Liberal education is often incorporated into universities’ undergraduate programs. It is an approach to learning that prepares individuals for complexity, diversity and change. Liberal education curriculum provides learning in multiple disciplines and also offers an in-depth study of a chosen major. Undergraduate programs inforce this broad education with general education courses that require me to remain open to new experiences, ideas and people. Liberal education encourages me to think beyond my major in exercise science, and instead consider how these courses provide a solid foundation for my lifelong learning. As an undergraduate in liberal education I gain a broader knowledge of the world while developing strong skills in communication, analytics and problem solving. Skills I learn within liberal education will be applied in the real-world setting as I contribute to my community, profession and to my own well-being.
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Articulations within the human skeleton were classified into joints and its primary actions. Muscles that contributed to the joint action, were broken down to the origin and insertion of the skeletal musculature in the human body. Application of terminology was explored as it applies to the principles and concepts of daily exercise. Detailed analysis of sports skill was performed. We considered the joints, muscles and actions that were necessary to perform a particular skill. Range of motion was evaluated, as not every joint shares the same degree of mobility. The way in which athletes regain strength after injury is different than that of the elderly. Age serves as a barrier to the amount of mobility one obtains. Exercises were considered to strengthen a particular muscle group in order to excel in a sports
At Grand Valley, liberal …show more content…
Articulations within the human skeleton were classified into joints and its primary actions. Muscles that contributed to the joint action, were broken down to the origin and insertion of the skeletal musculature in the human body. Application of terminology was explored as it applies to the principles and concepts of daily exercise. Detailed analysis of sports skill was performed. We considered the joints, muscles and actions that were necessary to perform a particular skill. Range of motion was evaluated, as not every joint shares the same degree of mobility. The way in which athletes regain strength after injury is different than that of the elderly. Age serves as a barrier to the amount of mobility one obtains. Exercises were considered to strengthen a particular muscle group in order to excel in a sports