDRALYN A. GALAMAY ROSECELLE O. BURBOS, PhD ROMMEL G. PERALTA, PhD

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Subject Instructor Chairperson, BSA Program Dean, CAFE

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